SNP MSP Ben Macpherson says there are streets in every Edinburgh constituency which have been damaged by construction.

Mr Macpherson says Edinburgh attracts four million visitors a year with generates £1.32bn.

Scottish Conservative MSP Gordon Lindhurst says he has early memories of visiting the Edinburgh castle site. 

Mr Lindhurst says Edinburgh's scenery attracts tourists and visitors.

The Tory MSP says, as the Economy Committee convener, he understands the importance of the city's attractions.

He says the management plan for the World Heritage site needs to be more integrated with the city plan. 

Mr Lindurst says, it is not just Edinburgh, but the country has many heritage sites that need protecting. 

Tory MSP Gordon Lindhurst now speaks to his motion.

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That concludes first minister's questions, but don't go away. 

Our extensive budget coverage will begin a pace at 2pm

First though there is a member's debate to be dealt with.

Scottish Green MSP Patrick Harvie raises a point of order around a member's interestts.

Mr Harvie asks if this section covers farm payments and asks if the rules have been complied with.

Presiding Officer Ken Macintosh says he will look into this..

Lib Dem MSP Liam McArthur asks if PLOs should declare themselves.

Mr Macintosh says PLOs with a link to a cabinet minister do not have to declare themselves.

Last month, Aberdeen, Edinburgh and the Scottish Borders were chosen by the Scottish government to run pilot projects on different childcare models.

All three and four-year-olds, as well as vulnerable two-year-olds, are currently entitled to 600 hours of free childcare each year.

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The government plans to almost double this to 1,140 hours a year by 2020.

But some parents have said they struggle to access the existing free hours due to a lack of flexibility.

The three trial areas will test out different models in a bid to address concerns that have been raised.

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Scottish Labour MSP Daniel Johnson asks what the Scottish government's response is to figures released by the Care Inspectorate that show that 70% of four-year-olds were recorded as receiving funded childcare.

Ms Sturgeon says it is important to note that the 70% is based on a trial statistic and she urges caution from drawing conclusions from it.

Mr Johnson says Fair Funding for Our Kids has been criticising the government's figures and he asks how can people have confidence in them.

The first minister says the quality assured government figure shows 98% of four-year-olds were recorded as receiving funded childcare, which is nearly universal.

Scottish Conservative MSP Peter Chapman asks, in light of recently reported issues, what action the Scottish government is taking to ensure that farmers can have confidence in the National Basic Payment Support Scheme.

The first minister says it is important to learn lessons to give farmers confidence in the CAP scheme.

Ms Sturgeon says the government is focused on delivering the scheme by the end of June.

Mr Chapman says the government has a dismal record on getting the payments to farmers.

The first minister says more than 12.500 farmers and crofters have now received a loan.

Lib Dem MSP Mike Rumbles says almost a third of farmers have not taken up the Scottish government loan scheme, due to lack of confidence.

Ms Sturgeon says the government is focused on supporting the rural economy and the government's loan scheme was the right thing to do and she cannot force farmers to take the loan.

Revenue from oil and gas tax is expected to rise over the next four years, according to the Office for Budget Responsibility.

Documents published with the Autumn Statement, external forecast a rise in the price of both oil and gas of 10-15%, generating bigger taxable profits for offshore operators.

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The independent body predicts nearly £6bn revenue over the next four years.

In March, it forecast a tax allowance giveaway by the Treasury of £4bn.

The main factor in its revised forecast has been a faster than expected rise in dollar oil prices.

Scottish Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser says the industry was pleased to hear the UK government's actions.

Ms Sturgeon says the industry speaks for itself and it has been calling for further support for exploration and for decommissioning tax relief.

SNP MSP Mairi Evans asks what discussions the Scottish government has had with the oil and gas industry in light of recovering oil prices.

The first minister says the Scottish government has worked closely with the industry to overcome the challenges brought about by the downturn.

Ms Sturgeon says she remains committed to supporting the sector.

She calls on the UK government to take action to support the oil and gas sector.

SNP MSP Stuart McMillan welcomes the increase in teachers.

Ms Sturgeon says she hopes the entire chamber will get behind the attainment fund.