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Tory MSP Jamie Greene calls for the purpose of Low Emission Zones (LEZs) to be put on the face of the bill.

Mr Greene would like to see "the purpose of a low emission zone scheme is to reduce transport-related emissions within and in the vicinity of the zone" added to the proposed legislation.

Labour MSP Colin Smyth insists his amendments will strengthen LEZs, allowing for the creation of Ultralow Emission Zones.

Transport Secretary Michael Matheson speaks to his amendments bringing LEZs and climate change together, following the first minister declaring a climate emergency.

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MSPs are now debating amendments to the Low Emissions Zones section of the Transport (Scotland) Bill.

To follow proceedings you'll need:

• the bill as amended at Stage 2, external
• the marshalled list of amendments, external
• the groupings of amendments, external

According to Transport Scotland a new National Transport Strategy for Scotland is now open for consultation., external

The National Transport Strategy (NTS2), external sets out our vision for the next 20 years and was developed in collaboration with over 60 partner organisations around Scotland.

The global climate emergency and the role of transport in helping to deliver net-zero emissions by 2045 is a key priority, along with how transport can play its part in building a fairer society - including reducing child poverty.

The strategy redefines investment priorities, putting sustainable and public transport at the heart of decision-making.

• Read the National Transport Strategy, external and have your say at consult.gov.scot, external

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MSPs reject Jamie Greene's amendments relating to measurable policy objectives, the implementation period for the strategy and costs.

The same fate befalls his amendments relating to economic development and growth.

Transport Secretary Michael Matheson sees his amendment relating to the preparation of the strategy agreed to.

As we move to the first vote, on Tory MSP Jamie Greene's amendment, and it is not agreed, we have a five minute suspension.

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The first amendments to be debated relate to the National Transport Strategy and include calls for:

• measurable policy objectives
• a review of the strategy
• related costs to be included in the bill

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Tory MSP Jamie Greene speaks to his amendments in this bill which also include ones relating to access to public transport by the young, elderly and disabled.

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• the marshalled list of amendments, external
• the groupings of amendments, external

MSPs will debate nearly 200 amendments to the Transport (Scotland) Bill, which includes the controversial workplace parking levy.

Here's what will be debated this afternoon, in order.....

• 1.40-8.00 pm: Stage 3 Consideration of Amendments: Transport (Scotland) Bill
• National Transport Strategy: with wide ranging amendments relating to, among other issues, measurable policy objectives, review of the strategy and related costs
• Low Emission Zones: with wide ranging amendments relating to the purpose of LEZs, exemptions, potential changes, grace periods, vehicle types affected and relevant pollutants
• Bus Services: this group of amendments addresses access to bus services for those on low incomes, contactless payments and community transport
• Pavement Parking: including amendments relating to exceptions to the new law, caravan parking and the removal of vehicles parked on the pavement
• Workplace parking levy: Labour MSP Neil Bibby will bid to remove the parking tax from the bill entirely, with other amendments also seek to add exemptions for a levy, including police and fire services
• And finally: Recovery of unpaid parking charges and road orders.

MSPs will now debate and vote on Stage 3 amendments to the Transport (Scotland) Bill, external.

To follow proceedings you'll need:

• the bill as amended at Stage 2, external
• the marshalled list of amendments , external
• the groupings of amendments, external

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There are a load of amendments to be debated today, ranging from ones on low emission zones, to amendments on bus services and the workplace parking levy.

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Welcome to a humongous session in the chamber this afternoon, with a raft of Stage 3 amendments to the Transport Bill to be debated until 8pm tonight.

These include opposition amendments which intend to completely remove the controversial Workplace Parking Levy.

1.00 pm: Portfolio Questions: Constitutional relations and then culture, tourism and external affairs

1.40 - 8.00 pm: Stage 3 Consideration of Amendments: Transport (Scotland) Bill

8.00 pm: Members’ Business: Sandra White – Charter of Rights for People with Dementia and their Carers 10th Anniversary

There has to be a successor to the EMFF insists Jimmy Buchan. He adds that although it is not perfect, is has helped drive innovation.

Mr Buchan says anything in the future must be much fairer across the sector to allow all businesses access to it, regardless of employee numbers or turnover.

Elaine Whyte wonders about adopting the Norwegian model, where fishermen pay a levy to promote marketing and "neutral" science.

The convener wraps up this morning's session on Brexit and fisheries.

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Green MSP John Finnie asks about the potential loss of the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF).

The EMFF is the fund for the EU's maritime and fisheries policies for 2014-2020. (Information on funding after 2020 is available here: EU budget: Commission proposes a new fund to invest in the maritime economy and support fishing communities), external

Mr McNeil says he is extremely concerned there is no replacement for the EMFF in place yet as the loss of these grants will hit fragile communities around the coast.

The West Coast Regional Inshore Fisheries Group rep explains he has written to Fergus Ewing about this issue.

"If there is no replacement for these that would be a disaster," he adds.

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Labour MSP Colin Smyth asks about common frameworks across the UK for fisheries governance and the unlikelihood of the Fisheries Bill being passed before the end of October.

The Fisheries Bill is somewhat in limbo but the UK government has provided assurances that the necessarily secondary legislation is in place to allow management to continue, replies Elspeth Macdonald.

Calum Duncan confirms statutory instruments allow operability but the main concern is protection around offshore marine protected areas.

He expresses concern the Fisheries Bill falls short of protections currently in place in EU law, particularly on maximum sustainable yield.

Mike Park calls for fishery governance to come down to regional management level.

Jimmy Buchan insists governments need to find an alternative route for people who want to work in the sector as it is reliant on migrant workers.

Employees are leaving daily, Mr Buchan adds.

He adds the UK is so dependent on migrants because there has never been a policy to promote the seafood sector as one worth being a part of.

Mike Park calls for access to non EEA crew through a visa route rather than a transit visa route.

Ms Whyte says we've lost EU crew due to the Brexit uncertainty and there are mental health issues arising.

Ms Macdonald says it is important that a sufficient deterrent is put in place to prevent EU vessels coming into Scottish waters post no-deal Brexit.

Prof Harrison warns at the moment we don't have sufficient maritime enforcement capacity - not just at sea, but also in the courts.

Mr Duncan from the Marine Conservation Society shares those concerns.

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Alistair Sinclair from the Scottish Creel Fishermen's Federation concurs saying: "Until Marine Scotland properly address the situation inshore, how in the name of the wee man are we going to police offshore."

There is "a lot of uncertainty" about the UK's capacity to patrol fishing waters after a no-deal Brexit, a government memo mistakenly emailed to the BBC has revealed.