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My hon. Friend is right.

On the first point, I believe that, unless told otherwise and unless there is any barrier—by which I mean a technical barrier, not a legal b

As I mentioned earlier, in the context of the Home Secretary’s announcement last week, we want to make sure that anyone who applies, either

We absolutely will, and I recognise that individuals are already making offers.

The hon. Lady makes a very important point. It is critical that we ensure data is shared in a timely fashion.

My hon. Friend makes an important point.

Local government, who are experts in safeguarding.

We will do everything possible to make sure the Scottish Government are satisfied.

The Home Secretary and I will do everything possible to improve the operation of the scheme, in line with the hon. Lady’s points.

The hon. Lady makes a very important point. It is critical that we ensure data is shared in a timely fashion.