Develop proposals on civil legal aid. Scottish Legal Aid Board to introduce pilot schemes on different forms of access to legal services by 31 March 2001. From 25 October 1999, SLAB will pay all criminal legal aid accounts within 30 calendar days of receipt, if supported by appropriate documentation. Where abatements are being made, payment will be made on offer. This programme also includes provision for Invest to Save projects, residential accommodation for children and the Capital Modernisation Fund.
Councils have a leading role in emergency planning at the local level.
Police forces co-ordinate arrangements which bring together representatives of the key local agencies from across the police force areas. The Capital Modernisation Fund seeks to fund projects that will modernise public services. Expenditure is focused on community-based initiatives primarily, increased CCTV, alarms for vulnerable households and community safety initiatives. In 2000-01, continue to participate in exercises and mount training courses as required. To continue to provide all those sentenced to detention with a range of opportunities for education and to address their offending behaviour.