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Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD): Consultation on Phase 5 of the Eradication Scheme
The Scottish Government is committed to eradicating Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD), a serious infectious disease of cattle. A scheme has been developed with stakeholders and requires legislative support through the various phases of the eradication scheme. Through the BVD Advisory Group, we have agreed to consult on the following proposals for the next phase of the eradication scheme that will: Increase pressure on not negative herds to investigate the cause of BVD exposure in... MoreOpened 21 August 2017 -
Review of homicides by people with recent contact with NHSScotland mental health and learning disability services
A consultation on a proposed process for the review of homicides by individuals with recent contact with mental health services. MoreOpened 24 August 2017 -
Guidance for Local Authorities when carrying out their new duties and functions under Part 9 of the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015
The Scottish Government’s Programme for Government focuses on the themes of an education system providing opportunities for all, an economy with more jobs and fair work, public services fit for the future, empowering people and communities through strengthened local democracy and safeguarding Scotland’s place in the world. The Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015, was brought forward with the aim of empowering our communities by boosting the rights of community bodies and placing... MoreOpened 25 August 2017 -
Extending Children’s Rights - Guidance for education authorities and school staff on assessment of capacity and consideration of wellbeing of children who have attained 12 years of age in respect of additional support for learning in school education
The Education (Additional Support for Learning) (Scotland) Act 2004 (“the Act”) provides the legal framework for identifying and addressing the additional support needs of children and young people who face a barrier, or barriers, to learning. The Act aims to ensure that all children and young people are provided with the necessary support to help them work towards achieving their full potential. It also promotes collaborative working among all those supporting children and young... MoreOpened 25 August 2017 -
Consultation on Free Bus Travel for Older and Disabled People and Modern Apprentices
Consultation is an essential part of the Scottish Government’s policy making process. It gives us the opportunity to seek your opinions. This Consultation sets out the issues under consideration and asks you questions about what we are proposing. After the Consultation is closed we will publish responses where we have been given permission to do so. Responses are analysed and used as part of the policy making process, along with a range of other available information and evidence.... MoreOpened 25 August 2017 -
Section 70 of the Education (Scotland) Act 1980 - draft guidance for users of the section 70 complaints process
Under section 70 of the Education (Scotland) Act 1980, any interested party can make a reference to Scottish Ministers where that party believes that a responsible body (an education authority, managers of an independent or grant-aided school or any other educational establishment, or other persons) has failed to carry out a statutory duty in relation to education. The guidance on section 70 complaints to Scottish Ministers is intended to provide support to all those involved in the... MoreOpened 28 August 2017 -
Crofting Consultation 2017
The Scottish Government is committed to reviewing the modernisation of crofting law within this Parliamentary session. This consultation seeks views of crofters, and those with an interest, on the pathway of any potential new legislation to reform crofting law. Views are also sought on how to possibly improve several fundamental aspects of crofting, particularly if present legislation impacts upon them. MoreOpened 28 August 2017 -
Consultation on a proposal to amend the economic link licence condition
This paper sets out the Scottish Government’s proposal to amend the current economic link licence condition in fishing vessel licences. Sea fisheries licences include a condition that requires vessels over 10 metres landing more than 2 tonnes of quota species annually to demonstrate a real economic link to the United Kingdom. The current economic link licence condition was put in place to ensure that a proportion of the economic value that results from catching fish quotas is retained in... MoreOpened 30 August 2017 -
Independent Review of Hate Crime Legislation in Scotland
The consultation sought views to inform the independent review of hate crime legislation in Scotland, conducted by Lord Bracadale. The review considered whether changes needed to be made to the current laws; whether existing offences should be extended to cover other groups; and whether all hate crimes should be brought into one area of legislation. MoreOpened 31 August 2017 -
Building Scotland's Low Emission Zones
This consultation paper sets out the proposed arrangements and options to deliver a consistent approach to designing, building and managing Low Emission Zones (LEZs) in Scotland. It is your opportunity to shape the guiding principles the Scottish Government will adopt to put in place the first LEZ by 2018. MoreOpened 6 September 2017 -
Bovine TB - Proposal to introduce changes to compensation arrangements in Scotland and update the Tuberculosis (Scotland) Order 2007 on other disease control measures
This consultation sets out a number of proposed amendments to the Tuberculosis (Scotland) Order 2007 and seeks views on specific proposals to introduce changes to the way we pay compensation for bovine TB in Scotland. MoreOpened 7 September 2017 -
Consultation on Fire and Smoke Alarms in Scottish Homes
This consultation seeks views on possible changes to standards required for fire and smoke alarms in Scottish Homes. We propose extending the current minimum safe standards in private rented housing to other tenures. MoreOpened 8 September 2017 -
Proposed Draft Police Act 1997 and Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 Remedial Order 2018
The 2018 Proposed Draft Order sets out the proposed amendments to the Police Act 1997 and the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. It provides that individuals who have been convicted of schedule 8A offences (offences which must always be disclosed) should in certain specified circumstances have the right to apply to a Sheriff in order to seek removal of that conviction information before their disclosure is sent to a third party such as an employer. MoreOpened 11 September 2017 -
Local Bus Services in Scotland – Improving the Framework for Delivery
Bus services are important to the people of Scotland with around 400 million (three quarters of all public transport) journeys made by bus. However, the sector faces significant challenges with the overall number of passenger journeys decreasing and service cutbacks in some places which can leave communities without a public transport option. We believe that the legislative framework governing bus services requires improvement and are consulting on options to do that. Fundamentally,... MoreOpened 13 September 2017 -
The Future of Smart Ticketing in Scotland
Smart ticketing is an important element of a modern public transport system and is increasingly prevalent in major cities and countries around the world. It offers a number of benefits for users, transport operators and society including greater choice, less cash handling and promoting a modal shift to public transport. This contributes towards the Scottish Government’s Greener Strategic Objective. This consultation seeks views on our proposed framework for nation-wide multi-modal smart... MoreOpened 13 September 2017 -
Consultation on regulations under Section 10 of the Human Trafficking and Exploitation (Scotland) Act 2015
This consultation offers the opportunity to comment on the support that will be provided to victims of slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour - the offence under section 4 of the Human Trafficking and Exploitation (Scotland) Act 2015. MoreOpened 15 September 2017 -
National Improvement Framework: Consultation on measuring the attainment gap and milestones towards closing it
The Scottish Government has been clear about its commitment to closing the poverty-related attainment gap between children and young people from the least and most disadvantaged communities. Ministers are committed to making demonstrable progress in closing the gap during the lifetime of this Parliament, and to substantially eliminate it in the next decade. We have undertaken to consult on proposals for measuring the gap and milestones towards closing it, and to publish our proposals as part... MoreOpened 4 October 2017 -
A consultation on a draft revised code of conduct for registered property factors
The code was introduced by the Property Factors (Scotland) Act 2011 (the Act), which requires Scottish Ministers to prepare a code of conduct setting out minimum standards of practice for registered property factors and related amendments to the Act.. The current code came into force on 1 October 2012 and applies to all registered property factors as defined by section 2 of the Act. The Act requires that Scottish Ministers must from 'time to time' prepare a draft code which should be... MoreOpened 6 October 2017 -
Improving the Protection of Wild Mammals in Scotland
We recognised concerns about whether legislation on fox-hunting in Scotland is working properly. That is why we asked the Right Honourable Lord Bonomy to undertake a review to ascertain whether the Protection of Wild Mammals (Scotland) Act 2002 is providing a sufficient level of protection for wild mammals, while at the same time allowing effective and humane control of mammals, such as foxes, where necessary. Lord Bonomy’s report is an important milestone and represents a considered,... MoreOpened 6 October 2017 -
Consultation on The Continuing Care (Scotland) Amendment Order 2018
Section 67 of The Children and Young People (Scotland) Act 2014 inserts a new section 26A into the Children (Scotland) Act 1995 in relation to continuing care. Continuing care is defined in new section 26A(4) of the 1995 Act as meaning the same accommodation and other assistance as was being provided for the eligible person by the local authority, immediately before the person ceased to be looked after. Continuing care reflects the philosophy of care set out in the Scottish... MoreOpened 16 October 2017 -
Consultation on the financial accounting arrangements for Regional Transport Partnerships
An effective and efficient transport system is vital for Scotland’s economy and necessary for its people to go about their daily lives. The Regional Transport Partnerships (“RTPs”) strengthen the planning and delivery of regional transport developments, and in doing so regularly invest in projects. For financial planning purposes, there is a need to ensure RTPs have the ability to have a surplus or deficit on their Income and Expenditure accounts, and hence the ability to have a General... MoreOpened 20 October 2017 -
Scottish National Investment Bank
The establishment of a Scottish National Investment Bank was a key measure announced in the Programme for Government 17-18 on 5 September 2017, with Benny Higgins, CEO of Tesco Bank, appointed by the First Minister to lead work on an Implementation Plan. MoreOpened 20 October 2017 -
Consultation on Scottish Court Fees 2018-2021
The consultation proposes that court fee levels are increased by 2.3% with effect from 1 April 2018 to reflect inflationary pressures. This would be followed by further increases of 2% with effect from 1 April 2019 and a further 2% from 1 April 2020. MoreOpened 20 October 2017 -
A healthier future - action and ambitions on diet, activity and healthy weight
This consultation document proposes a range of actions to improve diet and weight in Scotland. It draws on experience of implementing the Obesity Route Map, the learning from tackling other public health challenges such as alcohol use and smoking, and a growing body of evidence on the action necessary to improve the health of the whole population. Tackling obesity has already been identified as a priority in Programme for Government with key commitments to limit the marketing of food... MoreOpened 26 October 2017 -
Consultation on guidance on the provisions for licensing of sexual entertainment venues and changes to licensing of theatres
The Air Weapons and Licensing (Scotland) Act 2015 (the ‘2015 Act’) provides for the creation of a new non-mandatory licensing regime for sexual entertainment venues (SEV), such as lap dancing clubs. The provisions, when commenced, will allow local authorities to licence such venues under the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1982 (the “1982 Act”). This allows for greater local control over the provision of such venues by permitting local authorities to reflect the views of the... MoreOpened 1 November 2017 -
Consultation on Inshore Mackerel Fishery Trial
The consultation paper provides a background to the creation of the inshore mackerel fisheries and reviews the impacts of the 2014-17 trial period of expanded access and quota allocation. Please click here to read the consultation document in full. MoreOpened 1 November 2017 -
Draft Code of Practice on the Exercise by Constables in Scotland of Searches for Cash and Listed Assets
We are consulting on a draft code of practice. It is a code of practice for police constables in Scotland when they are searching people, premises or vehicles for cash or listed assets (a list in the Criminal Finances Act 2017 which includes precious stones, stamps, watches etc) which may have been obtained through unlawful conduct or be intended for use in unlawful conduct. The code replaces an existing code on searches for cash and has been expanded to include searches for listed assets... MoreOpened 1 November 2017 -
Consultation on Excellence and Equity for All: Guidance on the Presumption of Mainstreaming
Excellence and Equity for All: Guidance on the Presumption of Mainstreaming aims to bridge the gap between legislation, policy and day-to-day experience, to ensure that local authorities have the guidance required to help their decision making in applying the presumption of mainstreaming. It is intended to provide guidance on applying the presumption and looks to encourage a child centred approach to making decisions about placement. As the implementation of the presumption of mainstreaming... MoreOpened 2 November 2017 -
Empowering Schools: A consultation on the provisions of the Education (Scotland) Bill
The Education (Scotland) Bill that is being introduced later this parliamentary year is to create a school and teacher-led education system. The Bill will establish a Headteachers’ Charter which sets out the right and responsibilities of the headteachers, empowering them to be the leaders of learning in their schools. The Bill will also improve parental and community engagement in school life and in learning outside of school, and strengthen the voice of children and young people, by... MoreOpened 7 November 2017 -
Practical Fire Safety Guidance for Existing Premises with Sleeping Accommodation
This consultation is to seek comment on a revised volume of practical fire safety guidance. The guidance has been developed for dutyholders to help meet their responsibilities for fire safety under the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 in relation to existing premises with sleeping accommodation including small bed and breakfast and self-catering premises; small premises providing sleeping accommodation; and medium and large premises providing sleeping accommodation. The guidance does not seek... MoreOpened 7 November 2017
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