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Proposal to ban the manufacture and sale of plastic-stemmed cotton buds in Scotland
The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on the addition of secondary legislation under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 to introduce a ban on the manufacture and the sale of plastic-stemmed cotton buds. The proposed bans aim to further protect our seas from plastic pollution. MoreClosed 22 June 2018 -
Consultation on introduction of compulsory closed circuit TV recording of slaughter at abattoirs in Scotland
To seek views on the introduction of compulsory CCTV recording of slaughter in Scottish abattoirs. Views are also being sought on the benefits to animal welfare of compulsory CCTV; on the storage of, and access to, CCTV footage; on the costs of compulsory slaughter to the industry; and whether a requirement for CCTV should be dependent on the size of the abattoir. MoreClosed 20 June 2018 -
Early Years Assistance, Consultation on the Best Start Grant Regulations
A consultation on the draft Regulations to implement the Best Start Grant which will be a form of Early Years Assistance under the Social Security Bill. MoreClosed 15 June 2018 -
Proposal to designate Loch Carron as a nature conservation Marine Protected Area (MPA), with an associated Marine Conservation Order (MCO)
The purpose of this consultation is to seek your views on the designation of Loch Carron as a Marine Protected Area as well as the associated Marine Conservation Order. Under the Marine (Scotland) Act 2010, Scottish Ministers can designate a Marine Protected Area (MPA) on an urgent basis without publishing notice of their proposals or consulting those likely to be affected. Loch Carron was designated as an MPA in this way in May 2017, following confirmation of damage to sensitive... MoreClosed 13 June 2018 -
Renewables Obligation (Scotland): Consultation on enabling additional capacity at large hydro generating stations
This consultation seeks views on an amendment to the Renewables Obligation (Scotland) Order 2009 to enable hydro electric generating stations in Scotland to increase their declared net capacity above 20MW. MoreClosed 12 June 2018 -
Consultation on a new Enterprise Agency for the South of Scotland
We are consulting the public about the new Enterprise Agency for the South of Scotland. MoreClosed 8 June 2018 -
Consultation on proposals for reviewing the current landlord registration fee structure and expanding the range of prescribed information applicants must provide to local authorities
Mandatory private landlord registration has been in place since 2004. It plays an important role in helping to improve standards for over 770,000 people who rely on the private rented sector to provide them with a home. Evidence suggests that the current application process is not robust enough to ensure that all landlords understand and comply with their legal responsibilities. The consultation therefore seeks views on proposals to ask for additional information about compliance with... MoreClosed 7 June 2018 -
Update of The Licensing (Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2007
The Licensing (Procedure) (Scotland) Regulations 2007 came into force on 1st February 2008. They provide for various procedural matters under the Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005, relating to, amongst other things, the notification of licence applications, objections, representations, determinations and hearings. The Scottish Government has committed to updating these regulations. We would like to seek views, in particular, regarding the sections of these Regulations which relate to the... MoreClosed 6 June 2018 -
A consultation on an application to register the name "Scottish Wild Venison" as a protected geographical indication under the EU quality schemes for agricultural products and foodstuffs
EU regulation 1151/2012 on quality schemes for agricultural products and foodstuffs provides a system for the protection of products on a geographical or traditional recipe basis. This system is similar to the familiar 'appellation controlee' system used for wine. If you are a producer of agricultural products and foodstuffs, you can apply to protect the name of your product under EU law. This means that another producer cannot market their product using that name unless they: •... MoreClosed 29 May 2018 -
Fees Charged for Applications under the Electricity Act 1989
Scottish Ministers are responsible for determining applications for consent for electricity generating stations with installed capacity exceeding 1MW (offshore) and 50 MW (onshore) and overhead power lines in Scotland under sections 36 and 37 of the Electricity Act 1989 respectively. The Electricity (Applications for Consent) Regulations 1990 and Electricity Works (Environmental Impact Assessment) (Scotland) Regulations 2017 apply to such applications, which are processed on behalf of... MoreClosed 28 May 2018 -
Consultation on draft regulations transferring the mental health tribunal for Scotland to the Scottish Tribunals
This consultation is regarding the transfer of the Mental Health Tribunal for Scotland to the Scottish Tribunals in terms of the Tribunals (Scotland) Act 2014. This consultation covers: (1) the Transfer of Functions and Members of the Mental Health Tribunal for Scotland to the Scottish Tribunals; (2) the rules of procedure for the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland Mental Health Chamber; (3) the rules of procedure for the Upper Tribunal for Scotland when hearing cases from the... MoreClosed 20 May 2018 -
Revised Sarcoma Quality Performance Indicators
Under the auspices of the Scottish Cancer Taskforce, National Cancer Quality Performance Indicators (QPIs) were developed to drive continuous quality improvement in cancer care across NHSScotland. In March 2014, Sarcoma QPIs were published, and following 3 years of national comparative data, these have now been subject to formal review. In order to ensure success of the National Cancer QPIs in driving quality improvement it is critical that QPIs continue to be clinically relevant and focus... MoreClosed 11 May 2018 -
Scotland: fixed penalty notices for road traffic offences
Much of the law on the prosecution and punishment of road traffic offences is contained in the Road Traffic Offenders Act 1988 ("the Act"), which extends to Scotland, England, and Wales. However, that does not mean that road traffic law is the same across the whole of the United Kingdom. This consultation is about one part of road traffic law where there is a difference between the law in Scotland, and the law in England and Wales. In terms of the Scotland Act 1998, the Road Traffic... MoreClosed 8 May 2018 -
Consultation on Fees for Seed Testing, Seed Certification and Associated Seed Functions
Scottish Government have reviewed the fees for seed testing, seed certification and associated seed functions. The findings have been documented in this consultation paper, and the changes to fees inserted into the relevant schedules and BRIA, also included. The purpose of this consultation is to seek comments from individuals / companies on the proposal to increase all certification and associated fees by CPI 3.0%, with the exception of seed testing fees, which will rise by 8%, and a... MoreClosed 8 May 2018 -
Adults with Incapacity Reform
This consultation seeks views on proposals for reform to the Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act 2000 (AWI). In 2000, when the AWI act came into force, it was regarded as ground-breaking legislation, essentially a world leader in capacity legislation. For the first time, Scotland had a comprehensive regime to protect the welfare and financial rights of persons lacking in capacity. International human rights law in this field has developed further since then and we need to ensure that... MoreClosed 30 April 2018 -
A Connected Scotland: Tackling social isolation and loneliness and building stronger social connections
In the last Parliamentary term, the Scottish Government welcomed The Equal Opportunities Committee report on Social Isolation which was the first of its kind anywhere in the world. The committee found that social isolation and loneliness was a problem in Scotland, and recommended that the Government developed a national strategy to tackle it. This consultation is an important part of the process. Social Isolation and loneliness is an issue that can affect anyone at any age... MoreClosed 30 April 2018 -
Engagement Process of the Draft Suicide Prevention Action Plan 2018
Every life matters and everyone has a role to play in suicide prevention. The impact of suicide on families, friends and communities is devastating and has long lasting consequences. Our existing Suicide Prevention Strategy covered the period 2013-16 and set out a range of commitments under 5 broad themes: Responding to people in distress; Talking about suicide; Improving the NHS response to suicide; Developing the evidence base; and Supporting change and improvement. The Scottish... MoreClosed 30 April 2018 -
Head and Neck Cancer QPIs
Under the auspices of the Scottish Cancer Taskforce, National Cancer Quality Performance Indicators (QPIs) were developed to drive continuous quality improvement in cancer care across NHSScotland. In April 2014, Head and Neck Cancer QPIs were published, and following 3 years of national comparative data, these have now been subject to formal review. In order to ensure success of the National Cancer QPIs in driving quality improvement it is critical that QPIs continue to be clinically... MoreClosed 23 April 2018 -
Consultation on Draft Regulations making provision in relation to Social Security Appeals
The Scottish Government would like to consult on the development of the Rules of Procedure and other provisions that will be required to set up a new Chamber in the Scottish Tribunals to hear appeals for devolved assistances when they begin to be delivered by the new Scottish social security agency. MoreClosed 16 April 2018 -
A consultation on an amendment to Land and Buildings Transaction Tax Group Relief
The purpose of this consultation is to gather views from stakeholders on amendment to the Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (Scotland) Act 2013 to allow Group relief to apply where: there is a land transaction between one company and another company within its corporate group structure; and there is a share pledge or equivalent arrangement in place. MoreClosed 13 April 2018 -
Call for Evidence
The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Sport has commissioned Professor Alison Britton, of Glasgow Caledonian University, to carry out an independent review of processes involved in the below mentioned report. It will not re-examine the outcomes or recommendations of the Independent Review. The Scottish Independent Review of the Use, Safety and Efficacy of Transvaginal Mesh Implants in the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Women This... MoreClosed 30 March 2018 -
Consultation on Electoral Reform
This is the Scottish Government’s consultation on Electoral Reform. The Scottish Government is committed to ensuring access to democratic participation for all citizens. The way we vote in elections has remained unchanged for over 100 years. Modernisation takes place across all aspects of society and now is a good time to think about the kinds of innovation people in Scotland would like to see in elections. View full consultation paper here . MoreClosed 29 March 2018 -
Consultation on LBTT First Time Buyers Relief
This consultation seeks views on the operation of a Land and Buildings Transaction Tax First Time Buyers Relief for properties under £175 000. MoreClosed 23 March 2018 -
Consultation on a Draft Order extending coverage of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 to Registered Social Landlords
Following previous consultation on extending coverage of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) to Registered Social Landlords (RSLs) the Scottish Government is now consulting on the terms of a draft order. The draft order proposes to designate RSLs (and RSL subsidiaries) in so far as they undertake functions for which they are already subject to regulation and oversight by the Scottish Housing Regulator. View full consultation paper here View... MoreClosed 7 March 2018 -
A Consultation on the Beavers in Scotland Strategic Environmental Assessment Environmental Report
This is a consultation about the policy to reintroduce beavers to Scotland and whether the appropriate mitigation measures have been identified. Views are also being sought on a Strategic Environmental Assessment that has been undertaken of this policy of reintroduction. View the full consultation paper here MoreClosed 6 March 2018 -
Registration and Licensing of Animal Sanctuaries and Rehoming Activities in Scotland
This consultation is seeking views on animal sanctuaries and rehoming agencies to be required to hold a license or be registered to carry out these activities depending on the size of the undertaking. It looks to refine proposals surrounding thresholds for registration and licensing and enforcement. MoreClosed 4 March 2018 -
Review of the Gender Recognition Act 2004
The Gender Recognition Act 2004 allows a transgender person to change their legally recognised gender. This consultation, which closed on 1 March 2018, sought views on whether and how the Gender Recognition Act 2004 should be amended in relation to the law in Scotland. The consultation covered establishing new arrangements for dealing with applications for legal gender recognition, the minimum age at which applications for gender recognition could be made and related matters. MoreClosed 1 March 2018 -
Scottish Government Review of the Scottish Regulators Strategic Code of Practice
Better regulation is good for Scotland and makes it an attractive place to do business. To build upon our better regulation framework, the Regulatory Reform (Scotland) Act came into power in 2014. Part of this Act allowed a Code of Practice to be developed to assist regulators deliver their regulatory functions. The aim of the Scottish Regulators Strategic Code of Practice (the Code) is to outline how regulators should apply regulatory principles. It builds on good practice and... MoreClosed 28 February 2018 -
Consultation on Proposed Sites to Host Inshore Fisheries Pilots 2017
On 25 May 2017, the Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and Connectivity, Fergus Ewing MSP, announced the Inshore Fisheries Pilots initiative . The aim of this initiative is to explore alternative approaches to managing inshore fisheries, in order to ensure our coastal communities are making the most of our waters. The pilots will investigate two different methods of fisheries management: A localised approach to fisheries management, where fishing interests are involved in... MoreClosed 22 February 2018 -
Scotland's Energy Efficiency Programme: Second Consultation on Local Heat & Energy Efficiency Strategies, and Regulation of District and Communal Heating
In January 2017, as part of the broader Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Programme, the Scottish Government published a high level policy scoping consultation paper on Local Heat & Energy Efficiency Strategies (LHEES), and regulation of district heating. It was part of a suite of consultations on the draft Climate Change Plan, the draft Energy Strategy and related activity. The consultation run between 24 January and 18 April 2017. Based on the evidence and views gathered from stakeholders... MoreClosed 20 February 2018
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