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Superfast broadband in Scotland: reaching 100%
The Reaching 100% Programme (“R100”) is striving to extend the availability of NGA broadband infrastructure to meet the Scottish Government’s commitment to deliver superfast broadband access to 100% of premises in Scotland by 2021. To achieve this, Scottish Government intends to procure further coverage of NGA broadband infrastructure (capable of delivering download speeds of at least 30 Mbps) in areas where such broadband is currently unavailable. Geographically, R100 covers the... MoreClosed 5 August 2017 -
Consultation on Draft Regulations Regarding the Transfer of the Additional Support Needs Tribunals for Scotland into the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland
This consultation seeks views on draft regulations to transfer the functions and members of the Additional Support Needs Tribunals for Scotland (ASNTS) to the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (First-tier Tribunal). Download the consultation paper. MoreClosed 1 August 2017 -
Consultation in relation to the draft Water Intended for Human Consumption (Private Supplies) (Scotland) Regulations 2017
The Scottish Ministers are seeking comments on proposals to transpose, for large private water supplies, Directive (EU) 2015/1787 which makes some changes to Directive 98/83/EC on the quality of water intended for human consumption (“the Drinking Water Directive”). These changes need to be transposed by 27 October 2017. The Scottish Ministers propose to make the Water Intended for Human Consumption (Private Supplies) (Scotland) Regulations 2017. This would replace those provisions of... MoreClosed 28 July 2017 -
Consultation on Amendments to Permitted Development Rights for Fin Fish and Shellfish Developments
Permitted development rights (PDR) for fish farms were introduced by The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Fish Farming)(Scotland) Amendment Order 2012 and the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Amendment (No. 2) Order 2012. The consultation paper for the 2012 Order noted that there would be an opportunity to review the operation of the regime and whether there is scope to add additional permitted development rights. The Scottish... MoreClosed 28 July 2017 -
Safe and Effective Staffing in Health and Social Care
The proposals set out in the consultation document will focus intentionally on the application of evidence based approaches to nursing and midwifery workload and workforce planning as there is already a validated framework, methodology and suite of planning tools that are mandated for use in NHS Scotland as part of Local Delivery Planning. However, the consultation will seek views on extending this approach when methodologies are developed. Any personal information will only be used for... MoreClosed 5 July 2017 -
A Consultation on the draft Delivery Plan for Equally Safe: Scotland's strategy for preventing and eradicating violence against women and girls
In 2016 Scottish Government published a revised version of Equally Safe, Scotland's strategy to eradicate violence against women and girls. The strategy envisions a Scotland where all individuals are equally safe and respected, and where women and girls live free from all forms of violence and abuse - and the attitudes that help perpetuate it. This consultation is on the delivery plan, which sets out the actions undertaken by Scottish Government, COSLA and key partners to make Equally... MoreClosed 30 June 2017 -
Energy efficiency and condition standards in private rented housing: A Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Programme Consultation
The Scottish Government has designated energy efficiency as a National Infrastructure Priority, the cornerstone of which will be Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Programme (SEEP). This 15 to 20 year programme will improve the energy efficiency of our homes and buildings, supporting our efforts to reduce climate change emissions and tackle fuel poverty. Minimum energy efficiency standards play a key role. We have already introduced the Energy Efficiency Standard for Social Housing for... MoreClosed 30 June 2017 -
Improving Parking in Scotland
The consultation paper will set out proposed arrangements that aims to deliver a consistent approach to managing parking in Scotland. It invites views on how we can improve the clarity of the laws on parking , what restrictions that should be applied, the exceptions that should be granted, how those responsible can deliver an integrated approach to managing parking, how we should tackle displacement of vehicles and support town centre regeneration whilst improving accessibility for all.... MoreClosed 30 June 2017 -
Severance Policy in Devolved Public Sector in Scotland
The Scottish Government seeks to ensure severance arrangements are fair and equitable while providing value for money for the people of Scotland. Severance continues to play an essential role in ensuring employers across the public sector in Scotland deliver services efficiently and effectively by enabling them to manage changes to workforces in reaction to changing organisational circumstances - while at the same time helping leavers bridge the gap into new employment. Across the devolved... MoreClosed 23 June 2017 -
Consultation on funding of The Scottish Energy Performance Certificate Register
The purpose of this consultation is to update stakeholders on the current status of the Scottish Energy Performance Certificate Register (SEPCR), to advise on pending action to amend the statutory fees payable on lodgement of energy performance data and to seek views on the manner in which the register is funded. MoreClosed 19 June 2017 -
Guidance on Engaging Communities in Decisions Relating to Land
Under Part 4 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2016 (“the Act”), Scottish Ministers have a duty to issue “guidance about engaging communities in decisions relating to land which may affect communities” (“the Guidance”). The purpose of the Guidance is to encourage land owners and land managers to develop co-operative and positive working relationships with local communities. The aim is to support good working practices that can lead to mutually beneficial solutions to... MoreClosed 16 June 2017 -
The Cremation (Scotland) Regulations 2017
The Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act 2016 provides a modern, comprehensive legislative framework for burial and cremation. The existing legislation was outdated and increasingly unfit for purpose. Many of the Act’s provisions are rooted in recommendations made by various review groups, particularly the Infant Cremation Commission and the Burial and Cremation Review Group . The Burial and Cremation (Scotland) Act 2016 received Royal Assent in April 2016. The Act provides the... MoreClosed 9 June 2017 -
Consultation on the British Sign Language (BSL) National Plan
Introduction to the consultation and Ministerial foreword from the First Minister and Mark McDonald MSP, Minister for Childcare and Early Years: This consultation on the Draft British Sign Language (BSL) National Plan seeks to gather your views about the proposed actions. The plan has been produced in collaboration with the BSL National Advisory Group. Together we have set long term goals that we are striving for. Read the consultation paper In this plan, which... MoreClosed 5 June 2017 -
Good College Governance
This consultation paper seeks comments on: • Recommendation 1 of the Good Governance Task Group Report: better arrangements are put in place to improve board member recruitment • Recommendation 9 of the Good Governance Task Group Report: more sanctions are considered so that a wider range of measures is available, if necessary • Equality impact MoreClosed 2 June 2017 -
Talking "Fracking": A Consultation on Unconventional Oil and Gas
The future of unconventional oil and gas in Scotland has proven both complex and controversial, and deeply held, sincere views have emerged on all sides of the debate. The Scottish Government’s position is to take a cautious, evidence led approach while we gather and consider evidence. In January 2015, the Scottish Government put in place a moratorium on unconventional oil and gas development in Scotland, which prevents hydraulic fracturing for shale oil and gas, and coal bed methane... MoreClosed 31 May 2017 -
Consultation on a Scottish Energy Strategy: The Future of Energy in Scotland
The choices we make about energy are among the most important decisions we face. The supply of safe, reliable energy underpins the continued growth of the Scottish economy and delivery of key services. Our energy industry provides high quality jobs and a vibrant climate for innovation. Affordable energy provision is a prerequisite for healthy, fulfilling living and productive, competitive business. Scotland’s climate ambitions underpin the priorities laid out in this draft strategy... MoreClosed 30 May 2017 -
Consultation on Scotland's Energy Efficiency Programme
The Scottish Government has designated energy efficiency as a National Infrastructure Priority, the cornerstone of which will be Scotland’s Energy Efficiency Programme (SEEP) – a 15 to 20 year programme. The Programme for Government commits to investing more than half a billion pounds to SEEP over the next four years setting out a clear commitment to develop this programme with substantial annual funding. By 2035, through SEEP we will have transformed the energy efficiency and heating... MoreClosed 30 May 2017 -
Consultation on a Draft Onshore Wind Policy Statement
We are publishing this draft statement, alongside the draft Energy Strategy. Onshore wind development is essential to Scotland’s transformation to a fully decarbonised energy system by 2050 and brings opportunities which underpin our vision to grow a low carbon economy and build a fairer society. This statement reaffirms existing Scottish Government’s onshore wind policy set out in previous publications and seeks views on a number of issues related to supporting the... MoreClosed 30 May 2017 -
Scottish Expert Advisory Panel on the Collaborative Economy
Earlier this year, I was asked by Keith Brown, the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work, to chair the Scottish Expert Advisory Panel on the Collaborative Economy. The Panel’s purpose is to provide advice, expertise and experience to on-going policy development on the collaborative economy and to make recommendations to Scottish Ministers on how Scotland can position itself to take advantage of the many opportunities of the collaborative economy and overcome any... MoreClosed 29 May 2017 -
Improving educational outcomes for children and young people from travelling cultures
The Scottish Government is committed to enabling all children and young people to reach their full potential, however Traveller children and young people’s educational outcomes are among the worst in Scotland. The Scottish Government have therefore worked with stakeholders to develop guidance to support those working with Traveller children and young people to improve educational outcomes over time. This consultation is seeking your views on the draft guidance. Download the... MoreClosed 28 May 2017 -
Consultation on Fees for Seed Testing, Seed Certification & Associated Seed Functions
Fees for seed testing, seed certification and associated functions ( supervision of licensed, Professional Seed Operators, licensed Crop Inspectors, licensed Seed Samplers, LSTS) and courses and exams are all required to be reviewed annually to ensure that the costs of the services provided by Scottish Government are met by the businesses benefiting directly from them and that it is cost neutral to government. This consultation is on Scottish Government’s proposal to increase certain... MoreClosed 26 May 2017 -
Consultation on arrangements for Scotland to continue participating in the EU School Milk scheme
Consultation on arrangements for Scotland to continue participating in the EU School Milk scheme. Consultees are invited to note the main points of the new common framework (detailed in the attched documents) and to consider the delivery approach proposed for Scotland. Please note that this consultation will close on the 21st of May 2017. MoreClosed 21 May 2017 -
Electronic Monitoring in Scotland
This consultation seeks views on the next steps in taking forward primary legislation to extend the use of electronic monitoring in Scotland in support of broader community justice policy. The proposed changes reflect the findings and recommendations of the Electronic Monitoring Expert Working Group. The Working Group report was published on 4 October 2016. View the consultation paper on gov.scot MoreClosed 19 May 2017 -
The Registration of Independent Schools (Prescribed Persons) (Scotland) Regulations 2017
This consultation looks for comments on the draft Registration of Independent Schools (Prescribed Person) (Scotland) Regulations 2017 that set out the arrangements in respect of current and future teachers working in independent schools having to be registered with the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS). MoreClosed 1 May 2017 -
Consultation on Guidance on Healthcare Needs in Schools
This consultation seeks views on the draft guidance on Healthcare in Schools in Scotland. The guidance will support health boards and schools in the delivery of healthcare support to pupils who need support as a result of a healthcare need. The guidance has been developed in partnership with a range of key stakeholders including representatives from education and health services, specific healthcare organisations, and parents and carers. MoreClosed 24 April 2017 -
Consultation on Heat and Energy Efficiency Strategies, and Regulation of District Heating
The Scottish Government designated energy efficiency as a national infrastructure priority in June 2015, covering energy efficiency and heat decarbonisation of both domestic and non-domestic buildings. District heating could make an important contribution to meeting Scotland’s future heat demand in areas where heat density is sufficiently high to develop networks that can provide heat at an affordable cost. Where allied to a low carbon heat source, it also offers the potential to meet our... MoreClosed 18 April 2017 -
Consultation on Proposals for an Integrated Authorisation Framework
The single authorisation framework will bring together all the permissioning arrangements for SEPA’s four main regulatory (water, waste, radioactive substances and Pollution Prevention and Control) into a integrated permissioning structure and under a single standardised procedure (subject to the requirements of European and national legislation). These authorisations are an integral tool in SEPA’s approach to controlling and minimising the impact of certain activities on the... MoreClosed 12 April 2017 -
Fees for Monitoring Surface Coal Mines
This consultation seeks views on the Scottish Government’s proposal to enable planning authorities to charge operators for undertaking monitoring of surface coal mining permissions, including planning conditions; legal agreements and restoration financial guarantees. MoreClosed 9 April 2017 -
Revised Colorectal Cancer QPIs
A consultation to gather views on the Colorectal Cancer QPIS with regard to: The appropriateness of the QPIs that have been developed. The target levels that have been set. Key points or areas that are not covered within the QPIs Feasibility of measuring the QPIs identified in a meaningful and comparative way View full PDF and HTML on gov.scot MoreClosed 7 April 2017 -
A consultation on the future of the Scottish Planning System
In 2015 Ministers commissioned an independent panel to undertake a review of the planning system. The review included opportunities to get involved through both written and oral evidence and an online discussion forum. Since then we have been working with a wide range of stakeholders, including community representatives, public and private sectors, to explore potential changes to the planning system. Ministers signalled in the Programme for Government that a Planning Bill would be brought... MoreClosed 4 April 2017
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