22 Aug 2016
A Consultation on proposals to establish the interim body to manage The Crown Estate assets in Scotland post-devolution Overview The Scottish Government is supportive of the Smith Commission’s recommendations to devolve powers in relation to the management and revenues of Crown Estate assets in Scotland, which are in line with policy objectives to ensure that […]
22 Aug 2016
Government launch electro-fishing consultation BBC: A controversial method of catching razor clams using electricity could be legalised, under new Scottish government plans. Ministers are considering applying for an exemption to European Union laws which prohibit electro-fishing. They have launched on consultation on the proposal. Razor clams – or spoots – are increasingly in demand by […]
20 Jul 2016
Scottish Government: More than 10,000 families are to benefit from a ten year strategy to protect homes in many of Scotland’s most flood-prone communities. The plan is the result of grant funding totalling £420 million and follows an agreement reached between the Scottish Government and COSLA. The cash will be used to deliver 40 new […]
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