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Proposed Ecocide (Prevention) (Scotland) Bill

Monica Lennon, Central Scotland, Scottish Labour

Member’s Bill


Draft proposal

Date lodged: 07 November 2023

A proposal for a Bill to protect the environment in Scotland and deter environmental damage by introducing the crime of ecocide into Scots law.

The consultation runs from 8 November 2023 to 9 February 2024

Read about the proposed Bill in the Consultation Document  (791KB, pdf) posted 07 November 2023

The consultation closed on 9 February 2024.


Final proposal

Date lodged: 12 November 2024

A proposal for a Bill to protect the environment in Scotland and deter environmental damage by introducing the crime of ecocide into Scots law.

Read the Consultation Summary (including a link to the published responses) (571KB, pdf) posted 12 November 2024


MSPs who supported the proposal

Total supporters 51

Right to introduce Member's Bill Secured


Member's Bill introduced to give effect to proposal?

Member's Bill introduced