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. • Whether the targets for tree planting account for loss of trees from storms or fires (SCCS) Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) set out a list of questions which they suggested that the Committee may wish to ask the Scottish Government when scrutinising the CCP.
They said: “Unless farmers are encouraged to see permanent habitats as potential insetting options for their business, they may resist engagement in nature restoration that protects and enhance carbon stores.”
They said: “Unless farmers are encouraged to see permanent habitats as potential insetting options for their business, they may resist engagement in nature restoration that protects and enhance carbon stores.”
Our planning triage framework sets out the circumstances in which planning authorities should consult us on such applications. Consultation triggers for BESS may, for example, include flood risk or development on peat/carbon rich soil.
However, the platform is “still in development” and users “may encounter errors”. Progress to increase the functionality of the Finder will be important.
The International Women’s Group Global Summit is being held in the UK in July and that will be looking at themes including participation, leadership and governance, so there may be opportunities to attend and learn from that event.
Action: Sail Scotland conference to be on the agenda for next meeting on 20th May. Agenda item 6 - Cruise Ship Levy Consultation th th SMCM reported that the consultation was published on 27 February and will be open until 30 May 2025.