As set out above, the explanatory document confirms that, having considered the consultation responses, the Scottish Ministers have made no changes from the proposed draft Order laid on 3 October 2025.
Committee meeting 3 March 2026
At its meeting on 3 March, the Net Zero, Energy and Transport Committee took evidence on the instrument from:
Gillian Martin, Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy, Scottish Government
James Simpson, Unit Head, Head of Sponsorship and Investment, Water Industry Division, Scottish Government
Lucy Drummie, Lawyer, Scottish Government
The evidence taken at the meeting can be read in full in the Official Report, which is available here:
Read the Official Report - 3 March 2026
In her opening remarks, the Cabinet Secretary explained the instrument is intended to improve the exercise of Scottish Water’s public functions, particularly in relation to economy, efficiency and effectiveness.