However, the excepted groups above could potentially donate an organ by opting-in to the organ donor register or donation could be authorised by their nearest relative or someone with parental rights and responsibilities for a child.Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICe) Publication, The Human Tissue (Authorisation) (Scotland) Bill, Page 15
It is important to note that in all three scenarios above; if the nearest relative, next of kin, or a longstanding friend is in possession of information regarding the deceased wishes on donation, this information could be taken into account...