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Across all heat sources, approximately 30,000 homes are connected to heat network(s) in Scotland, based on the 2018 Heat Network Metering and Billing Regulation data.
The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Amendment (No 2) Order 2014 introduces an approach that we think strikes an appropriate balance between the needs of local businesses and the protection of Scotland’s environment, amenity and heritage.
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Date answered:
21 September 2023
The Scottish Government’s intended introduction date for the Scottish aggregates tax is 1 April 2026. When it is introduced, Revenue Scotland, Scotland’s tax authority for devolved taxes, will be responsible for the collection and management of the Scottish aggregates tax.As part of on-going work to commence the Aggregates Tax and Devolved Taxes Administration (Scotland) Act 2024, the Scottish Aggregates Tax (Applicable Rate of Tax) Regulations 2026 make the required provision for the practical application of the Scottish aggregates tax.
Will the minister be bold, deal with those vested interests and empower rural and urban communities in the bill? I am sure that the member appreciates that I cannot set out today the exact measures that will be introduced in the bill.