Jurisdiction: Scotland
Commencement: 16th December 2025
Amends: Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2016
Mini Summary
The Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2016 establishes that Scottish Ministers must create Regulations to support the sustainable development of land, ensuring land owners develop and implement environmentally beneficial land management plans and engage with communities when making significant decisions.
Duties
There are no duties for organisations under this Act; duties are held by Scottish Ministers.
Amendment
Scottish Ministers must create Regulations to support the sustainable development of land, ensuring land owners develop and implement environmentally beneficial land management plans and engage with communities when making significant decisions.