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Scottish Forestry Strategy 2006.

Country/Territory
United Kingdom
Territorial subdivision
Scotland
Document type
Date
2006
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Environment gen., Forestry, Land & soil, Water
Keyword
Agricultural development Pollution control Soil conservation/soil improvement Soil pollution/quality Air quality/air pollution Sustainable use Financing Governance Forest service/forest officers Forestry protection measures Timber Climate change Recreational forest Ecosystem preservation Local government Public forest Private forest Biodiversity Cultural heritage International trade Internal trade Public participation Transport/storage Policy/planning Forest management/forest conservation Land tenure Transfer Urban land Land-use planning Freshwater quality/freshwater pollution
Geographical area
Atlantic Ocean Islands, Europe, EUROPE AND CENTRAL ASIA, European Union Countries, North Atlantic, North Sea, North-East Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

The vision of the present Scottish Forestry Strategy is that by the second half of this century, people are benefiting widely from Scotland’s trees, woodlands and forests, actively engaging with and looking after them for the use and enjoyment of generations to come. The forestry resource has become a central part of culture, economy and the environment. The principles of the Forestry Strategy are defined as follows: i) Sustainable development - underpinned by sustainable forest management; ii) Social inclusion - through helping to provide opportunities for all, and helping to build stronger communities; iii) Forestry for and with people; iv) Integration with other land uses and businesses. The desired outcomes are indicated in Part I as: 1) Improved health and well-being of people and their communities; 2) Competitive and innovative businesses contributing to the growth of the Scottish economy; 3) High quality, robust and adaptable environment. The specific objectives of the Strategy are to: 1) assist community participation; 2) enhance opportunities for health and enjoyment; 3) contribute to growth in learning and skills; 4) develop a more efficient and competitive timber supply chain; 5) facilitate the development of markets for forest products; 6) facilitate rural business diversification and development; 7) increase the contribution of forestry to tourism; 8) Help to tackle climate change; 9) contribute positively to soil, water and air quality; 10) contribute to landscape quality; 11) protect and promote the historic environment and cultural heritage; 12) help to protect and enhance biodiversity.

Full text
English
Website
www.forestry.gov.uk

References - Legislation

Implements

Water Environment and Water Services (Scotland) Act 2003 (Asp 3 of 2003).

Legislation | United Kingdom | 2003 (2020)

Keyword: Aquaculture, Freshwater resources management, River basin institution, Sewerage, Drainage/land reclamation, Pollution control, Institution, Freshwater pollution

Source: FAO, FAOLEX