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Topic: Policy Submissions

These are submissions that SIF has made to the Scottish Government on a variety of topics.

Island Economies / National Islands Plan / Policy Submissions

Join Us at the Scottish Rural & Islands Parliament 2023

We’re thrilled to announce that the Scottish Islands Federation is partnering with our friends at Scottish Rural Action to bring you the Scottish Rural & Islands Parliament 2023! When: 1-3 …

Environment, Climate & Energy / Policy Submissions

Draft Energy Strategy & Just Transition Plan

The consultation on the Draft Energy Strategy & Just Transition Plan has recently closed and you can read the full response from SIF here. This outlines the ambition and concern …

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Island Economies / Marine Policy / Policy Submissions

Highly Protected Marine Areas

Draft response to HPMA consultation Following a call to members for opinions and evidence regarding the Scottish Government’s Highly Protected Marine Area consultation SIF prepared a draft response to consultation questions …

Island Economies / Policy Submissions

National Strategy for Economic Transformation

SIF was invited to the presentation of the National Strategy for Economic Transformation by Kate Forbes MSP (Cabinet Secretary for Finance & Economy) on Tuesday 1st March. The Strategy sets …

Policy Submissions

Scottish Fire & Rescue Service – Long-term Vision Consultation

In general terms we fully support the vision, the strategic intents, and the priorities. Our concern is around the extent to which the situation on the ground in island communities …

Policy Submissions

ICIA – Free Bus Travel for Young People Under 22

To many young islanders, the cost of the ferry journey (or plane) is the main barrier to participation and access, and the plan, as it currently stands, introduces a further …

Policy Submissions

Heat in Buildings Strategy – Skills Requirements

If the situation in islands is recognised within the proposals, we believe there is a good opportunity within the sector to grow good, skilled jobs and career paths, contributing to …

Policy Submissions

Welfare of Animals During Transport

High standards of animal welfare are a USP of small scale, low impact crofting and farming in islands but by default, due to remote geography, transport restraints and limited accessibility …

Policy Submissions / Transport

Consultation on free bus travel for under 19s

The Scottish Government recently conducted a consultation on providing free bus travel for under 19’s. We welcomed this proposal and requested it be extended to cover free ferry travel for …

Digital Connectivity / Policy Submissions

Digital Strategy for Scotland

Good digital connectivity is pivotal to the sustainability and ambition of island and remote communities and yet obstacles continue to frustrate inclusive progress. Different solutions and alternative technologies are required …

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