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Programme for Government - 2008-09 - A Greener Scotland

Greener

Greener ScotlandImprove Scotland's natural and built environment and the sustainable use and enjoyment of it.

"Scotland's environment provides great opportunities to help make us a world-class economy and an international model for sustainable living. We made a good start during our first year in government in dealing with issues that required immediate attention to underpin Scotland's international standing and in beginning to restore strong sustainable rural communities and give them a fair deal."

Achievements

Achievements

  • Historic deal at annual European fisheries talks, ensuring Scotland has control over its own days at sea
  • Supporting and strengthening rural communities through the Scotland Rural Development Programme
  • Set challenging targets to achieve the vision of a zero waste society

Next Steps

Legislative priorities for 2008-09

Page updated: Thursday, December 11, 2008