This document sets out five priorities and achievable actions for climate, nature, and communities. These envisage the resourcing of evidence-based actions to meet nature targets, protection and enhancement of environmental safeguards, embedding nature-inclusive development, securing the capacity of LPAs and SNCBs to fulfill their environmental responsibilities, and establishing the foundations for effective blended nature finance.

CIEEM supports governments and decision-makers with the creation and implementation of policy by providing independent, evidence-based advice and insights from ecological practitioners. We are ready to support the design of practical, workable solutions, based on best practice, that help secure long-term benefits for the people of Scotland and our natural environment.

This document was developed by CIEEM’s Scotland Policy Group in collaboration with CIEEM’s Policy Team.