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We asked the Minister to explain what the Scottish Government's 'Young Person's Guarantee' would mean for Lochaber Chamber of Commerce members and what the potential impact was believed to be across the Highlands. We also discussed the Scottish Government's key priorities for developing the local workforce including pl... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 617 |
We shared our newly developed policy positions to support stronger international development outcomes out of Scotland for the next parliament. Specifcially we asked if she supports our asks for the next Scottish Government. These asks included tackling poverty and ensuring that promoting equality and solidarity with th... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 618 |
To discuss current issues of concern to the Church of Scotland in particular: To call for Scotland to be a Net Zero carbon emissions nation by 2050 and ask the First Minister to bring this about within the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill currently in the Scottish Parliament. To emphasise th... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 619 |
A follow-up meeting with the Member to discuss the Just Transition further. We discussed the need for an offshore oil and gas training passport to allow workers to move freely between offshore and onshore energy sectors and discussed with the Member his role in the Local Government Housing and Planning Committee and ho... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 620 |
As part of an introductory meeting with the Member in her new role as an MSP we discussed her priorities for this session of parliament. We also discussed Quaker priorities around the climate crisis particularly a move away from funding fossil fuel companies and the creation of loss and damage finance for developing co... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 621 |
As part of an introductory meeting with the Member in her new role as an MSP we discussed her priorities for this session of parliament which were young people and children's rights and animal welfare. I informed the Member of Quaker's concerns around the climate crisis particularly a move away from funding fossil fuel... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 622 |
During this hosting of the Scottish Labour Party leadership team our staff used the opportunity to discuss climate change and renewables and promote and demonstrate the importance of wind and other renewable technology in Net Zero but also from an economic and jobs creation perspective. We highlighted the role that Gre... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 623 |
To meet with the Member as part of her role as newly-appointed Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Environment Climate Change and Land Reform and outline our position on issues relevant to the Environment Climate Change and Land Reform portfolio including Regional Land Use Partnerships and agricultural policy tools to assist ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 624 |
The discussion was an introduction to Friends of the Earth Scotland and covered the span of our work. Priority focus was on the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill and we set out the rationale behind the 'fair shares' approach which has informed our favoured emissions reductions targets. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 625 |
We rasied the need for Scotland to show leadership by having a strong Climate Change Bill and to have a Net Zero emission target in legislation highlighting the pressing need for those people and communities whom did least to cause climate change are in fact the same people facing its worst negative effects. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 626 |
Martin Kennedy underlined the commitment of members to sustainably produce food help to tackle climate change and enhance biodiversity. He highlighted the need for farmers to be enabled to stitch in woodland alongside food production. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 627 |
We discussed future agricultural policy the impact of high energy costs on farm businesses and the commitment of our members to produce food sustainably help to tackle climate change and enhance biodiversity. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 628 |
We provided an update for the Member on our recent activities including reports on skills and climate change. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 629 |
We discussed future funding and the importance of the consideration of food production tackling climate change and enhancing biodiversity. We also highlighted work underway by farmers to enhance biodiversity. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 630 |
We highlighted the changes that are being made by farmers to help tackle climate change on a local farm. We underlined the need for enabling policy and future funding that supports farmers to continue to innovate and invest to reduce carbon emissions increase carbon sequestration enhance biodiversity and use more renew... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 631 |
We highlighted the changes that are being made by farmers to help tackle climate change on a local farm. We also underlined to the Member the need for enabling policy and future funding that supports farmers to continue to innovate and invest in reducing carbon emissions increase carbon sequestration enhance biodiversi... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 632 |
We highlighted the changes that are being made by farmers to help tackle climate change on a local farm in their region. We underlined the need for enabling policy and future funding that supports farmers to continue to innovate and invest in reducing carbon emissions increase carbon sequestration and move to use more ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 633 |
To discuss issues around social housing. We discussed retrofitting zero carbon heating systems and financing issues surrounding loans and funding to the social housing sector. | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 634 |
We highlighted concerns in relation to the cumulative impact of trade deals on the agricultural sector. We underlined the work underway by farmers to help tackle climate change and urged for action in relation to flytipping given the negative impact it has on farm businesses. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 635 |
To discuss amendments to the Climate Change (Emissions Reductions Targets) (Scotland) Bill. In particular amendments were discussed to change the headline targets in the Bill improve reporting of the emissions impacts of spending introduce a new climate change plan and introduce greater procedures when targets are miss... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 636 |
To discuss the Transport (Scotland) Bill and stress our views that workplace parking levies should adopt a national model as outlined in the Bill for Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill. We also provided an update on upcoming research on migrant entrepreneurship highlighting that migrant entrep... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 637 |
The discussion was focused on the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill going through the Scottish Parliament. This included the ambition of the emission reduction targets and the policies needed to deliver them - including within agriculture home energy efficiency. We also discussed the connecti... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 638 |
Introductory Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) meeting with new Special Adviser with responsibility for climate change. Particular focus on the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill currently going through Parliament - with lobbying in support of SCCS' public policy positions on this Bill. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 639 |
Confirmed Scottish Land & Estate's position on the Climate Change (Scotland) Bill. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 640 |
We asked the Member a follow up question about skills and the transferability of skills in the oil and gas industry to the renewables industry. We also had discussion on energy policy in Scotland. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 641 |
We provided the Special Adviser with correspondence to the First Minister from Stop Climate Chaos Scotland in relation to proposals for a climate convention and discussed the opportunities it would offer. We also provided a briefing on our work and current priorities including ideas for Programme for Government the Cli... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 642 |
SLE outlined our position on the role of land managers in tackling climate change that they will have a major role in helping the government meet its targets. We also discussed potential new legislation on wildlife management and shared our view that any proposed licencing scheme for the operation of grouse moors must ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 643 |
To discuss topics in relation to the relationship between civil society and government around international development Scottish Labour's policies on international development and climate and gender justice and the impact of Brexit on the international development sector in Scotland. Specifically we asked the Member ab... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 644 |
To provide information about the construction progress of the European Offshore Wind Deployment Centre and our views on technical innovation in the offshore wind sector what this could mean for the development of the offshore wind sector in Scotland and how this can contribute towards meeting the ambitions of the Scott... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 645 |
Meeting to discuss the Crown Estate Scotland Bill and the National Trust for Scotland submission highlighting where we see it can be strengthened such as around sustainable development and protecting heritage assets. Also discussed was the ongoing review of the environmental impacts of the aquaculture industry by the E... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 646 |
We discussed current Scottish Government housing policy including targets for housing construction upcoming measures on zero-emission heat sources and energy- and heat-efficiency standards as well as ongoing economic issues affecting the housing and construction industry. There was also a discussion about the scrutiny ... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 647 |
Discussion regarding the general views of small businesses in relation to climate change policy. In addition to the original request Federation of Small Businesses highlighted concerns and recommendations regarding the forthcoming introduction of Low Emission Zones in Scotland; including the importance of a phased appr... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 648 |
To discuss with the Special Adviser the recent pause announced by Crown Estate Scotland to review the ScotWind Leasing process. We advanced our views on this matter that any continued disruption to Scotland's offshore wind sector risks the loss of billions of pounds of long-term investment and our vital 2045 climate ch... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 649 |
To outline our asks for the Planning (Scotland) Bill Stage 3 amendments and our view that equal rights of appeal is essential for a fairer planning system. We informed the Member about the Fight for Scotland's Nature campaign and why we believe Scotland needs an Environment Act. More information here https://www.fightf... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 650 |
The meeting included discussions onwhat can be done around the delayed Scottish Government enviornmental principles and governance consultation for example whether the Member could ask parliamentary questions or write to the Cabinet Secretary. Additionally there was a short discussion about the current Climate Change (... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 651 |
We met with the Member to discuss projects within their electoral region such as onshore wind in South Scotland; low carbon assessments introduced into Scotland's planning system; introduction of a rural heat decarbonisation fund; and community energy schemes and suggested recommendations we make to the Scottish Govern... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 652 |
We met with the Member to discuss projects within their electoral region such as more green jobs for communities; onshore wind; low carbon assessments introduced into Scotland's planning system renewable heating and new building projects being heated by renewable sources and suggested recommendations we make to the Sco... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 653 |
To discuss the Members work on the Local Government Housing and Planning Committee (LGHP Committee) and to discuss the upcoming NPF4 reform and our positions on this. These can be found at our submission to the LGHP Committee here: https://www.scottishrenewables.com/publications/986-final-response-call-for-views-on-the... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 654 |
We discussed new statutory targets to reduce fuel poverty and carbon emissions the actions required to achieve these targets and implications for the forthcoming budget for 2020/2021. We spoke about the need for a significant increase in investment from Scottish Government to ensure that all homes as far as practically... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 655 |
Raised importance of maintaining competitiveness for the oil and gas industry to achieve its potential. Urged Finance Secretary to use levers at his disposal to support this competitiveness: - personal taxation - business taxation (specific focus on Non Domestic Rates) - digital connectivity and - physical connectivity... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 656 |
We discussed our key strategic priorities and upcoming activities. We highlighted the education and training we provide surrounding climate change and our upcoming report on Scotland's local environmental quality: 'Time for a new approach to tackling litter'. We offered the Member sight of the report in advance of its ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 657 |
We explained the importance of using this Budget to make progress towards the Scottish Government's new climate change targets. We highlighted the potential that Scotland's land management sector holds for contributing to meeting these new targets and encouraged the Cabinet Secretary to provide additional funding for l... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 658 |
To update the First Minister on business priorities for the ongoing Brexit negotiations and the proposed post-Brexit immigration system for Scotland and the UK. A specific discussion was had on the forthcoming COP27 Summit in Glasgow and the importance of showing Scottish leadership on climate change and showcasing the... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 659 |
To discuss WWF Scotland's recommendations for how the Scottish Government might put climate change at the heart of the Programme for Government. Also discussed a heat-pump sector deal to drive decarbonisation of heating; an accelerated energy efficiency programme and revised building standards; regional land use framew... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 660 |
To outline the key concerns of National Farmers Union Scotland regarding Brexit namely - future trade arrangements future agricultural policy and funding for the sector and immigration. Also discussed the monitoring of carbon emissions from cattle in the context of Scottish Government's Climate Change (Emissions Reduct... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 661 |
To highlight the challenges of reaching the Scottish Government's 2032 (Climate Change Plan) and discuss what can be done to remove these obstacles. As well as discuss challenges around encouraging increased consumer demand such as incentives and infrastructure. To offer Nissan's support on any future enquiry that the ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 662 |
Introductory meeting to discuss BP's ambitions to reach Net Zero emissions by 2050, supporting the Government's green agenda and COP27 | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 663 |
To discuss the wild salmon crisis and some of the work being undertaken by Fisheries Management Scotland. We discussed the delivery of the Wild Salmon Strategy our work on Nature Finance and regulation of finfish farming. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 664 |
We discussed potential approval of new Rosebank oil field. We discussed the process to develop the new Climate Change Plan and Stop Climate Chaos Scotland's (SCCS's) engagement with officials on this. We also discussed our response to recent Just Transition discussion papers. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 665 |
We spoke to the Member about agri tourism and the possible impact of the new short-term let legislation on farm diversification. We discussed future funding and underlined the importance of a holistic approach to food production enhancing biodiversity and tackling climate change. Labour and processing shortages and iss... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 666 |
To discuss the Climate Change (Scotland) Bill and Stage 3 Amendments including an ask for higher ambition on the 2030 target; the upcoming Scottish Budget and need for it to be a climate and nature emergency budget; and to discuss next steps for climate policy including the forthcoming Climate Change Plan. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 667 |
We discussed current Scottish Government housing policy including targets for housing construction upcoming measures on zero-emission heat sources and energy- and heat-efficiency standards as well as ongoing economic issues affecting the housing and construction industry. We also discussed the role of NHBC within the h... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 668 |
To introduce the Cabinet Secretary to ABPI and discuss the role of the pharmaceutical industry on the pathway to a Net Zero National Health Service and ask for his support for initiatives around appropriate joint working between Industry and National Health Service Scotland. | Health, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 669 |
To discuss the Government response to COVID-19 and COP27 | Health, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 670 |
The UK-Japan Free Trade Agreement, emerging technologies and COP27 | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 671 |
To discuss economics and benefits, schedule and delivery, financeability/consumers and affordability, slot reform, climate change, airspace, surface access, borders, air passenger duty and brexit | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 672 |
To discuss the links between girls' education, gender equality and climate change | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 673 |
To discuss the environment and climate change, and their inclusion in FTAs | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 674 |
To hear the views on environment and climate change concerns from some of Caymans active young people. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 675 |
We discussed the recent consultation on the Energy Strategy and next steps; discussed work underway on forthcoming Climate Change Plan; and briefed the Member on ongoing Stop Climate Chaos Scotland policy work. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 676 |
To encourage further Scottish Government investment in the client's climate change education programme. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 677 |
We provided an introduction to our organisation and discussed our priorities for COP27 which related to Scottish Government championing the issue of loss and damage increasing climate finance and publishing a strong Climate Change Plan in 2022. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 678 |
To discuss the inclusion of a specific and increased native woodland creation target in the Scottish Government's Climate Change Plan update. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 679 |
To discuss organisational priorities of WaterAid and Stop Climate Chaos Scotland specifically around the COP27 conference and the forthcoming Climate Change Plan update. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 680 |
To outline NFU Scotland's proposals for measures to assist Scottish farmers and crofters in adapting to climate change. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 681 |
To discuss the progress of Seagreen Offshore Wind Project - which is of major importance to Scotland's climate change goals. We updated the Minister on two current problematic issues. These were land and planning obstacles locally and the ongoing blockage of Ministry of Defence radar approval. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 682 |
We discussed BP's recent submission to the Scottish Government's draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan and the importance of energy security and the skills and supply chain benefits that the oil and gas industry take with it as they transition to net zero. We shared some examples of colleagues within BP who ha... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 683 |
To discuss climate diplomacy in the run up to COP27 | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 684 |
We met with the Special Advisers to discuss the Scottish Government's progress in drafting the forthcoming Climate Change Plan and timings about when the draft Plan may be published. We also discussed how members of the Climate Emergency Response Group could feed into the development of the Plan over the next few month... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 685 |
We discussed challenges around communication of climate policies in the media and Introduced Stop Climate Chaos Scotland's Climate Manifesto with policy proposals for emission reduction and behaviour change. We discussed the Scottish Government's process to develop the next Climate Change Plan and sectors where most ac... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 686 |
This was as part of the Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) coalition to provide an introduction to and an overview of current SCCS priorities. These were: priorities for the forthcoming Climate Change Plan and financing climate action; the urgent need for no new oil and gas licences and managed wind-down as part of a j... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 687 |
We introduced the Climate Emergency Response Group (CERG) to the Cabinet Secretary. We presented the purpose of the Group emphasising its aim to inform and influence the Scottish Government's response to the climate emergency through constructive proposals outlining practical actions that the Scottish Government can ta... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 688 |
As part of an introductory meeting with the Member in his new role as an MSP we discussed his priorities for this session of parliament which largely related to his role a Conservative spokesperson for social care and mental health. I informed him of our own priorities around the climate crisis particularly a move away... | Health, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 689 |
To raise the concerns of Quakers in Scotland ahead of the 2021 elections. To discuss the four key asks in our manifesto: that political parties demonstrate they plan urgent action to tackle the climate emergency; prioritise improving the circumstances of the poor and vulnerable; incentivise agroecological farming susta... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 690 |
Briefing and discussion of UKPIA's recent publication 'Transition Transformation and Innovation' (report available at https://www.ukpia.com/media-centre/publications/). To inform the Minister how the downstream oil sector is supporting (and can continue to support) Scottish decarbonisation efforts while adding to the e... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 691 |
The meeting was an opportunity for Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) to share its positions on climate change (most specifically the forthcoming Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill) with Cabinet Secretary. Those representing SCCS argued for greater ambition in the forthcoming legislation consi... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 692 |
During the conversation reference was made to the Climate Change (Emissions Reductions Targets) (Scotland) Bill and to Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund's asks for this Bill to include a 77% emissions reduction target for 2030 and a net-zero target for 2050. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 693 |
We discussed the impact of labour shortages to the farming sector in Scotland and underlined the need for more seasonal workers. We also spoke about the Internal Market Act future funding of the farming sector and our commitment to food production tackling climate change and enhancing biodiversity. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 694 |
To provide the Member with an update on the impact of Shell's decision not to proceed with the Cambo project at this time as well as a briefing on the originally proposed development plan including discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change compatibility the role of the project in supporting the energy ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 695 |
To provide the Member with a briefing on Siccar Point Energy's proposed Cambo development including discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change compatibility the role of the project in supporting the energy transition the economic impact of the project and its contribution to UK energy security. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 696 |
We provided the Member with a briefing on our proposed Cambo development. This included discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change compatibility the role of the project in supporting the energy transition the economic impact of the project and its contribution to UK energy security. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 697 |
To provide the Cabinet Secretary with a briefing on Siccar Point Energy's proposed Cambo development including discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change compatibility the role of the project in supporting the energy transition the economic impact of the project and its contribution to UK energy securit... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 698 |
To provide the Members with a briefing on Siccar Point Energy's proposed Cambo development including discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change comparability the role of the project in supporting the energy transition the economic impact of the project and its contribution to UK energy security. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 699 |
To provide a briefing on Siccar Point Energy's proposed Cambo development including discussion of environmental mitigations and climate change compatibility the role of the project in supporting the energy transition the economic impact of the project and its contribution to UK energy security. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 700 |
To discuss with the Member the rationale for introducing an increased native woodland creation target in the Scottish Government's Climate Change Plan update. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 701 |
To inform the Cabinet Secretary of the community-based energy efficiency programmes delivered by Changeworks and to encourage the integration of community and climate change activity. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 702 |
To discuss the issues raised in the emailed briefing on reasons to oppose the UK Government NPS on Heathrow 3rd Runway including climate change constraints and new analysis on the economic cost. Also to discuss the Labour Party position announced on 20 June. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 703 |
Introductory meeting to discuss the Scottish energy industry and Ms Baillie's priorities. We discussed the Planning and Climate Changes Bills and energy efficiency in Scotland. We also discussed the independently chaired Commission for Customers in Vulnerable Circumstances and its future work in Scotland. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 704 |
Meeting to understand the BCA's role and promote UK strengths in Building Intelligence Modelling and sustainable building | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 705 |
We presented the Member with a briefing on the Respiratory Care Action Plan (RCAP) and discussed the implementation of the Plan. We discussed air quality and the work of the Scottish Parliament's Net Zero Energy and Transport Committee. We also offered the Member our health advice materials. We took a photograph with t... | Health, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 706 |
During COP27 we arranged for Global South colleagues and NGOs from Scotland to meet with the Cabinet Secretary to encourage Scotland to take further steps in promoting the Loss and Damage agenda. We asked the Cabinet Secretary to establish a short-term commission to explore fiscal measures to raise money for Loss and D... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 707 |
We introduced the Member to the work of SCIAF particularly highlighting our work on Loss and Damage. We emphasised that it would be helpful to know how the Scottish Government were seeking to influence other countries to follow suit on Loss and Damage. We also highlighted that Stop Climate Chaos Scotland (SCCS) would b... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 708 |
We discussed curlew conservation in Scotland and what we feel are the pressures on curlew populations for example changes in land use. We asked the Member to write to the Cabinet Secretary for Environment Climate Change and Land Reform to ask for support on a bid for European Union LIFE funding for a project to conserv... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 709 |
We expressed our view that the targets in the Climate Change (Emissions Reductions Targets) (Scotland) Bill needed to be stronger including the mutual 2040 target which the Scottish Green Party also support. A number of potential amendments to the Bill were also discussed - the need for sectoral targets budget alignmen... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 710 |
General discussion of Christian Aid's work in Malawi but particular mention was made of the impacts of climate change on people and communities with whom we work the impact on the Malawian economy of greater climate volatility and the need for greater urgency on this issue. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 711 |
To tell the member that WWF UK had welcomed the announcement by Claire Perry MP that the UK Government would seek the advice of the UK Committee on Climate Change on setting a net-zero target. To reiterate WWF Scotland's position that the upcoming Climate Change Bill should set a net-zero target by 2050 at the latest. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 712 |
We sought to raise the importance of nuclear energy to Scotland's current energy mix and Net Zero pathway as well as the importance of the Scottish nuclear supply chain to the Scottish economy. We explained why we believe the Scottish Government's stated opposition to new power plants and its stated intention to use de... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 713 |
We updated the Minister on our key policy concerns related to housing (including planning the ongoing skills shortage facing the sector and the need for greater local authority resourcing). We highlighted the Institute's recent virtual Retrofit Roundtable follow-up meeting and asked for the Minister to commit to sendin... | Housing, Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 714 |
We informed the Member about the bank's investment in Glasgow through the new Barclays Glasgow Campus and what this means for the local economy and job creation. We also raised our approach to sustainability particularly the bank's sustainability strategy focusing on Net Zero across operational and financed emissions. ... | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 715 |
We highlighted policy barriers to decarbonising energy supply in Scotland and the UK. We also discussed the planning system community engagement/shared ownership and grid connections. | Climate | The following text is a description of a public meeting. If the description directly and centrally relates to Health, Defence, Housing, or Climate, respond only with the relevant labels as a comma-separated list in that exact order. For multiple categories, include all applicable labels. If none apply, you are unsure, ... | 716 |
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