Publications

Forest Operations and Wildlife in Scottish Forests

This note summarises current wildlife species protection law in Scotland in relation to forestry operations and gives general guidance on best practice to minimise adverse effects on protected species.

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Forest planning to minimise wildfire risk in Scotland

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Forest Sector Case Study Infographic

This infographic presents the first application in the UK of the Forest Sector Guide under the Natural Capital Protocol. It aims to highlight the inter-dependence between the economy and wider social and environmental goals, demonstrating the role of woodland creation in supporting the economy through timber production as well as providing wider benefits for communities and nature.

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Forest Sector final report

This report presents the first application in the UK of the Forest Sector Guide under the Natural Capital Protocol. It aims to highlight the inter-dependence between the economy and wider social and environmental goals, demonstrating the role of woodland creation in supporting the economy through timber production as well as providing wider benefits for communities and nature.

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Forestry Appeals Process Guide Chart

This chart shows the forestry appeals process.

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Forestry Engagement and Consultation Processes

This document, updated in September 2023, sets out the engagement and consultation processes for forestry plans and proposals in Scotland.

The first section is aimed specifically at providing local communities and stakeholders with an overview of the opportunities for engagement and consultation.

The remainder of the document is aimed at all interested parties and sets out the engagement and consultation processes that should be followed for different types of forestry proposals and plans.

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