Written Question · S1W-04764 · Session 1
Whether it will insert a provision in the draft National Parks (Scotland) Bill to the effect that the members of the proposed National Park…
The question
To ask the Scottish Executive whether it will insert a provision in the draft National Parks (Scotland) Bill to the effect that the members of the proposed National Parks Authority shall be elected locally and directly by the residents rather than being appointed or nominated.
The answer
We are reviewing all points raised in respect of the consultation exercise recently carried out on the draft National Parks Bill. The consultation period ended on 3 March 2000 and all points will be considered prior to the Bill being introduced to Parliament. The Bill as currently drafted requires members to have knowledge or experience relevant to the functions of the National Park authority or the National Park, but does not require direct elections.
In the Official Report
No contribution in the Official Report cites S1W-04764 by reference.