Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
One land, many functions: exploring 'integrated land use'
Jul. 12 2024
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As a society we ask a lot of the land in Scotland. There are a wide range of national policy ambitions for land use, and many functions that land currently delivers. This briefing considers the multiple demands placed on Scotland's land and the growing focus on integrating land uses. It explores how a selection of Scottish and international reports refer to the idea of integrating land
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
Nuisance complaints - some frequently asked questions
Jun. 26 2024
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This briefing outlines some of the main rules which can be used to deal with nuisance complaints in Scotland. These are often connected to problems in housing or with neighbours, or with wider public health or environmental protection concerns, such as complaints linked to excess noise, smoke, fumes, light, animals, insects, vermin etc.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
Nuisance complaints - some frequently asked questions
Jun. 26 2024
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This briefing outlines some of the main rules which can be used to deal with nuisance complaints in Scotland. These are often connected to problems in housing or with neighbours, or with wider public health or environmental protection concerns, such as complaints linked to excess noise, smoke, fumes, light, animals, insects, vermin etc.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare in Scotland
Jun. 25 2024
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This briefing explores the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Scottish healthcare. The briefing explains what AI is, and provides an overview of existing policy, strategies and key stakeholders. It describes the current uses of AI in healthcare in Scotland, with examples. It also discusses the potential impacts of AI on healthcare, as well as some emerging challenges.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
Contact between grandparents and their grandchildren
Jun. 18 2024
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This briefing aims to support MSPs with constituency casework relating to contact between grandparents and their grandchildren. It explains the current law in Scotland and highlights some possible sources of support for grandparents.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
The Housing (Scotland) Bill
Jun. 06 2024
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The Housing (Scotland) Bill deals with rented, particularly private rented, accommodation and homelessness prevention. This briefing provides context and background to the development of the Bill and an overview of the Bill's provisions.
Scottish Parliamentary Research (SPICe)
Land Reform (Scotland) Bill
Jun. 05 2024
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The Land Reform (Scotland) Bill makes provisions in relation to community engagement, community right to buy, the lotting of large land holdings, and the establishment of a Land and Communities Commissioner. It also provides for changes in agricultural tenancies and small landholdings.