National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000

National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000

The National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000, an Act of the Scottish Parliament, sets out 4 main aims of the national parks of Scotland. It also lays out criteria for what qualifies a park for National Park status, and the process necessary to create such features. The Act in itself does not establish any new National Parks; it merely creates powers for the designation of National Parks.

Aims of national parks

Taken from the National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000:

  • "to conserve and enhance the natural and cultural heritage of the area."
  • "to promote sustainable use of the natural resources of the area."
  • "to promote understanding and enjoyment (including enjoyment in the form of recreation) of the special qualities of the area by the public."
  • "to promote sustainable economic and social development of the area's communities."

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