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Stage 1 Report on the Islands (Scotland) Bill
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Published: Monday 22 Jan 2018 (RECS052018R2)
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Overview
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Summary of recommendations
Introduction
Background
Purpose of the Bill
Definition of island and island community
National Islands Plan
Priority areas
Strategy and focus
Community capacity and resources
Measurement and outcomes
Consultation
Timing and review
Island impact assessments ('island-proofing')
Guidance, process and consultation
Private sector
Island local authorities and local authorities which have islands
Evidence base for decision making
Reviews, appeals and enforcement
Retrospective island impact assessments
Na h-Eileanan an Iar - Scottish parliamentary constituency boundary
Local government electoral wards for inhabited islands
Marine licensing power
Local authority views
Interaction with existing legislation
Dual licensing
Consultation and community input
12 nautical miles limit
Jurisdiction of port authorities
Definition of inhabited island for marine area licence
Proposals for extensions to provisions
Human Rights and Equalities
Equalities issues
Human Rights issues
Finance
Remote and rural mainland areas
Conclusion
Annex A: Consideration by other Committees
Annex B: Extract of minutes
Annex C: Written evidence
Annex D: Engagement Visits and Events
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Image: Introduction
Image: Committee Engagement Infographic
Image: Scotland's islands
Image: Purpose of the Bill
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Image: Priority areas
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Image: Jurisdiction of port authorities
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