Reading Time: 4 minutesLooks at the framework which governs emissions from wood burning stoves, and smoke control areas.
Tag: FAQs
Marches and parades – frequently asked questions
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis blog looks at the current regulations surrounding public processions.
Does your face fit?
Reading Time: 4 minutesThis post looks at the need to balance the use of biometrics in tackling crime whilst also protecting the privacy and human rights of individuals.
Food, glorious food (Nation)
Reading Time: 4 minutesAn update on the Good Food Nation ambitions for Scotland
Not just for Christmas – puppy sales and responsible breeding
Reading Time: 4 minutesScotland is a nation of dog-lovers. Although there is no official data, the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association estimates there are 653,000 dogs in Scotland, with
SPICe FAQ – Can the Scottish Parliament ban palm oil?
Reading Time: 4 minutesOver the past year, SPICe has received enquiries from Members on behalf of constituents concerned over the environmental impact of palm oil, including “what can
Clinical Waste
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn recent weeks there has been considerable Scottish press coverage on clinical waste services, and particularly the company Healthcare Environmental Services (HES). The Scottish Government
SPICe FAQ – nuisance phone calls
Reading Time: 3 minutesSPICe frequently receives enquiries about who regulates nuisance calls and how to reduce them. Nuisance calls are unwanted phone calls that attempt to promote a
Scottish Wildcats
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis blog takes a brief look at what is happening in the world of wildcat conservation, and at the re-introduction of other species with widespread
Medicinal cannabis FAQs
Reading Time: 4 minutesRecently, there has been a number of high-profile cases and much media coverage of children with epilepsy gaining access to cannabis-based products for their condition.