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(introduced by section 7(2))
1SThe characteristics of plans and programmes, having regard, in particular to—
(a)the degree to which the plan or programme sets a framework for projects and other activities, either with regard to the location, nature, size and operating conditions or by allocating resources;
(b)the degree to which the plan or programme influences other plans and programmes including those in a hierarchy;
(c)the relevance of the plan or programme for the integration of environmental considerations in particular with a view to promoting sustainable development;
(d)environmental problems relevant to the plan or programme; and
(e)the relevance of the plan or programme for the implementation of [F1[F2assimilated] law] on the environment (for example, plans and programmes linked to waste management or water protection).
Textual Amendments
F1Words in sch. 2 para. 1(e) substituted (31.12.2020) by The Environmental Assessment (EU Exit) (Scotland) (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.S.I. 2019/178), regs. 1(2)(b), 3(6)(a); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
F2Word in sch. 2 para. 1(e) substituted (1.1.2024) by The Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Act 2023 (Consequential Amendments) (Scotland) Regulations 2023 (S.S.I. 2023/374), reg. 1(1), sch. 1 para. 5(7)
Commencement Information
I1Sch. 2 para. 1 in force at 20.2.2006 by S.S.I. 2006/19, art. 2
2SCharacteristics of the effects and of the area likely to be affected, having regard, in particular, to—
(a)the probability, duration, frequency and reversibility of the effects;
(b)the cumulative nature of the effects;
(c)the transboundary nature of the effects;
(d)the risks to human health or the environment (for example, due to accidents);
(e)the magnitude and spatial extent of the effects (geographical area and size of the population likely to be affected);
(f)the value and vulnerability of the area likely to be affected due to—
(i)special natural characteristics or cultural heritage;
(ii)exceeded environmental quality standards or limit values; or
(iii)intensive land-use; and
(g)the effects on areas or landscapes which have a recognised national F3... or international protection status.
Textual Amendments
F3Word in sch. 2 para. 2 omitted (31.12.2020) by virtue of The Environmental Assessment (EU Exit) (Scotland) (Amendment) Regulations 2019 (S.S.I. 2019/178), regs. 1(2)(b), 3(6)(b); 2020 c. 1, Sch. 5 para. 1(1)
Commencement Information
I2Sch. 2 para. 2 in force at 20.2.2006 by S.S.I. 2006/19, art. 2
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