A nature-rich future for Scotland
These are part of what makes Scotland special and are among the country's greatest assets.
These are part of what makes Scotland special and are among the country's greatest assets.
In Scotland, you can enjoy the outdoors on most land and inland water - as long as you act responsibly and follow the Scottish Outdoor Access Code (SOAC).
Find out more about SOAC.
A consultation has now been launched on the permanent designation of Red Rocks and Longay MPA in the Inner Sound of Skye. An urgent MPA was declared in 2021 following reports of numerous skate eggs in the area. The consultation will run for 12 weeks from February 1st 2022.
Find out more about the consultation.