Scientific Advisory Committee meeting - 15 November 2022 - 64th meeting
Agenda and relevant papers for the 64th SAC meeting
AGENDA – OPEN SESSION
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- Welcome, apologies for absence and declarations of interest 10.45
- Minutes, action points and matters arising from the meeting held on 3 March 2022 10.50
To confirm the minutes of the previous meeting, update the SAC on action points and other matters arising.
- Oral update on NatureScot Board business 11.00
Chair to update the Committee
4. Horizon scanning 11.15
(Clive Mitchell) (SAC/2022/11/01)
To agree the benefits of, and an approach to, horizon scanning.
Discussion Papers/Presentations
5. Offshore wind development - understanding the implications for seabird populations 11:35
(Erica Knott) (SAC/2022/11/02)
To consider future engagement with the Committee in this area.
6. Species prioritisation 12.00
(Mairi Cole) (SAC/2022/11/03)
To advise on next steps
7. Science and Evidence Leadership Programme - how the SAC can support the programme 12.25
(Alex Mackay) (SAC/2022/11/04)
To consider how members can be involved
Lunch 12.45
8. Information Papers 13.45
(Short papers presented for information and for SAC members' questions for clarification).
SAC/2022/11/Info01 Scottish Biodiversity Strategy – next steps (Des Thompson)
SAC/2022/11/Info02 SAC forward programme (Eileen Stuart)
SAC/2022/11/Info03 SAC subgroups update (Sarah Hutcheon)
9. AOB 14.00
End of Open Session
