NatureScot's InformedDECISION© - Protected Areas Casework Pilot
What is InformedDECISON© and why is it being piloted for NatureScot casework?
NatureScot is working with Informed Solutions to apply new technology to our casework service. The result is a new product called InformedDECISION©. This is a fully integrated platform that brings the benefits of artificial intelligence and automation to the consultation and decision making process.
NatureScot is running a pilot testing InformedDECISION© in our National Operations South area (shown in the map), with an initial focus on delivering an improved service for statutory consultations with selected Local Planning Authorities, Scottish Forestry, selected environmental consultancies and for the SSSI consents process.
The pilot is exploring explore ways in which NatureScot’s statutory consultation process can be improved to provide a more efficient, consistent and timely service with benefits to both NatureScot and our partners.
Who should consult NatureScot using InformedDECISION© in the pilot?
- ANYONE applying to NatureScot for Site of Special Scientific Interest consent in NatureScot’s South area ONLY. NatureScot’s National Operations South area covers:
- City of Edinburgh
- Clackmannanshire
- Dumfries and Galloway
- East Lothian
- Falkirk
- Fife
- Midlothian
- Scottish Borders
- Stirling
- West Lothian
- The following Local Planning Authorities ONLY, where it is the competent authority and it is contacting NatureScot as a statutory consultee, or for its view on development pre-applications:
- Dumfries and Galloway Council
- East Lothian Council
- Falkirk Council
- Fife Council
- Scottish Borders Council
- Scottish Forestry South Scotland Conservancy for statutory forestry consultations for Dumfries & Galloway and Scottish Borders ONLY. Do not use InformedDECISION© for cases in South Ayrshire.
- Selected environmental consultancies for pre-application enquiries for proposed developments ONLY in NatureScot’s National Operations South area. Consultancies involved in the pilot have been notified by NatureScot.
How do I access InformedDECISION© for my consultation?
Please follow this link to access InformedDECISION© to make your application. Please answer the questions and provide the information requested and we will respond.
What if I am NOT in one of the categories but I still want to consult NatureScot?
Please continue to follow the standard consultation process if you are not in any of the categories detailed above.
NatureScot Operational Areas Map
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Map of Scotland showing NatureScot Operational Areas. South Scotland area shown in purple colour.
Further Information
For any enquiries please contact [email protected]
If you have any technical difficulties with InformedDECISION©, please contact Informed Solutions on [email protected].
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