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This duty is currently under review and has not yet been formally signed off by the relevant professional association. The information provided is for reference only and should not be treated as final or authoritative guidance. Please verify any decisions against approved sources or seek professional advice. Updates will be published once sign-off is complete.
Simple terms explainer:
Councils must maintain and provide public access to registers of notices served under environmental and safety legislation. This includes indexing entries, making them available for inspection free of charge, and supplying copies on request. The duty ensures transparency about health, safety, and environmental risks, helping protect communities and promote accountability.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Environmental health
Duty type
Compliance
Social determinant of health
Social and community context
Emerging policy and legislation
1
Bodies with shared interest
Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)
Health and Safety Executive (HSE)
Standards and frameworks
2