Summary
THE centuries-old right of Scots to roam freely could be overturned under plans drawn up by Westminster to introduce a criminal offence of trespass in Scotland.
The Home Office wants to introduce an amendment to the Serious Organised Crime and Police Bill which would make trespass on a site designated by ministers a crime north of the border.See the full content of this document
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Right to Roam in Jeopardy As London Walks Over Holyrood
The bill as it stands covers only England and Wales, but the Scottish Executive wants MSPs to back a Sewel motion on the proposed amendment, effectively allowing Westminster to legislate for Scotland on a devolved matter.
Walkers and mountaineers, as well as opposition politicians, ye...See the full content of this document
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