Question reference: S6W-14562
- Date lodged: 30 January 2023
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Current status: Answered by Mairi McAllan on 22 February 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what steps Forestry and Land Scotland has taken to support the implementation of Scotland's Beaver Strategy 2022-2045 in relation to actively expanding the beaver population into new areas.
Answer
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) is well placed to assist with the implementation of the Scottish Government policy to expand the range and size of the beaver population within Scotland over the next 10 years.
It is working closely with colleagues in Scottish Government land agencies, partners, and landowners/managers with an interest in actively expanding the beaver population into new areas within Scotland.
FLS is an active member of the newly formed Beaver Advisory Group, which has replaced the Scottish Beaver Forum.