Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Cluster (SAIC): business and regulatory impact assessment 2026
A business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) assessing the creation of an independent SAIC to drive innovation and support a sustainable, productive Scottish aquaculture sector.
Section 5: Next steps and implementation
Recommendations
The preferred option is to establish SAIC as an independent entity.
Implementation considerations/ plan
This BRIA is part of a suite of audit documentation prepared to support the decision to fund a new entity. A detailed delivery plan will be set out in the business case. Subject to final approvals of the business cases and funding arrangements including Accountable Officer processes, a new entity will be established to deliver aquaculture innovation funding from April 2026, provided via grant offer letter.
Post implementation Monitoring and review
The effectiveness of SAIC will be reviewed through performance indicators.
Contact
Email: ceu@gov.scot