Information

John Swinney has been selected by the Scottish Parliament as their nominee for First Minister. He will be appointed by His Majesty the King and sworn in at the Court of Session.

Local development planning guidance

Guidance setting out the Scottish Ministers' expectations for implementing the system of local development plans - so that they deliver new-style, place-based, people-centred and delivery-focussed plans. It brings together requirements from the Act and Regulations and advice in relation to National Planning Framework 4.


Supporting documents

Local Development Planning Guidance
Back to top