Summary
All Scottish Government agencies are required to have a Framework Document. Scottish Forestry are delivering – on behalf of Scottish Ministers – the powers and functions conferred on Ministers in the Forestry and Land Management (Scotland) Act 2018.
This framework document is agreed between Scottish Forestry and the Scottish Ministers. It summarises how Scottish Forestry and Scottish Government (SG) will work together, and the key roles and responsibilities of:
- the Scottish Ministers
- the Chief Executive and their Accountable Officer role at Scottish Forestry
- the Portfolio Accountable Officer within the Scottish Government whose remit includes Scottish Forestry
- the Senior Lead Officer role and responsibilities
While this document does not confer any legal powers or responsibilities, it:
- forms a key part of the accountability and governance framework
- as a live document, should be reviewed by SG and Scottish Forestry regularly, and at least every 2-3 years
Any significant changes will be agreed by the Scottish Ministers.
