Scotland Environmental Legislation
Current legislation
Future legislation
| Legislation | Consultation closing date | Date expected to come into force |
|---|---|---|
| Deposit and Return Scheme for Scotland | N/A | Implementation date delayed until at least October 2027 |
| The Scottish Landfill Tax (Administration) Amendment Regulations 2026. | N/A | 01 April 2026 |
| The Environmental Authorisations (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2026 | N/A | 26 March 2026 |
| The Water Environment (Shellfish Water Protected Areas: Designation) (Scotland) Order 2026 | N/A | 19 March 2026 |
| The Hydrolysis (Scotland) Regulations 2026 | N/A | 02 March 2026 |
| The Environmental Protection (Wet Wipes Containing Plastic) (Scotland) Regulations 2026 | N/A | 11 August 2027 |