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Proposed Ecocide (Prevention) (Scotland) Bill

Monica Lennon, Central Scotland, Scottish Labour

This is a proposal for a Member’s Bill


Draft proposal

Date lodged: 07 November 2023

A proposal for a Bill to protect the environment in Scotland and deter environmental damage by introducing the crime of ecocide into Scots law.

The consultation runs from 8 November 2023 to 9 February 2024

Read about the proposed Bill in the Consultation Document  (791KB, pdf) posted 07 November 2023

The consultation closed on 9 February 2024.


Final proposal

Date lodged: 12 November 2024

A proposal for a Bill to protect the environment in Scotland and deter environmental damage by introducing the crime of ecocide into Scots law.

Read the Consultation Summary (including a link to the published responses) (571KB, pdf) posted 12 November 2024


MSPs who supported the proposal

Total supporters 51

Right to introduce Member's Bill Secured