National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000 facts for kids

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National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000

Act of the Scottish Parliament
Scottish Parliament
Long title	An Act of the Scottish Parliament to make provision for National Parks.
Citation	2000 asp 10
Introduced by	Sarah Boyack
Territorial extent	Scotland
Dates
Royal assent	9 August 2000
History of passage through Parliament
Text of statute as originally enacted
Revised text of statute as amended

The National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000 is a special law made by the Scottish Parliament. This law explains the main goals for National Parks in Scotland. It also describes what makes an area special enough to become a National Park.

This Act doesn't create any new parks itself. Instead, it gives the Scottish government the power to choose and set up new National Parks in the future.

What are National Parks For?

The National Parks (Scotland) Act 2000 lists four important aims for these special areas:

• Protecting Nature and History: To look after and make better the natural beauty and important historical sites in the park. This includes plants, animals, landscapes, and old buildings.
• Using Resources Wisely: To make sure that natural resources, like water or forests, are used in a way that doesn't harm them. This helps them last for a long time.
• Learning and Enjoying: To help people understand and have fun in the park. This means encouraging activities like hiking, cycling, and learning about the park's unique features.
• Helping Local Communities: To support the towns and villages inside and near the park. This means helping them grow in a way that is good for both people and the environment.