Part 1Emissions reduction targets

Supplementary

I123Advice before setting or modifying limits on use of carbon units etc.

1

The Scottish Ministers must, before laying a draft of a statutory instrument containing an order under section 21(1) or 22(1) before the Scottish Parliament, request advice from the relevant body.

2

If the order under section 21(1) or 22(1) makes provision different from that recommended by the relevant body, the Scottish Ministers must publish a statement setting out the reasons why.

3

A statement under subsection (2) may be published in such manner as the Scottish Ministers consider appropriate.