154.This section inserts a new section 40D into the 1996 Act to further build on sections 40B and 40C inserted by sections 23 and 24 of this Act. The Scottish Ministers must, before preparing a plan or reviewing and updating a plan under section 40B, consider any barriers in relation to the effective operation of venison processing facilities. For example, consideration may include butcheries and community larders.
155.As part of this consideration, the Scottish Ministers must consult persons they consider represent the interests of the venison industry and anyone else they consider appropriate (subsection (2)). If appropriate, this consultation may be used to satisfy the requirement to consult set out in section 40B(4)(b)(ii) to prevent duplication of effort. SNH investigatory powers.
The Act National deer management and venison plan Section 25 – National deer management and venison plan: initial consideration of matters relating to venison