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Storm Dave brings disruptive and potentially damaging winds across Scotland, with the MET office issuing yellow and amber warnings through Saturday into Easter Sunday morning and across the weekend.  Peak gusts of 50-60 mph will be possible fairly widely, with 60-70 mph in more exposed areas. There is a slight chance of even stronger gusts of 80-90 mph in such exposed areas for a time. Please take care. and refer to our guidance on preparing for storms. We recommend woodland managers and owners read the Scottish Windblow Contingency Plan, while guidance is also available on managing storm damaged trees.

Prior Notification of Forestry Tracks/Private Ways

Last updated :25 Jun 2025

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This briefing note aims to show how different consent processes can better share information. By aligning their requirements, we can reduce duplication, streamline administration, and benefit everyone involved. This approach will support the creation of well-planned forestry private ways—like forest roads and footpaths—that follow best practices and meet planning and environmental rules

Summary

This briefing note aims to show how different consent processes can better share information. By aligning their requirements, we can reduce duplication, streamline administration, and benefit everyone involved. This approach will support the creation of well-planned forestry private ways—like forest roads and footpaths—that follow best practices and meet planning and environmental rules

Prior Notification of Forestry Tracks/Private Ways

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