You may have noticed that the name of the Bill has slightly changed from its original, Ecocide (Prevention) (Scotland) Bill.
As this legislation focuses on making ecocide a crime, prevention is inherent and does not need to be included in its name. There may still be references to the older title, where appropriate, on some pages on this website.
As this legislation focuses on making ecocide a crime, prevention is inherent and does not need to be included in its name. There may still be references to the older title, where appropriate, on some pages on this website.
Scotland is taking a historic step toward criminalising ecocide through the Ecocide (Scotland) Bill. This ground breaking legislation seeks to make severe environmental harm a criminal offence. If passed, individuals and corporations found guilty of ecocide could face up to 20 years in prison and unlimited fines.
The bill's proposal has gained cross-party backing and strong support from environmental campaigners, including renowned endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh, who has highlighted the devastating impact of ecocide on marine ecosystems. Scotland's initiative aligns with a growing global movement to recognise ecocide as a serious crime, joining nations like Belgium, France, and Ukraine in strengthening legal protections for the planet.
By leading the charge in the UK, Scotland is setting a precedent for environmental justice and reinforcing the urgent need for accountability in the fight against large-scale ecological destruction. This legislation, if passed, could mark a defining moment in global efforts to safeguard the natural world for future generations.
The bill's proposal has gained cross-party backing and strong support from environmental campaigners, including renowned endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh, who has highlighted the devastating impact of ecocide on marine ecosystems. Scotland's initiative aligns with a growing global movement to recognise ecocide as a serious crime, joining nations like Belgium, France, and Ukraine in strengthening legal protections for the planet.
By leading the charge in the UK, Scotland is setting a precedent for environmental justice and reinforcing the urgent need for accountability in the fight against large-scale ecological destruction. This legislation, if passed, could mark a defining moment in global efforts to safeguard the natural world for future generations.
BBC Radio 4 on Ecocide (Scotland) Bill's Publishment
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