# Countryside (Scotland) Act 1967, Introduction: Introductory text

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An Act to make provision for the better enjoyment of the Scottish countryside, for the establishment of a Countryside Commission for Scotland and for the improvement of recreational and other facilities; to extend the powers of local planning authorities as respects land in their districts; to make financial provision with respect to the matters aforesaid; and for connected purposes.
[27th October 1967]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1967/86/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/countryside-scotland-act-1967/introduction
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