# The Environmental Noise (Scotland) Regulations 2006, Regulation 18: Public participation

Extent: S

In preparing and revising action plans the competent authorities under regulations 14 and 16 shall ensure that–
(a) the public is consulted about proposals for action plans;
(b) the public is given early and effective opportunities to participate in the preparation and review of the action plans;
(c) the results of that public participation are taken into account;
(d) the public is informed of the decisions taken; and
(e) reasonable time frames are provided allowing sufficient time for each stage of public participation.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2006/465/regulation/18 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/environmental-noise-scotland-regulations-2006/regulation-18
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