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Ecocide Prevention Bill gains MSPs' support

A proposed Ecocide Prevention Bill, which aims to criminalise severe environmental destruction, has garnered sufficient cross-party support to be introduced in the Scottish Parliament next year. If enacted, Scotland would become the first UK nation to adopt such a law, which could impose penalties of up to 20 years’ imprisonment for executives responsible for significant ecological harm. Ecocide, defined as large-scale, long-term damage to ecosystems such as deforestation, oil spills, and pollution, would be categorised as the highest level of environmental crime. Monica Lennon’s consultation on the proposal received widespread support, with over 30 MSPs from all major parties endorsing it before the deadline. She clarified that the bill targets corporate executives rather than workers or middle managers, aiming to ensure accountability at the highest level. The Scottish Government has indicated it will not block the proposal, paving the way for its formal introduction in 2024.

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