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I refer to your invitation below
I would be happy to attend the initial meeting of the sub group
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-----Original Message-----From Heather Jones [maiSent 08 May 2017 1802To Alban DentonWright David MorriceConnectivity Director
Charlie Bullock ~ CharlotteCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andJardine James Withers
Chief Planner Michael
Stewart Hawthorn Palmer MR (Mike)
lain Sutherland Heather JonesSubject Aquaculture ILG - Innovation Sites
Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked toconvene some further work to develop collective thinking around exploringand exploiting innovation sites to support the achievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me knowwhether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
p S (w) scottishaquaculturecom
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Palmer MR (Mike)lain SutherlandREAquaculture ILG - Innovation Sites
Hi Heather
I would like to participate in person if possible and would also offer myself to anyone else whomight wish to feed in rather than participate directly
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Heather Jones
Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive
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1mhappy to put myself forward to participate within scope of both options
Regards
David MorriceCountry DirectorEWOSCargili Aqua Nutrition
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-----Original Message-----From Heather Jones ailtoSent 08 May 2017 1802To Alban Charlie Bullock
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Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
scottishaquaculturecomConnect+Coliaborate lthttpeepurlcom8yBWvgt
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FW Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Co llaborate
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FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
FromSentTo Heather Jones -Heather
Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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-12 December 2017 1437--FW Aquaculture ILG Meeting 3 - Potential Change of Date from Monday 25thSeptember to Friday 6th OctoberISP Cab Sec letter 2 Oct 2017 19 respondents pdf Aquaculture Industry LeadershipGroup - 6 Oct 17 - Innovation Sitespdf Aquaculture ILG Agenda Meeting 3docAquaculture ILG Copy of Aquaculture Vision 2030 - Activity Tracker October2017xls
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
lain
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Gibbons J (Jeff)06 November 2017 0857Chief Planner Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) bull I Carr J (Joyce)Ritchie N (Neil) janed Anderson Anne
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
sent on behalf of Jeff Gibbons)
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Scottish Government1BNorth Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Hi Heather
I would like to participate in person if possible and would also offer myself to anyone else whomight wish to feed in rather than participate directly
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Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive
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1mhappy to put myself forward to participate within scope of both options
Regards
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Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
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From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
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Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
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lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
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Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
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Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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From Heather JonesSent Tuesday 10 October 2017 0430To Palmer MR(Mike)
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
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Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Heather Jones
Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive
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1mhappy to put myself forward to participate within scope of both options
Regards
David MorriceCountry DirectorEWOSCargili Aqua Nutrition
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Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
scottishaquaculturecomConnect+Coliaborate lthttpeepurlcom8yBWvgt
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From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
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Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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-12 December 2017 1437--FW Aquaculture ILG Meeting 3 - Potential Change of Date from Monday 25thSeptember to Friday 6th OctoberISP Cab Sec letter 2 Oct 2017 19 respondents pdf Aquaculture Industry LeadershipGroup - 6 Oct 17 - Innovation Sitespdf Aquaculture ILG Agenda Meeting 3docAquaculture ILG Copy of Aquaculture Vision 2030 - Activity Tracker October2017xls
Attachments
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
lain
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stlring University lnnovation Park Strling FIlt94NFT 01786 278322
generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
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Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Heather
1mhappy to put myself forward to participate within scope of both options
Regards
David MorriceCountry DirectorEWOSCargili Aqua Nutrition
EWOS LtdWestfieldBathgateEH48 3BP Scotland
Mobi
(please note my new e-mail address)
-----Original Message-----From Heather Jones ailtoSent 08 May 2017 1802To Alban Charlie Bullock
Wright Fergus Ewing MSP
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Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
scottishaquaculturecomConnect+Coliaborate lthttpeepurlcom8yBWvgt
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FW Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Co llaborate
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FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
FromSentTo Heather Jones -Heather
Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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-12 December 2017 1437--FW Aquaculture ILG Meeting 3 - Potential Change of Date from Monday 25thSeptember to Friday 6th OctoberISP Cab Sec letter 2 Oct 2017 19 respondents pdf Aquaculture Industry LeadershipGroup - 6 Oct 17 - Innovation Sitespdf Aquaculture ILG Agenda Meeting 3docAquaculture ILG Copy of Aquaculture Vision 2030 - Activity Tracker October2017xls
Attachments
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
lain
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Dear All
Following todays Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group I was asked to convene some furtherwork to develop collective thinking around exploring and exploiting innovation sites to support theachievement of the Vision2030 growth ambitions
Please reply to this email by noon on Friday 12 May letting me know whether you wish to
(a) participate in the sub-group in person(b) participate in the sub-group in correspondence
I will then arrange a doodle poll to fix a date for a first meeting
Best wishes and kind regards
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FW Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
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Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
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lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
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Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
Delivering industry success through research partnerships
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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FW Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
From Heather Jones bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSent 03 July 2017 0929To Charlotte Wright Elaine Jamieson Mitchell A (Alastair) Anderson Anne bullbullbullbullSubject Update on Aquaculture ILG Sub-Group on Innovation Sites
Dear All
The industry wish to consider collectively their thoughts on innovation sites ahead of a wider meeting of the ILG sub-group on innovation sites
I wanted to let you know that due to the summer holiday period it is looking unlikely that the full group willconvene before the next ILG meeting on 21 August I have let Mr Ewing know that this is the case
If you have any questions at all about the sub-groups work please call me
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
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Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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-12 December 2017 1437--FW Aquaculture ILG Meeting 3 - Potential Change of Date from Monday 25thSeptember to Friday 6th OctoberISP Cab Sec letter 2 Oct 2017 19 respondents pdf Aquaculture Industry LeadershipGroup - 6 Oct 17 - Innovation Sitespdf Aquaculture ILG Agenda Meeting 3docAquaculture ILG Copy of Aquaculture Vision 2030 - Activity Tracker October2017xls
Attachments
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
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Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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From Heather JonesSent 04 October 2017 1747To Black G (Graham)Cc Palmer MR (Mike)Subject RE Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Hello Graham
Yes I am sure a meeting would be a good next step I wonder also if we can agree at the ILG on Friday to set up ajoint implementation team and agree an implementation timetable before the next ILG meeting
With kind regards
Heather
FromSentTo Heather Jones -Heather
Many thanks for this - and sorry we are sometimes difficult to track down
Really interesting paper and Mikes team is now looking at the implications and how we cansupport the approach Maybe a meeting of us all would be a good step
Graham
From Heather Jones [bullbullbullbullbullSent 02 October 2011 1037To Black G (Graham) Palmer MR (Mike)Subject FW Innovation Sites Sub-group Output
Dear Mike and Graham
Please see a letter sent to Fergus Ewing today as the output of the discussions held by the industry sub-grouparound innovation sites As this is on the agenda for Fridays Industry Leadership Group meeting with the CabinetSecretary if you would like to discuss any aspect of this before then please do not hesitate to get in touch (I triedyou both by phone on Friday and today)
With kind regards
Heather
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
lain
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stlring University lnnovation Park Strling FIlt94NFT 01786 278322
generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Subject Innovation Sites Su
Dear Fergus
Please see attached a letter on behalf of 19 members of the Scottish aquaculture industry in relation to proposals toestablish innovation sites in Scotland We look forward to giving you a verbal update on the groups considerationsat the Industry Leadership Group meeting on Friday 6 October
With kind regards
Heather
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-12 December 2017 1437--FW Aquaculture ILG Meeting 3 - Potential Change of Date from Monday 25thSeptember to Friday 6th OctoberISP Cab Sec letter 2 Oct 2017 19 respondents pdf Aquaculture Industry LeadershipGroup - 6 Oct 17 - Innovation Sitespdf Aquaculture ILG Agenda Meeting 3docAquaculture ILG Copy of Aquaculture Vision 2030 - Activity Tracker October2017xls
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
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ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
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Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
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We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
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Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
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Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
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Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Good evening
One final email before tomorrows ILG meeting with some updated material (agenda and tracker document)together with copies of recent correspondence on the subject of Innovation Sites
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scior House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stlring University lnnovation Park Strling FIlt94NFT 01786 278322
generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
lain Sutherland (Secretary)
ApologiesAlban Denton David Morrice GrahamBlack Michael Tait Terry AHearn
Meeting 3 Agenda
Ministerial Lead - Fergus Ewing MSPCo-Chair Jim Gallagher (JG)Co-Chair-Stewart Graham (SG)Alastair Mitchell (AM) Anne Anderson(AA) Bill Ellis (BE) Cathy Tilbrook(CT) Charlie Bullock (CB) CharlotteWright (CW) Heather Jones (HJ)JM(John McNairney) James Withers(JW) Mike Palmer (MP) ScottLandsburgh (SL) Stewart Hawthorn(SH)
1 Introductions amp TeaCoffee11 Approval of Minutes from last meeting12 Review of Outstanding Actions13 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR report14 Briefing from JG amp SL to Mr Ewing of Consenting
Procedures in Norway
All - 1200 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1205SG- 1205 - 1235MP- 1235 - 1245JG - 1245 - 1300
Break for lunch 1300 -1330
2 Progressing Strategic Lead Recommendations
21 The Role of Marine Scotland ( Ree 5 p9) MP- 1330 - 1345
22 Development of Innovation Sites in Scotland HJ- 1345 - 1400(Ree 11 pll)
23 Mapping Future Skills Development CW- 1400 - 1410(Ree 16 pl0)
24 Essential Investment in Infrastructure SG- 1410 - 1425(Ree 19 p15)
25 SEPA Modelling amp Collaboration (Ree 10 pll) AASL 1425-1435
3 Update on the Communications Group
31 Regular ILG Business Communications32 Long term positive PR campaign33 ILG Name Web Site etc
JW - 1435 - 1505
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Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
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We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
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Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
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To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
4 Progressing other Priority Recommendations
41 Support for the indigenous supply chain CW- 1505 - 1520including processing CRee 14 p13)
42 Export Finance CRee 18 p14) SG - 1520 - 1535
43 Marketing of Scottish Farmed SeafoodCRee 3 p8) JW - 1535 - 1545
5 Reviewing the SEPA Sector Framework SGAA
51 Developing a working group and plan to revise AA - 1545 - 1605the SEPA sector plan
SG 1605 - 16156 AOB -
IS - 1615 - 16207 Next Meeting Dates
All8 Optional working networking session
SUMMARY
ACTION
NOTES Where new action points are agreed from the current meeting agendathey will be included in the WhoWhen column in the section above Where
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Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
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We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Scottish Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group
Meeting 3 Agenda
actions are outstanding from previous meetings they will be carried forward inthe section below When actions are closed off the Date of closure should benoted in the table below in the NotesMinutes of that meeting and will thereafterbe dropped off the list
Meeting 1 ILG to review governance ILG - FebItem 1 2018Meeting 1 Update on Quick Wins of the ICR MarineItem 32 report Scotland -
0 oinMeeting 1 Briefing to Mr Ewing on operation of JG SL -
Item 32consenting procedures in Norway and Aprilin Scotland
Meeting 2 Present an introductory piece to ILG on MT -finance for Scottish aquaculture August
Item 6
Meeting 2 Present to the ILG on state of the CB -market and customerconsumer August
Item 6 perceptions of Scottish farmed salmon
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
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We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
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Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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From Heather JonesSent Tuesday 10 October 2017 0430To Palmer MR(Mike)
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Fergus Ewing MSPCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and ConnectivityThe Scottish GovernmentSt Andrews House Regent RoadEdinburghEH13DG
2 October 2017
Dear Fergus
At the May 2017 meeting of the aquaculture Industry Leadership Group (ILG) you proposed aworking group on the Vision 2030 recommendation on introducing Innovation Sites and askedSAICto facilitate that happening This letter is signed by 17 members of the industry the SSPOandSAICand is submitted on their collective behalf
In response the industry has quickly come together to form a group comprising both producersand suppliers and to frame proposals The aim is to design a regulatory and licensing frameworkfor Innovation Sites that would progress the Scottish Governments and industrys aspiration forsustainable and balanced growth across the sector
The aquaculture industry in Scotland is already investing substantially in innovation - developinginnovative technologies and processes that could increase productivity and improveenvironmental and fish health management However progress on and deployment of suchdevelopments requires an enabling regulatory framework
The working groups discussions have highlighted that there are models for such approaches inother leading aquaculture nations - in particular Norways licensing schemes for RampD andinnovation - that Scotland could adapt or tailor Below we summarise our proposals for anInnovation Sites framework in Scotland which we see as a basis for future discussions withpolicymakers and regulators
1 Green development licencesIn 2013 Norway created a system of green licences (alongside its existing system of commercialand RampD licences) with the primary aim to stimulate the use of new technology for commercialuse
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We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
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generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
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Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
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Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
We believe an equivalent mechanism could be designed for the Scottish regulatory andcommercial context with companies able to apply for a green development licence at an existingsite or at new sites allowing them to trial innovative technologies products and processes toassessenvironmental efficiency and productivity benefits As in Norway a deploy and monitorapproach could be used This approach should respect natural heritage designations and beaccompanied by a greater degree of modelling prediction and environmental monitoring in orderto safeguard the environment
2 Consenting framework for sites with higher biomass21 Current consenting practice in Scotland effectively precludes producers from gaining consentfor farms above 2500 tonnes maximum allowed standing biomass We believe this limit to bearbitrary and that it should be lifted based on advanced modelling and sound science22 In addition Norways system of 3-6 licences being combined at specific farms (withconsolidated biomass of typically 2340-4680 tonnes) could be adapted to Scotland allowingproducers to use a rotational strategy for farming and leaving fallow a suite of sites to boostproductivity and enhance environmental and fish health performance Such a mechanism could beintroduced at specific existing and new sites or in specific area management zones with a systemof deploy and monitor We believe that having fewer larger sites would improve lice controlthrough less connectivity and the potential to use more consolidated lice control techniques23 Enhanced monitoring of these trial measures would offer regulators confidence that the newregime was not providing lower environmental management than the current regime
3 Licences for new high-energy and exposed sitesWe understand stakeholders interest in farming at exposed and high-energy sites The emergingdevelopments in Norway around this are exciting and we see scope for an Innovation Siteframework to include licences for higher biomass for such sites (with assimilative capacity of sitesin exposed locations substantially above the current 2500 tonnes limit) However the investmenttesting and skills development needed to create such sites in Scotland are substantial and notaffordable at the current scale of Scottish operations to see them as the principal solution forproductivity growth risks stifling the other technological and regulatory innovation that is requiredto raise production by 2020 and 2030 We therefore believe these novel and radical platformtechnologies should be viewed as a potential medium-term solution in Scotland allowing theindustry here to monitor ongoing progress overseas
4 SEPAproposals on Depositional Zone Regulation (DZR)During the working group discussions concerns were raised about the proposed DZRregime (onwhich SEPAis currently running a consultation and to which individual members of the group willsend detailed responses before its close on 30 September 2017) The industry does not believethis regime will deliver sustainable growth in Scotland and is concerned it has potential to hamperinnovation and development as it is currently presented We do however recognise the need toadjust the regulatory regime The variety of farms and locations in Scotland means that one sizedoes not fit all The introduction of a flexible approach to development whilst ensuring thehighest levels of environmental performance should be the key to developing farms in the mostappropriate locations
The group would be happy to discuss this framework with you along with our proposed 7 criteriafor evaluating licence applications (environmental performance and potential social benefiteconomic benefit support for local supply chain technical innovation regulatory innovationrequired and potential for a site to promote knowledgeskillspeople development in Scotlandsacademic base and industry) and other emerging detail around fees allocation of licences how to
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stlring University lnnovation Park Strling FIlt94NFT 01786 278322
generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
generate local community benefits from Innovation Sites and how to ensure a competitivemarketplace for larger and smaller producers
In advance of such discussions we believe our proposals have potential tobull improve environmental performance and knowledgebull promote development of technologies and practices which increase the industrys ability to
sustainably meet its 2030 targetsbull create optimum economic benefit to Scotland andbull generate local community benefits
We look forward to discussing them with you at the next meeting of the ILGand would be happyto provide further material to you or your team before that time
Yours sincerely
Colin Blair Managing Director Cooke Aquaculture
Gilpin Bradley Managing Director Wester RossSalmon
Charlie Bullock Chairman Aquascot
Paddy Campbell Managing Director BioMar Ltd
Stuart Cannon Managing Director Kames Fish Farming Ltd
Chris Copping Director Ocean Range Limited
Grant Cumming Managing Director Grieg Seafood
Alban Denton Managing Director Loch Duart
lain Forbes Director Fusion Marine
Jim Gallagher Managing Director Scottish Sea Farms Ltd
Stewart Graham Group Managing Director Gael Force Group
Ben Hadfield Managing Director Marine Harvest Scotland
Stewart Hawthorn Farming Director Dawnfresh Seafoods Ltd
Douglas Johnson Sales Director AKVA
Heather Jones Chief Executive Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre
John Marshall Technical Director Head of Animal Health Division Benchmark Animal Health
David Morrice Commercial Director Cargill
Jamie Smith Technical Executive Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
Nathan Pyne-Carter Managing Director Ace Aquatec
Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre Unit 19 Scion House Stirling University innovation Park Stirling FK9 4NFT 01786 278322
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scortishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Runaire a Chaibineit airson na h-Eaconomaidhuhuthchatl agus Comas-ceangailCabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy andConnectivityFergus Ewing BPAMSP
Scottish GovernmentRiogholtos no h-Albogovscot
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Heather JonesChief ExecutiveScottish Aquaculture Innovation CentreUnit 19Scion HouseStirling University Innovation ParkStirlingFK94NF
5 October 2017
Dear Heather
INNOVATION SITES
Thank you for your letter of 2 October 2017 signed by 17 members of the industry theSSPO and SAIC which looks to progress the discussion at the last meeting of the IndustryLeadership Group (ILG) on the potential introduction of innovation sites
As you will be aware I am very supportive of innovative solutions to enable the sector togrow sustainably while also delivering continued improving fish health and retaining aregulatory framework commensurate with maintaining adequate environmental protectionThis includes the opportunity presented by the recently closed SEPA DZR consultationwhich you highlight in your letter alongside improved modelling software as a potentialenabler for a number of developments
To that end I am greatly encouraged to see the level of enthusiasm within the sector toconsider how this might be taken forward and anticipate that your planned presentation atthe ILG will provide further opportunity for the membership to contribute Regrettably I amunable to attend that part of the agenda but will look to my officials to provide further briefingafter the meeting
I want to see where possible clear progress on these areas and have directed my officialsto engage in a proactive way I understand Mike Palmer has already been in contact to offersome early thoughts I hope tomorrow you might give considerations as to potential nextsteps and look to work with my officials as soon as possible to ensure that we can makeeven further movement before the next meeting of the AILG
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH13DGwwwgovscot
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I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scortishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Aquaculture Policy OfficerMarine Scotland - Performance and Aquaculture
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
I am copying your letter and my reply to the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment ClimateChange and Land Reform and the Minister for Local Government and Housing who havedirect interests in these matters I would also be grateful if you would circulate this exchangeto the full membership of the ILG prior to the meeting on Friday
Yours sincerely
FERGUS EWING
Taigh Naomh Anndrais Rathad Regent Dun Eideann EH13DGSt Andrews House Regent Road Edinburgh EH1 3DGwwwgovscot
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Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Aquaculture Policy OfficerMarine Scotland - Performance and Aquaculture
Scottish Government1BNorth Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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From Heather JonesSent Tuesday 10 October 2017 0430To Palmer MR(Mike)
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Gibbons J (Jeff)06 November 2017 0857Chief Planner Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) bull I Carr J (Joyce)Ritchie N (Neil) janed Anderson Anne
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Innovation Site proposals- next stepsInnovation Sites Sub-Group presentation to ILG 061017 v2pdf
Dear All
To see below Helpful background for the discussion on Thursday
Neil- with Joyce now on leave will you be attending on behalf ofEQD please
Please advise if you would prefer to diallvid con in
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area 1-8 North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 2017 1735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1 on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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RE Aquaculture Innovation Sites
Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Sarah Burnett
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Dear all thank you to those who have already responded For those who have yet to could youplease reply to Jeff Gibbons (copied above) as I am on leave after today -Marine Scotland
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Aquaculture Policy OfficerMarine Scotland - Performance and Aquaculture
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
Argyll and Bute - Realising our potential together
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Sarah Burnett
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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I am afraid I am on leave on the zo as is my colleague Richard Kerr I will see if another colleague can take partand will let you know
Also I believe Martin Holmes has retired so you would need to contact John Rosie from Shetland Islands Council -
Regards
Mark
Mark StewardMarine amp Coastal Development ManagerDevelopment PolicyPlanning Housing and Regulatory ServicesArgyll and Bute Council
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Dear all
With apologies for the short notice but I would like to organise an early teleconference with you allto discuss some emerging thinking around aquaculture innovation sites and to gauge your initialreaction This is very much high level at this stage (there are no papers) but an early discussionwould be helpful
I appreciate diaries are very busy but I wondered about availability on the morning of Friday 20October please I look forward to hearing from you
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
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On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Heather Jones bullbullbullbull10 October 2017 1230Palmer MR (Mike)Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair)Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAIC to facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope of the Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officerbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Conneet+Collaborate
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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From Heather JonesSent Tuesday 10 October 2017 0430To Palmer MR(Mike)
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbullbull t (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColiaborateDelivering industry success through research partnerships
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
- scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
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~ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre is hosted by the University of Stirling and based at Unit 19 Scion House Stirling UniversityInnovation Park Stirling FK9 4NF
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Gibbons J (Jeff)02 November 2017 0823Heather JonesPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair)t bullbullbullbullbullbullbullREInnovation sites proposals - next steps
Morning Heather
I thought it would be easier to email given current diary commitments
I have discussed with Mike who will look to Chair the discussion on the 13thbull
We will look to confirm the agenda towards the end of next week once officials have discussed We havealso booked a conference room here in VQ Please let me know if you need access to a PC or are looking tomake a powerpoint presentation so we can get that organised in good time
Our only slight concern is with respect to the potential number of attendees At present I see there ispotentially 10 from the sector which when added to by Government officials will be present somechallenges not least to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to the discussion We werethinking that around five or six sector representatives might make the meeting more productive but happy totake your view as to how that could be received We are certainly not looking to deny colleagues theopportunity to contribute but equally we are conscious the meeting needs to prepare the ground for thediscussion on 8 December as well
Grateful for your thoughts please
Regards
Jeff
J efTGibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government i Area I-B North I Victoria Quay i EH6 6QQ
From Gibbons J (Jeff)Sent 01 November 2017 1508To Heather JonesSubject RE Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Hi Heather
Just phoned but understand you are at a conference I am just about to go into another meeting but willtouch base as soon as I can
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Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Subject - AILG and next steps
Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Best wishes
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay EH6 6QQ
From Heather JonesSent 01 November 20171To Palmer MR(Mike)Cc Black G (Graham) Mitchell A (Alastair) GibbonsJ (Jeff)Subject Re Innovation sites proposals- next steps
Hello Mike
Yesthats fine I understand weve pencilled in 2-4 on Monday 13 November
Any further guidance on how youd like to run the meeting would be most welcome
Kind regards
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
(w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Mike Palmer ltMikePalmergovscotgtDate Wednesday 11 October 2017 at 1719To Heather JonesCc GrahamBlackgovscot ltGrahamBlackgovscotgtAlastairMitchellgovscotltAlastairMitchellgovscotgt JeffGibbonsgovscot ltJeffGibbonsgovscotgtSubject Re Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Thanks Heather
Jeff will arrange with you to get a date in the diary in the first half of November Well get back to you onformat and agenda once weve had some internal consultations Clearly a key question to clarify will be toidentify what innovations the sector is seeking to implement through this initiative
Mike
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From Heather JonesSent Tuesday 10 October 2017 0430To Palmer MR(Mike)
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r RIrlf r rrrhm Mitrhpll A rAIctirSubject Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre is hosted by the University of Stirling and based at Unit 19 Scion House Stirling UniversityInnovation Park Stirling FK9 4NF
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
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Stewart
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
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Hi Mike
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Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
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Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
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Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
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Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
r RIrlf r rrrhm Mitrhpll A rAIctirSubject Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Dear Mike
I wanted to follow up on the meeting of the Aquaculture Industry Leadership Group on 6 October and the intentionof the Cabinet Secretary to make rapid progress towards fulfilling the Innovation Sites concept
Mr Ewing asked SAICto facilitate a joint meeting of industry and public-sector representatives to discuss theindustrys proposals ahead of the first meeting of the Implementation Group in early December I therefore wantedto start crafting with Marine Scotland an agenda and plan for this pre-meeting The industry preference is for anafternoon half-day session in November
Clearly there is much detail to discuss in terms of the content pace and scope ofthe Innovation Sites concept and Isuggest the following agenda items would be useful
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timeline - one that would meet Mr Ewings wish for an ambitious timetable for implementationbull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
I look forward to working with you on this and to collectively making good progress
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
- scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
CfmtUlliJDelivering industry success through research partnerships
~ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
In~~vation Centres
Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre is hosted by the University of Stirling and based at Unit 19 Scion House Stirling UniversityInnovation Park Stirling FK9 4NF
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
~w) scottishaguaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
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Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
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Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
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Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
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Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
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Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
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Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
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From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
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Stewart
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Anderson Anne lt___ bullbull27 October 20171545Gibbons J (Jeff) McNairney J (John) Carr J (Joyce) Raynard R (Rob)(MARLA B) Allan C (Charles) (MARLAB) Davies I (Ian) (MARLAB)Director of Marine Scotland Mailbox Palmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) Ibullbullbull
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Jeff - struggle for both dates - but definitely cant do 16th If must will ensure SEPA are represented butwould prefer to be in the room given scale topic and expectation
Anne
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Dear All
As many of you will be aware there is an Aquaculture Innovation Site Implementation Group meeting onthe morning of Friday 8 December in Inverness (prior to the full meeting of the AILG) At this stage thedetails of group membership TOR and agenda for the meeting have yet to be determined although MarineScotland will act as the Secretariat Prior to that event we are looking to arrange a meeting of industry andpublic sector officials Dates currently under consideration are Monday 13 and Thursday 16 November Weare awaiting confirmation from the sector That meeting is likely to take half a day with a suggested agendafrom the sector to encompass
bull Proposed framework for Innovation Sites in Scotland supporting innovation by producers large and small(industry to present)
bull Options for regulatory routes forward (Marine Scotland to outline)bull Proposed timelinebull Possibilities for engagement with local communities around development of Innovation Sitesbull Composition of Implementation Group and agenda for first meeting
We will look to organise a pre-brief for officials in advance of that meeting (where we can also agreeattendance going forward) Please be advised that an invitation for this meeting will issue next week
Regards1
Jeff
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
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One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
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From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email bullbullbullbullbullbullbull w httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
--~ -~
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
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Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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ForceCJHHfP
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
- scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
CfmtUlliJDelivering industry success through research partnerships
~ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
In~~vation Centres
Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre is hosted by the University of Stirling and based at Unit 19 Scion House Stirling UniversityInnovation Park Stirling FK9 4NF
1
FromSentToCcSubject REAttendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
~w) scottishaguaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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FromSentToCcSubjectAttachments
Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email bullbullbullbullbullbullbull w httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
--~ -~
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
1
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColJaborate
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AquacultureInnovation
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
1
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
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Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Liane Allman bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull10 November 20171420Palmer MR (Mike)
Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the is
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
- scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
CfmtUlliJDelivering industry success through research partnerships
~ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
In~~vation Centres
Proud to support the winning projects of the Innovation Award at the Scottish Food amp Drink Excellence Awards 2016 andInnovative Collaboration Award at the Scottish Enterprise Life Science Awards 2016
The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre is hosted by the University of Stirling and based at Unit 19 Scion House Stirling UniversityInnovation Park Stirling FK9 4NF
1
FromSentToCcSubject REAttendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
~w) scottishaguaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
EJ1m1Z1111a1
FromSentToCcSubjectAttachments
Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email bullbullbullbullbullbullbull w httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
--~ -~
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
1
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColJaborate
()
AquacultureInnovation
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
1
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
FromSentToCcSubject REAttendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
One more For now copy
Sarah Burnett
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
~w) scottishaguaculturecom Connect+Coliaborate
From Liane AllmanSent 10 November 2017 1420To MikePalmergovscot ~CcSubject Attendees for Nov 13 - Innovation Sites Mtg
Hi Mike
Here is a list if everyone attending on the 13th
John MarshallAlison HutchinsAlban DentonGilpin BradleyStewart GrahamColin BlairPaddy CampbellCraig AndersonGrant CummingHeather JonesJamie SmithScott LandsburghJim Gallagher
Please let me know if you need anything else
Many thanks
Liane AllmanPersonal Assistant to Heather Jones - CEO
bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+Collaborate
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FromSentToCcSubjectAttachments
Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email bullbullbullbullbullbullbull w httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
--~ -~
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
1
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColJaborate
()
AquacultureInnovation
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
1
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
Gael Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness lV3 SOH
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
2
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
(euro
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
FromSentToCcSubjectAttachments
Palmer MR (Mike)10 November 2017 0932Heather Jones Mitchell A (Alastair)Gibbons J (Jeff) Ritchie N (Neil) McNairney J (JoREAgenda for Monday 13 NovemberMEETING ON INNOVATION SITESdocx
Heather
I attach the agenda for the meeting on Monday We will have your slides set up for agenda item 3
Grateful if you could circulate to industry attendees
II grateful if you could send to Charlotte
Many thanks
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email bullbullbullbullbullbullbull w httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Heather JonesSent 03 November 20171735To Mitchell A (Alastair)Cc Palmer MR (Mike) Gibbons J (Jeff)Subject Agenda for Monday 13 November
--~ -~
Hi Alastair
Hope our telephone conversation today was helpful regarding what I think the industry wish to get out of themeeting on 13 November A possible agenda could include addressing
Point 2 on slide 5 andPoint 1on slide 6
If I gain any further insights into what the industry would like to cover I will let you know We would be happy tohear your thoughts on how you would like to structure the session too
Kind regards
1
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
bullbullbullbull (w) scottishaquaculturecom Connect+ColJaborate
()
AquacultureInnovation
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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FromSentToCcSubject
Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Heather JonesChief Executive Officer
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Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
1
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
~HIE
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
Gael Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness lV3 SOH
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
FromSentToSubject
Mitchell A (Alastair)13 November 2017 0919Palmer MR (Mike) bullFW Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector Representatives
-----Original AppoiFrom Gillian Suttie n Behalf Of Charlotte WrightSent 13 NovemberTo Mitchell A (Alastair)Subject Declined Innovation Sites Proposals - meeting with Sector RepresentativesWhen 13 November 20171400-1600 (UTC+OOOO) Dublin Edinburgh Lisbon LondonWhere Conf Rooms 4amp5 VQ
Charlotte has a prior engagement this afternoon
contactnk will represent HIE and will join the meeting by phone Elaine can be
or to confirm the call details
Kind regardsGillian
Gillian SuttiePA to Charlotte Chief Executive
bullbullbull +44 (0)1463 245 245
Highlands and Islands Enterprise lornairt na Gaidhealtachd 5 nan EiieanAn lochran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
o ----------------------
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
1
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
~HIE
Highlands and Islands EnterprisehMHiHrl p4(ufknh~j)H~FJtd CkH fjh-H$
AHISTORY_T_~~e-1017-
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
This e-mail (and any tiles or other attachments transmitted with it) is intended solely for the attention of theaddressee(s) Unauthorised use disclosure storage copying or distribution of any part of this e-mail is notpermitted If you are not the intended recipient please destroy the email remove any copies from yoursystem and inform the sender immediately by returnCommunications with the Scottish Government may be monitored or recorded in order to secure theeffective operation of the system and for other lawful purposes The views or opinions contained within thise-mail may not necessarily reflect those of the Scottish Government
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
Gael Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness lV3 SOH
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Elaine Jamieson bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull13 November 2017 0917-Gillian Suttie
tREInnovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Importance High
I will be dialling into the meeting from Shetland - can you please send me dial in details
ThanksElaine
From Gillian SuttieSent 13 November 2017 0857
TCO J JeTc ame arrueson
Subject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
To confirm that Elaine Jamieson Head of Food and Drink will represent HIE on the call this afternoon
An invite has come in this morning but cant see the call details included Ive copied Elaine into this email if youcould follow up with her directly
ThanksGillian
From Gillian SuttieSent 10 November 2017 1701To bullbullbullSubject RE Innovation Sites Proposals - HIE attendee
Ill be able to confirm on Monday morning who the HIE attendee will be
They will need to dial in if conference call details can be sent over
ThanksGillian
Gillian SuttieP to Charlotte Executive
+44 (0)1463 245 245
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From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
Gael Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness lV3 SOH
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
2
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
(euro
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Highlands and Islands Enterprise i lornairt na Gaidhealtachd s nail EileanAn L6chran 10 Inverness Campus Inverness IV2 5NA
~HIE
Highlands and Islands EnterprisehMHiHrl p4(ufknh~j)H~FJtd CkH fjh-H$
AHISTORY_T_~~e-1017-
o~
From bullbullbullSent 10 NovemberTo Charlotte WrightSubject Innovation Sites Proposals
Dear Charlotte
Please find attached an agenda for the Innovation meeting on Monday at Victoria Quay from 2pm-4pm
Can I confirm that you are attending in person Teleconference facilities could be set up if you areunable to attend in person
Best RegardsbullAquaculture Policy AdvisorMarine Scotland - Performance Aquaculture and Recreational Fisheries
Web httpwwwscotlandgovuklmarinescotlandMail Scottish Government 1B North Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
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2
FromSentToSubject
Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCJHHfP
Gael Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness lV3 SOH
(]To read our full Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
2
CE
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
(euro
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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Stewart Graham lt4bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull 111bullbullbullbull gt22 November 2017 0832Palmer MR (Mike)REinnovation site meetings
Mike
On a related point we are keen that the Ces of the member organisations still participate in the AILG but as youhave a significant workstream are you happy perhaps as a standard to attend along with Graham Black
Regards
Stewart
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
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To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 2017 1800
TO~Stewart~G~ra~ham~lt~g===~~~ bullbullbullbullbullCc4ifSubject RE innovation site meetings
Yep were just getting agreement from our planning colleagues on that and other points
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 18-South I Victoria Ouay I Edinburgh EH6 600
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwww gov scotmarinescotland
From Stewart GrahamSent 21 November 2017 1To Palmer MRCcSubject
Very much appreciated Mike
Im not sure if you picked up the action discussed near the end with John McN regarding exploring the PDR aroundmodifying sites when additional capacity was allowed through Depomod 2
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGrollp Managing Director
ForceGfHHtP
Gael Force Group Ltdi36 Anderson StreetInverness IV3 SDH
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2
CE
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
(euro
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
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From MikePalmergovscot [mailtoMikePalmergovscot]Sent 21 November 20171656
To Stewart Graham ~~ bullbull iCc bullSubject RE innovation site meetings
Stewart
Well circulate the actions from last weeks meeting by the end of this week and hopefully theyllprovide a structure for the innovation discussion at AILG
Mike PalmerDeputy Director for ACRE - Aquaculture Crown Estate Recreational Fisheries EMFF andEuropemarine scotlandScottish Government I Area 1B-South I Victoria Quay I Edinburgh EH6 6QQ
email mikepalmergovscotw httpwwwgovscotlmarinescotland
From Stewart Graham [mgillQJIII bullbullbullbullSent 21 November 20171443To Palmer MR (Mike)Cc Jim Gallagher bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullbullSubject innovation site meetings
Hi Mike
3
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
Regards
Stewart
Stewart GrahamGroup Managing Director
ForceCROUP
Gae Force Group Ltd136 Anderson StreetInverness V3 SDH
To read our fuli Terms and Conditions of Sale please click here
(euro
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4
MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Reference the meeting on Monday of last week did you have a summary of actions agreed on the day I am draftingthe agenda for circulation for the next AILG meeting and obviously need to build an agenda item around ourInnovation discussionswhile the Cabinet Secretary is in the meeting
Failing that please feel free to propose a structure around the innovation discussionson the draft agenda when youget it
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MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
MEETING ON INNOVATION SITES
200PM 13 NOVEMBER 2017
CONFERENCE ROOM 12 VICTORIA QUAY EDINBURGH
AGENDA
1 Welcome and introductions
2 Purpose and objectives of the meeting
3 Proposed framework for innovation sites in Scotland (industry)
4 Regulatory aspects (Scottish Government)
5 Approach to meeting on 8 December
6 AOB
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Scottish Innovation Sites~
ScottishAquacultureInnovationCentre
Scope for Growth1 Scottish green development licences to support
innovation for growers large and small throughbull Development at existing sitesbull New sites in inshore locationsbull New sites in more exposed locationsbull New high-energy sites
2 An innovative and proportionate regulatoryframework that enables growth facilitating rapidconsents for higher biomass sites
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Fish Farming Consenting Updatebull LA planning permission under the Town and Country
Planningbull Improved PDRbull ICR quick wins amp fundamental review of current planning regime to
be commissioned
bull SEPA CAR licensing role to regulate environmentalimpactbull DZR amp new DEPOMOD opportunities
bull Crown Estate Scotland leasing of sea bed rightsbull New Crown Estate Scotland - opportunities
bull Marine Scotland FHI authorisation and marinelicensing navigational permissionbull Sea lice compliance regime IIIIII~ Scottish Government
IIII~RiaghaLtas no h-Albogovscot
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
FromSentToCcSubject
Gibbons J (Jeff)24 November 2017 1445Heather Jones (bullbullbullbullbullbullbullbull l1libullbullbullPalmer MR (Mike) Mitchell A (Alastair) _Innovation sites proposals - next steps
Afternoon Heather
Further to the meeting on l3 November please find attached a note recording the key actions from thediscussion which we will be including within the Cabinet Secretary briefing for the AILG on 8 December Iwould be grateful if you could circulate to all the industry representatives who attended please
Innovaiton -131117 -notes
With regard to the AILG I noted that agenda item 31 detailed a joint presentation from yourself and Mikesummarising to the group where the work on this recommendation had reached I understand from Mikethat his intention was to base that presentation on the action points detailed in the note from the meetingGrateful for your thoughts around handling please I note that agenda item has an hour slot
Regards
Jeff
Jeff GibbonsHead of Aquaculture Policy UnitMarine ScotlandScottish Government I Area 1-B North I Victoria Quay I EH6 6QQ
1
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
MEETING BETWEEN SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY ONINNOVATION IN AQUACULTURE 13 NOVEMBER 2017
Key actions
1 Marine Scotland will proceed to explore options for moving from the currentterrestrial-based planning system to an alternative consenting regimeTimescale 3-5 years
2 As well as pursuing the approach at (1) shorter term progress should still bemade on making improvements within the current system building on thework of the Independent Consenting Review
3 There is a shared understanding that the pre-application process withinplanning can be improved The Chief Planner will consider whatimprovements can be made
4 Marine Scotland will review the advice currently provided to local planners onthe impact of sea lice on wild salmon ids
5 Strategic engagement with the Heads of Planning in relevant local authoritiesshould be developed to help create an enabling environment for innovationThis will be progressed jointly by Marine Scotland and SG Planningcolleagues
6 The concept of an RampD site would help to deliver innovation and should bepursued on the basis of proposals from the sector
7 It would be helpful for the relevant regulatory bodies (Marine Scotland SEPASNH and VMD) to adopt a broad approach of deploy monitor and share inconsidering proposals for innovation and change within agreed parametersfor protection of the environment Scottish Government will seek to develop ajoint policy statement to that effect
8 The Chief Planner will examine the options for better reflecting the advent ofnew DEPOMOD in the planning system such as changes to PermittedDevelopment Rights for existing sites
9 At the AILG meeting on 8122017 Scottish Government and industry will lookto present Mr Ewing with an agreed way forward with regard to innovationbased on the points outlined above
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader
Councillor Aileen MortonLeader
KilmoryLochgilphead
PA318RT
Fergus Ewing MSPT325The Scottish ParliamentEH991SP
Our Ref AMI AMcN
By email to
2nd November 2017
Dear Fergus
It was good to see you again at COHI in Oban earlier this week I do hope you enjoyed yourlatest visit to Argyll and Bute - we are always happy to welcome you here given your ruraleconomy portfolio and the insight you contribute
It goes without saying that we welcome your plans to identify Scotlands first aquacultureinnovation sites and that you are keen to have input from local authorities
You will be aware that aquaculture is a key sector for Argyll and Bute and that we have anumber of sites which are very important to the industry and which are using innovativeresearch or methods Many of these have or are planning expansion programmes and havemade significant investments As your plans progress we will be keen to participate andcontribute as much as possible and look forward to opportunities to tell you more aboutaquaculture in our region
Yours sincerely
Councillor Aileen MortonCouncil leader