We will look to boost Scotland’s rural economy by pressing for a fair share of the UK’s CAP convergence uplift, which comes to the UK as a result of Scotland’s low hectare rates. The Scottish Government has prioritised Scotland’s rural economy and is working to strengthen our rural and remote communities. This includes measures such as Road Equivalent Tariff,
in favour of environmental protection, e.g. fighting climate change or 'green' policies or preservation of natural resources or animal rights