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THE STATE OF SCOTLAND'S FARMED ENVIRONMENT 2005

21. ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREA SCHEME AND COUNTRYSIDE PREMIUM SCHEME

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Aims

The main objective of the CPS was to protect and enhance Scotland ’s landscape (including archaeological and historical features) and the wildlife, habitats and natural resources of the countryside. The scheme also helped contribute to the Government’s national and international conservation objectives for example on biodiversity and the protection of rare and endangered species.

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