#2026/164The Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 (Modifications) Resolution 2026
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This Scottish Parliament resolution, made on 24 March 2026, uses powers under section 15 of the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 to introduce targeted modifications to sections 5, 7, and 11 of the original Act. The changes will automatically come into force the day after the first dissolution of the Scottish Parliament that occurs after the resolution is made. The resolution was made following consultation with Scottish Ministers as required by section 48(1) of the 2016 Act. It is a technical statutory instrument (2026 No. 164) that adjusts the operation of Scotland’s lobbying registration and oversight regime.
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Key Changes
- Modifies section 5 of the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 concerning the definition or scope of regulated lobbying activities
- Modifies section 7 of the 2016 Act relating to information required in the lobbying register
- Modifies section 11 of the 2016 Act regarding compliance, enforcement or reporting obligations
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Obligations
What this law requires
Scottish Parliament must implement modifications to sections 5, 7, and 11 of the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 as specified in paragraphs 1 to 4 of this Resolution
Modifications to the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 shall come into force the day after the first dissolution of the Scottish Parliament that occurs after 24 March 2026
Scottish Ministers must be consulted before modifications to the Lobbying (Scotland) Act 2016 are made, in accordance with section 48(1) of the 2016 Act