FOI Request - Swan Mitigation Measures

Request 101003964463

I am writing regarding the mitigation measures referenced in your recent publication about works affecting pond areas and swan nesting.

Specifically, I would like to request the following:

1. A copy of the full swan protection plan produced by the ecologists advising Moray Council.

2. Details of the ecological assessment(s) carried out prior to the decision to install mitigation measures.

3. Information on the decision-making process that led to preventing swan nesting on the pond islands.

4. Any correspondence (including emails, reports, or meeting minutes) between Moray Council and ecological advisors relating to these measures.

5. Details of any licenses, permits, or approvals obtained in relation to wildlife protection or disturbance.

6. Information on how the effectiveness of these mitigation measures will be monitored and assessed.

7. Any risk assessments carried out regarding impacts on swans and other wildlife.

8. If any of this information is already publicly available, I would appreciate it if you could direct me to the relevant webpage or document.