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RCAHMS Annual Report 2015

The 2015 RCAHMS annual report, including a report by commissioners, governors' report, and financial statements.

Consultation Report: Iona I

"Consultation Report: Iona I" is a consultation was undertaken by Historic Environment Scotland in its role as advisor to Marine Scotland on marine historic environment issues.

Haddon Rig Research Report

Inventory of Historic Battlefields research and study report

Litter Prevention Action Plan

Find out how we're supporting Scotland's national litter strategy, which recognises the social, environmental and economic benefits of a cleaner, greener Scotland.

Communities and Planning: Additional Information

Useful links to information on getting your voice heard in both the community and spatial planning systems.

Annual Report 2020-21

A report on our activities and finances for the financial year to 31 March 2021.

Waste and Resources Plan

Our vision for managing waste and resources and the actions we will take to meet our waste and climate targets.

VAT on Listed Buildings Report

A report into how much a VAT rebate scheme for listed buildings in Scotland would cost.

The third HES Annual Report covers the financial year 2017-18. It highlights the increasing value of heritage to Scotland’s economy and our significant contribution to education, skills and training, community development and more.

Leith Listings Report

A case study by Leith Creative about their Leith Listings project.

Grants Funding Reports

Quantitative report on HES grant funding in the financial year 2025-26

Skills Investment Plan (SIP) for Scotland's Historic Environment

This five year plan presents a collaborative approach to skills planning for the Historic Environment sector in Scotland by identifying priorities for action to support the sector and its workforce