Scottish Countryside Alliance Election Manifesto 2026 Question Title * 1. What do you see as the biggest challenges currently facing rural communities in Scotland? Question Title * 2. Which of the following rural issues most concern you? Please select your top three. Land management and land use Rural economy and jobs Rural transport and infrastructure Food, farming, and fishing policy Wildlife management and conservation Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. Do you feel the current Scottish Government understands and represents the needs of rural Scotland? Yes No Please explain your answer. Question Title * 4. On a scale of 1 (low) to 10 (high), how important is it that rural voices are represented in national decision-making? 0 10 Clear i We adjusted the number you entered based on the slider’s scale. Question Title * 5. What positive opportunities do you see for rural Scotland over the next 5–10 years that the next government should support? Question Title * 6. What threats do you see rural Scotland facing over the next 5-10 years that the next government needs to plan for? Question Title * 7. Is there a particular local issue or example from your community that you think should be highlighted in our manifesto? Question Title * 8. What do you think the next Scottish Government could do to support rural businesses and enhance the rural economy in your local area? Question Title * 9. What do you think needs to be done by the next Scottish Government to retain a thriving population of young people and families in rural areas? Question Title * 10. What should the next Scottish Government focus on to help enhance, manage, and protect Scotland’s diverse landscapes? Question Title * 11. If you could ask the Scottish Government to do one thing for your community what would that be? Next