Register for the Scottish Rural and Islands Parliament 2023 - Scottish Rural & Islands Parliament 2023

Get ready to take part in the Scottish Rural & Islands Parliament, taking place in Fort William from November 1st to 3rd, 2023, both in-person and online!

We’re thrilled to have you join us. To secure your spot, please complete the registration form below. If you encounter any issues while filling out the form, feel free to reach out to us at info@srip.scot or give us a call at +44 7730596842.

Let’s shape the future of rural and island Scotland together!

Your first name(required)

Your last name(required)

Your email address(required)

Your phone number(required)

Your postcode(required)

If you are attending on behalf of an organisation, please tell us the organisation's name:

Do you work, study, or volunteer in any of the following sectors? (Tick all that apply)(required)

Can you converse in any of the following languages? (Tick all that apply)(required)

English Scots Gaelic

Have you been to a Rural and Islands Parliament before?(required)

Yes No

If yes, which Rural Parliament(s) have you attended? (Tick all that apply)

Can you attend the 2023 Scottish Rural and Islands Parliament in person or online?(required)

In person Online I'm not sure yet

This is a 3 day event from Wednesday the 1st of November to Friday the 3rd of November 2023. Whilst we appreciate people have other responsibilities, we would encourage you to attend as much of this as possible. Can you attend for all 3 days?(required)

Yes No

Please indicate any mobility or disability needs we should be aware of to ensure your comfort and accessibility. For example, there may be bus travel and short walks included in some study visits. Are you a Blue Badge holder?(required)

Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or restrictions.(required)

We are holding a Rural and Islands Youth Parliament, a dedicated event for rural and island young people. This will be a parallel event to the main proceedings on Wednesday 1st November from 2pm to 6.30pm. Are you aged between 16 – 30 and interested in attending?(required)

Yes No

We have two sets of thematic sessions planned for Day 1 (Wednesday, November 1st). These sessions vary in format; some are hybrid, some are in-person only, and a few will be repeated online after November 3rd, depending on interest. If you are participating as an online delegate, please choose sessions that are either hybrid or will be repeated online later.

Set 1: Session Themes starting at 2pm (Please select up to two preferred options)(required)

National Islands Plan (hybrid on November 1st) Poverty and Resilience in Rural and Island Places (hybrid on November 1st) Village Halls and Community Spaces (in-person on November 1st, then repeated online after November 3rd) Water and Waste Water (in-person on November 1st, then repeated online after November 3rd) European Connections (hybrid on November 1st) Enterprise: Access and Progression Routes to Infinity and Beyond (in-person only)

Set 2: Session Themes starting at 4pm (Please select up to two preferred options)(required)

Democracy and Local Governance (hybrid on November 1st) Open Space – An Opportunity for All to Bring Issues and Ideas (hybrid on November 1st) Climate (in-person on November 1st, then repeated online after November 3rd) Digital Connectivity (in-person on November 1st, then repeated online after November 3rd) Childcare (in-person on November 1st, then repeated online after November 3rd) Land Use and Ownership (in-person only)

We have a range of study visits for in-person delegates on Day 2 (Thursday, 2nd November). What thematics are you most interested in? Please choose 3 only. If you are an online delegate, please click 'I am an online delegate!'(required)

On the morning of Day 3 (Friday, November 3rd), all delegates, whether participating online or in-person, will have the opportunity to engage in the concluding hybrid session. This session will feature a panel discussion followed by a collaborative workshop on how Scotland should formulate a Rural Delivery Plan. Please indicate your intention to participate in this session:(required)

I will take part in this session I will not be participating in this session I am not yet sure

Following November 3rd (dates to be confirmed), we will be hosting the following fully online sessions as part of the Scottish Rural and Islands Parliament programme. Please indicate your interest in participating. (Tick all that apply)

Emergency Services Cybersecurity

The Scottish Rural and Islands Parliament is a free event but we understand that some delegates may face barriers to attending with travel and accommodation considerations. We have some bursaries available on an application basis. Would you like to learn more and be considered?(required)

Yes No

Would you or your organisation be interested in supporting a young person to attend via financial support towards their travel and/or accommodation?(required)

Yes No Maybe

Can you please advise us whether you plan to stay in Fort William, and if so, where might you stay? Please see below for a list of accommodation providers on our website.

Lunch is provided during the days (1st, 2nd, 3rd November) with an evening gala meal on Thursday the 2nd of November. Unless you are a youth delegate, an evening meal is not provided for Wednesday the 1st of November to allow you free time to try the local cuisine! Please see below for a list of food outlets on our website. Do you have plans to book an evening meal and, if so, where?

View our lists of suggested accommodation providers, and food options!

If you answered "Other", tell us more!

View our list of travel options.

If you are travelling by car, we can set up a WhatsApp group for car sharing but it will be your responsibility to arrange lifts. Are you interested in this?

Yes No

A large part of the Scottish Rural and Islands Parliament is networking and making new connections. When you sign up to attend, your name, organisation (if applicable) and e-mail address will appear on our delegate list which allows us to facilitate this.

I’m happy for my email address to be shown.(required)

Yes No

Due to limited space, we kindly request that you inform us in advance if you are unable to attend or whether you wish to switch to become an online participant. This will allow us to offer your spot to individuals on the waiting list.

I agree with the cancellation policy.(required)

Yes No

We will be taking photographs throughout the event for our social media channels and for future publications.

I am happy for my photograph to be taken.(required)

Yes No

Scottish Rural and Island Parliament 3-4 November 2023