Remit (revised 2016)
The Scottish Strategic Archaeology Committee was formed in 2013 following a review of the Archaeology function at Historic Scotland.
The Scottish Strategic Archaeology Committee (SSAC) will be an informal group, representing key partners / interests, to help with the development and delivery of Scotland’s Archaeology Strategy.
Aims
The aims of the SSAC are to:
- Help create, promote and deliver Scotland’s Archaeology Strategy
- Offer advice and guidance to the Archaeology Team within Historic Environment Scotland
- Represent key areas of expertise in the sector
Objectives
Key areas to be supported by the Committee include:
- Development and promotion of Scotland’s Archaeology Strategy
- Development of a regularly updated implementation plan
- Oversight of delivery
- Discussion of timescales, funding and priorities for areas to be addressed
Governance
The Group will consider its progress against its remit and report to the Chief Executive of HES on an annual basis, recognising HES’s lead role in the delivery of Our Place in Time. It will liaise with the relevant groups of Going Further as necessary.