sportscotland, formerly the Scottish Sports Council, is the national body for sport in Scotland. Their stated aim is to help everyone in Scotland enjoy sport's many benefits. The Scottish Sports Council was established in 1972 by royal charter. The body works in partnership with public, private and voluntary organisations. As a non-departmental public body, sportscotland also works closely with the Scottish Executive, advising Scottish Ministers and implementing Scottish Executive policy for spo… (More on Sportscotland)