Geospatial methods

Boundary provenance is part of the evidence.

Map layers should be reproducible, dated and clearly labelled.

Required metadata

  • Source institution
  • Boundary vintage / release date
  • Administrative level
  • Coordinate reference system
  • Licensing or usage conditions
  • Scenario assumptions, where applicable

Scenario geometry

Proposed boundaries must carry an explicit analytical status and should never be styled or labelled in a way that suggests they are already legally established.

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