Original: As an arm of government, Historic Scotland has similar functions to its counterparts in other parts of the United Kingdom: English Heritage in England (although EH is a non-departmental public body rather than part of central government, like the others) Cadw in Wales, Environment and Heritage Service in Northern Ireland.
Simplified: As an arm of government, Historic Scotland has similar functions to its counterparts in other parts of the United Kingdom: English Heritage in England Cadw in Wales, Environment and Heritage Service in Northern Ireland.