Environment

Biodiversity will benefit across Badenoch, Strathspey and beyond

Dozens lash out at ‘big energy’ and Scottish Government ‘riding roughshod over our environment and our local democracy.’

Local brigades urging more restraint after more camp fires found

A flood alert has been issued by SEPA today, with the Highlands and Moray at risk due to localised heavy rain.

The Met Office has issued a new alert for thunderstorms which could hit the Highlands and Moray today and tomorrow.

Non appearance aggravated tensions as campaigners demand Planning Inquiry Commission into projects.

Members of the public are being warned that much of the Highlands and Moray will be at “very high risk” of wildfires over the next few days.

A packed and passionate Inverness meeting was told ‘no financial compensation can ever replace what we stand to lose.’

First Minister John Swinney has been visiting tree nursery near Elgin

‘It’s not a heatwave’ says local weather guru but estates on high alert

Cairngorms National Park ranger raises alarm near Carrbridge

They’ve done their homework and will start recycling next month

‘Range of problems have left many estates with insufficient numbers’ says BASC

People living near electricity pylons could get £250 a year off their energy bills under UK Government proposals.

National Park Authority reports high desire of land managers to address issues

Yesterday, the local authority advice was to “please contact the council’s insurance team” but it has now changed its tune.

Urgent meeting sought before new restrictive Code is introduced in 2026

Storm Floris weather warnings for the Highlands have been upgraded to amber - with 80 to 90mph gusts “likely” on “exposed coasts, hills and bridges”.

Electrical engineers have been placed on yellow alert amid a “growing likelihood” that Storm Floris will spark Highland power cuts.

The Met Office has warned that inland gusts of 60-70mph will be possible, and up to 85mph “along exposed Scottish coastlines and hills”.