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Nature’s recovery can create 7,000 new jobs in Scotland

New research from leading Scottish environment charities shows that backing their plan for nature’s recovery could create up to 7,000 new jobs, contributing to Scotland’s economic recovery from Covid-19. The …

Help secure a commitment to reducing pesticides across the UK

The UK and devolved governments are consulting on a new draft National Action Plan for pesticides, which is designed to deliver on commitments to reduce pesticide use, and identify areas …

Information on avian influenza

Avian influenza (bird flu) has been recorded on a number of poultry and gamebird farms in Scotland this winter. In addition dead wild birds have tested positive, across various locations, …

Knapdale’s beavers boosted by successful reinforcement

Work to reinforce the population of beavers in Knapdale Forest in Argyll has come to a successful conclusion with the endangered species now more widespread and breeding throughout the area. …

Scottish Wildlife Trust responds to Scottish Government’s Statement of Intent on Biodiversity

The Scottish Wildlife Trust has welcomed the Scottish Government’s Statement of Intent on Biodiversity and encourages significant shifts in policy and strategic investment to secure nature’s recovery. Our Chief Executive …

Conservation charities welcome further protection for Scotland’s seas

The Scottish Wildlife Trust and the Marine Conservation Society welcome the creation of four new Marine Protected Areas for species including basking sharks and minke whales, alongside 12 new Special …

Trust welcomes action on driven grouse shooting

The Trust has welcomed the Scottish Government’s response to the independent Grouse Moor Management Group’s report (the ‘Werritty Review’), set out in the Scottish Parliament today by the Minister for …

Champions for change

The Scottish Wildlife Trust has teamed up with NFU Scotland to hold a topical panel event which will examine how Scotland’s farmers and crofters can deliver for biodiversity and the …