Storm Erik causes disruption across north and north-east
Heavy rain and gale force winds caused disruption across the north as Storm Erik blew in today.
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Flood alerts issued as Scotland to be battered by wind and rain
Flood alerts have been issued for large swathes of Scotland, with some parts bracing themselves for five days’ worth of rain in the space of 24 hours.
Two industrial sites in north-east named in ‘dirty dozen’ offenders list
Official new figures have revealed Buchan as the home of two of the most environmentally unfriendly industrial sites in Scotland.
Advice for farmers on plastics burning ban
The ban on burning plastic on farms comes into force in just nine days’ time.
Severe penalties for polluting the environment
A reminder of the severe penalties farm pollution can incur has been issued by agricultural insurers, Farmers and Mercantile.
Guidance offered to help tree planting schemes
Farmers are being offered help to improve tree planting schemes to make them more effective at capturing airborne ammonia and reducing air pollution.
Flood alert issued for north-east
A flood alert has been issued for Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen city.
Farmed salmon: why we cannot afford it to become ‘the one that got away’
There's an old, probably apocryphal, story, which tells that in medieval Glasgow, workers downed tools if they were fed salmon more than three times a week, so plentiful were the fish in the River Clyde.
Flood alert issued for parts of Fraserburgh
A flood warning has been issued for part of the coast between Fraserburgh and Rosehearty.
Sandbags issued as flooding ‘expected’ in Stonehaven
Sandbags have been made available to homes in Stonehaven preparing for a red flood warning overnight.
Tough new rules coming in for salmon farms
Tough new rules are being brought in for salmon farms after a major study raised concerns about chemicals used to treat sea lice.
Portlethen residents demand action to clear long-running ‘horrible smell’ in the village
Residents of an Aberdeenshire village attended a fiery public meeting to try and find out who is to blame for a strange stink in the air that has blighted the area for decades.
River Oykel banks burst as residents rescued from properties
Two fire crews are currently assisting residents to safety after the River Oykel burst its banks this morning.
Storm Ali brings severe weather to the Highlands
Storm Ali caused disruption across swathes of the north yesterday as motorists, rail and ferry passengers were hit.
New scheme will help protect flood-hit towns and villages across north and north-east
Flood-hit towns and villages across the north and north-east have had their defences bolstered following the launch of a £420million warning scheme.
A suspected outbreak of green algae that is lethal for dogs has been reported in Lerwick
Environmental health has received notification of a suspected growth of blue green algae at Loch of Clickimin in Lerwick.
Farmers told to prepare for a ban on plastic burning
Farmers and crofters have been told to prepare for a complete ban on the burning of plastics and most agricultural waste from the start of next year.
Sepa launch probe after thousands of young salmon trapped in dam gates in Highlands
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) is investigating after thousands of young salmon became trapped in the gates of two hydro dams in the Highlands.
Fly-tipping anger as tyres left beside national park
Environmental officials are investigating after dozens of car tyres were dumped just feet from one of Scotland’s National Parks.
Sepa warns north-east to ‘be prepared’ for flooding
An amber "be alert" flood warning has been issued for parts of the north-east.
Developers of controversial hotel on Thurso site face objections
The prospective developers of a controversial budget hotel on a gap site in Thurso are facing objections about the proposed water treatment system.
Flood alerts issued ahead of thunderstorms across the north and north-east of Scotland
Flood alerts have been issued across the north and north-east of Scotland.
Residents’ disgust at River Ythan pollution
Residents of an Aberdeenshire town have complained about the strong smell of sewage coming from a burn.
Government watchdog launches probe into reports of sanitary products found in Aberdeen park
An environmental watchdog has launched a probe into reports of sanitary products among other detritus found in the polluted waterways of an Aberdeen park.
St Cyrus encampment granted six-month stay of execution to allow for more talks
Councillors have agreed to extend the deadline for the closure of an illegal travellers site at St Cyrus to avoid any “direct action” by the authority and allow time for other “positive” options to be devised.
Flood warnings issued for most of the country as thunderstorms roll in
A Ballater shopkeeper has vowed to stop cars driving through the village high street to protect retailers if it is hit by flash flooding today.
Flood alerts issued across mainland Scotland
Amber flood alerts have been issued for every part of mainland Scotland this afternoon.
Shock as sewage seen leaking into a north-east river
Bathers at an Aberdeenshire beauty spot got a nasty shock after sewage was found to be flowing into the River Dee.
Interactive map reveals water quality at beaches in north and north-east
The thousands who will take to beaches across the north to enjoy the weekend’s warm weather can take a refreshing dip safe in the knowledge that the water quality at several spots has been graded “excellent”.
Beleagured Moray village could soon be eligible for flood defence funding
A flood-hit Moray coastal village could soon be classed as vulnerable by environmental experts enabling it to access funds for protection measures.
Government watchdog poised to investigate ‘awful’ pollution in Aberdeen park
A government environment watchdog could launch an investigation into polluted waterways at a popular Aberdeen park.
Figures show only 35 people convicted of illegal fly-tipping in 15 years across the north of Scotland
Only 35 convictions have been made for illegal fly-tipping offences across the north and north-east in the last 15 years, according to the latest figures.