New government data revealed the extent of the wild salmon crisis, highlighting that in Scotland 71% of the salmon stocks in Scotland are in poor conservation status. 88% of salmon rivers in England and 100% in Wales are now “at risk”. Sea Lice According to Wildfish...
Over ten years ago, the Scottish Government introduced a network of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) to protect key habitats and species, as well as to safeguard nursery grounds for commercial species to help ensure a viable future for the fishing industry. It was seen...
The fund is now open for 2027-2027, on a rolling basis. Funding areas: habitat and species restoration freshwater restoration coastal and marine control of invasive non-native species urban For more details visit the website.
Highland Council is developing planning guidance and policy on Dark Skies to reduce light pollution across Highland, except where needed to reduce crime, allow sporting and business activity to continue during winter darkness hours and protect...
Broadford and Strath Community Company are advertising for a Community Woodland Manager. It’s a 3-year, 0.6 FTE post. For details visit the website. Closing date 19 October
Highland Council is seeking residents’ comments on their draft Greenspace Biodiversity Management Strategy 2026-2030. The strategy document and questionnaire can be found here. Consultation closes on 4 October.
The need for action is reinforced by a new report from Environmental Standards Scotland (ESS) which has found that Scottish ministers are failing in their legal duty (as per the Marine Strategy Regulations 2010) to achieve “Good Environmental Status” for the health of...
Tickets are going fast, but there are still plenty of fantastic events available. Almost all are free. Visit sleatnaturegroup.org/ssnf to reserve places. Deep-dive talks with our expert speakers - 25 years of Skye Birds, the mysterious corncrake of north Skye,...
Tickets for the Nature Festival are now available at sleatnaturegroup.org/ssnf. There are dozens of events, including guided walks, demonstrations, workshops, talks, films and an exhibition. Most events are free, but with limited places, so reserve your tickets...
Climavore is a social enterprise that collaborates with local residents, schools, restaurants, and international researchers and activists, to develop new approaches to regenerative sea-farming and food waste. Closing date 8 June.