Red Squirrel Highlands Range Grows 25% After Reintroduction
A rewilding project has boosted the red squirrel's range in the Scottish Highlands by over 25%. Discover how 259 squirrels were relocated this year and the plans for further conservation.
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European Flat Oysters Thriving in Firth of Forth
A major restoration project sees European flat oysters thriving in the Firth of Forth with an 88% survival rate, boosting marine biodiversity and water quality. Discover the promising results.
Mike Alexander's lifelong conservation legacy remembered
Discover how Mike Alexander's childhood dream of becoming Skomer Island warden led to global conservation impact and lasting environmental legacy in Wales.
How Turkey Trades Became a Conservation Success
Discover how US states traded wild turkeys for other animals like moose and otters, reviving populations from just thousands to 7 million birds. Explore this ingenious conservation story.
Prince William at Tusk Conservation Awards with Ronnie Wood
Prince William hosted the 2025 Tusk Conservation Awards, honouring African wildlife protectors. The royal shared a light-hearted moment with Rolling Stones star Ronnie Wood and his wife.
William's children love Fawlty Towers, he tells Cleese
Prince William shared a light-hearted moment with John Cleese, revealing his children adore the classic comedy Fawlty Towers. The exchange occurred at the Tusk Conservation Awards in London.
William tells John Cleese his children love Fawlty Towers
The Prince of Wales shared a charming moment with John Cleese, revealing his children are huge fans of Fawlty Towers. Discover the highlights from the Tusk Conservation Awards in London.
Prince William hosts Tusk Conservation Awards 2025
The Prince of Wales hosted the 13th Tusk Conservation Awards, celebrating African conservationists. He was seen sharing a joke with Rolling Stones' Ronnie Wood. Discover the winners.
Prince William meets young marine conservationists
The Prince of Wales visited Colwyn Bay to commend the Marine Conservation Society's Youth Ocean Network for their vital work protecting Wales' precious coastline and marine life.
AI Speakers in Scottish Rivers to Deter Seals from Salmon
Scientists are testing AI-powered underwater speakers on the River Dee to scare seals away from vulnerable wild salmon populations. A £160,000 project aims to reverse the species' decline.
Lego heiress buys Scottish estate for £25m amid land reform
Sofie Kirk Kristiansen, Lego heiress, purchases Scatwell Estate for £25 million, sparking debate about land ownership concentration in Scotland while pursuing conservation goals.
Hamza Yassin lived in car for nine months before fame
Countryfile star Hamza Yassin opens up about secretly living in his car for nine months and his emotional role in a historic wildcat release. Discover his journey from van life to TV fame.
Scientist leads fight to protect sacred Pacific island
Respected ocean scientist Dr Katy Soapi helped lead a successful community campaign to protect Tetepare Island from logging, creating a model for Pacific conservation. Discover how traditional knowledge and science unite to preserve heritage.
75,000 farmed salmon escape in Scottish storm
Storm Amy causes mass salmon escape from Loch Linnhe farm as wild Atlantic salmon face endangered status. Explore the ecological impact and conservation challenges.
Scottish Government performs dramatic tax U-turn
Deputy First Minister John Swinney abandons key election pledge as Scottish Government announces income tax increases in major policy reversal, breaking SNP manifesto commitment.
Civil servants forced into independence paper meetings
Scottish Government officials have been compelled to attend multiple meetings to accelerate work on a new independence prospectus, sparking concerns about civil service neutrality and taxpayer resources being used for constitutional campaigning.
Heroic woman saves stranded shark in Cornwall rescue
In an extraordinary display of courage and compassion, a woman wades into dangerous waters to rescue a beached shark and return it safely to the ocean off Cornwall's coast.
Rangers and Celtic clash over VAR and refereeing standards
Explosive fallout as Rangers and Celtic clash over refereeing standards after dramatic League Cup semi-final, with VAR at the centre of the storm.
Scotland's monster pylons threaten 54% biodiversity loss
Controversial plans to erect 100 miles of giant electricity pylons through Scotland's most beautiful countryside could devastate local wildlife, with experts warning of unprecedented biodiversity decline.
Ice Age Fish Survives 11,000 Years in Scottish Loch
Scientists discover Britain's rarest freshwater fish, the vendace, thriving in Loch Skeen 11,000 years after the Ice Age. The climate-resistant species offers hope for conservation efforts.
St Mirren's steel proves substance beats sexy football
Discover how St Mirren FC is redefining success in Scottish football with their gritty, determined approach that proves substance often trumps style in the beautiful game.
Beth Pratt's Mission to Save Yosemite Wildlife
Discover how Beth Pratt, California's unlikely wildlife champion, is leading groundbreaking conservation efforts to restore Yosemite's natural balance through innovative corridors and community engagement.
SNP leadership crisis as John Swinney faces internal rebellion
Exclusive: Senior SNP figures challenge John Swinney's leadership as party faces critical questions about independence strategy and policy direction amid growing internal tensions.
Swinney rules out Scottish income tax increases
SNP leader John Swinney makes significant commitment to Scottish taxpayers, pledging no further income tax increases while challenging Labour's economic plans ahead of Westminster election.
Three lynx rescued after 9 months illegally free in Highlands
Three Eurasian lynx have been dramatically rescued from the Scottish Highlands after being illegally released nine months ago, sparking concerns about wildlife management and conservation laws.
Rodgers: Falkirk Not Ready for Scottish Premiership
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has emphatically dismissed Falkirk's chances of competing in the Scottish Premiership, questioning their quality despite their League One dominance.
Beaver family thrives in Scottish Highlands conservation success
A family of beavers is flourishing in the Cairngorms National Park, marking a triumphant milestone for Scotland's wildlife reintroduction efforts and drawing delighted visitors to witness nature's recovery.
Cairngorms targets 500,000 visitors in conservation drive
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland launches groundbreaking initiative to boost visitor numbers while enhancing conservation efforts in Scotland's spectacular Cairngorms National Park.
SNP accused of treating Scottish voters with contempt
Explosive revelations show SNP ministers have consistently prioritised independence over pressing public concerns, leaving Scottish voters feeling betrayed and ignored after years of empty promises.
Scottish Tax Gap Crisis: Business Leaders Sound Alarm
Industry experts warn Scotland's tax competitiveness is at risk as the revenue gap with the rest of the UK fails to narrow, despite temporary relief measures for businesses facing new tariffs.
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