Securing homes in rural and island communities Plans to develop a Rural and Island Housing Grant Scheme, with an indicative budget of up to £20 million over... 6 February 2026
Nature projects share £5 million cash boost NatureScot has awarded grants to 13 projects to help reverse nature loss and tackle the impacts of climate change across... 30 January 2026
Have your say on Scotland’s new agricultural wage proposals Scotland’s agricultural pay framework is entering a new phase, with the Scottish Agricultural Wages Board (SAWB) inviting views on a... 28 January 2026
Megan MacInnes appointed new Chair of Community Land Scotland Community Land Scotland has confirmed that Megan MacInnes will take up the role of Chair, bringing with her more than... 27 January 2026
National Trust for Scotland recruiting in rural Scotland The National Trust for Scotland has announced a series of new job opportunities across the Highlands and Islands, offering people... 27 January 2026
Communities set to grow with free trees Communities are being encouraged to take part in one of the country’s largest grassroots tree‑planting efforts, as the Woodland Trust... 26 January 2026
Record Investment and New National Agency Mark Major Shift in Scotland’s Affordable Housing Ambitions Scotland’s housing landscape is set for significant transformation as the Scottish Government announces record investment in affordable homes alongside the... 26 January 2026
New study reveals 23 tree species needed to support more than 40% of biodiversity associated with Scots pine A new study led by The James Hutton Institute has highlighted the importance of protecting the UK’s Scots pine woodland... 21 January 2026
New Film Highlights the Hidden Power of Dung Beetles in Nature‑Friendly Farming A new short film from Soil Association Scotland is shining a spotlight on one of farming’s most overlooked allies: the... 20 January 2026
Scotland Calls for Stronger UK‑Wide Action to End Horticultural Peat Use The Scottish Government has urged the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to accelerate and strengthen efforts... 20 January 2026