Scotland’s Finest Woods Awards celebrate the power of trees at schools and nurseries. From protecting urban woodlands to transforming storm-damaged trees into learning opportunities, this year’s Schools and Early Years winners at the... 6 July 2026
Shetland Councillors Back Tunnel Plans in Major Transport Connectivity Decision Plans to improve transport links between Shetland’s islands have taken a major step forward after councillors approved recommendations for the... 2 July 2026
Scotland continues to lead UK in woodland creation Scotland has retained its position as the UK’s leader in woodland creation, accounting for 54% of all new woodland planted... 30 June 2026
£1 million for ‘Climate Forests’ Plans to plant more trees and increase woodlands across an area home to around half of Scotland’s population has received... 25 June 2026
First Homes Fund opens Up to 2,000 households could be supported to make their step on to the property ladder in the first 100... 24 June 2026
Scotland makes strong progress on child poverty as new plan sets future direction Scotland is making “real and lasting change” in reducing child poverty, according to a new government progress report that highlights... 24 June 2026
New funding secured for woodland creation across the Upper Forth Farmers and land managers across the Upper Forth catchment are being encouraged to take advantage of a new funding opportunity... 23 June 2026
New partnership to strengthen mental health support in rural Scotland A pioneering new partnership has been launched to improve mental health awareness and support across Scotland’s rural and agricultural communities,... 23 June 2026
New £10,000 Rural Champion Award launched to celebrate impact in Scottish communities A new Rural Champion Award has been launched to recognise individuals making a significant and lasting difference in rural communities... 23 June 2026
Tackling loneliness Projects supporting people most at risk of social isolation and loneliness have had their funding extended until March 2027. A total... 22 June 2026