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
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
Rare seagrass “fairy circles” observed in Scotland NatureScot’s marine team have captured rare footage of seagrass “fairy circles”, as a new report highlights the historic loss of... 20 January 2026
Scottish Budget 2026-27 The 2026-27 Budget will support a stronger NHS, with a record £22.5 billion for health and social care, expand cost... 15 January 2026
Scotland’s Finest Woods Awards returns for 2026 Scotland’s Finest Woods Awards is once again celebrating excellence in woodlands and forestry across the country, with youngsters leading the... 13 January 2026
Over £1.76 million for Scotland’s internationally important rainforest The Scottish Government Rainforest Restoration Fund (RRF), managed by NatureScot, will be shared by ten projects across the west of the country... 9 January 2026
Rare mountain plants to be restored at Ben Lui Preparations are underway for the planting of hundreds of woolly and downy willow saplings in a remote area near the... 9 January 2026