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New Board Members confirmed – strengthening SEPA’s leadership
08 January 2026
Three new members are welcomed to the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Board in 2026. Lisa Blackett, Kate Lander and Paul Rooney have been appointed by the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy as Members of the Board of the SEPA, bringing valuable experience and insight that will support us in delivering for Scotland’s environment.
One in eight properties across Scotland at medium risk of flooding
18 December 2025
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency’s (SEPA) latest assessment of flood risk shows a sharp rise in number of properties at risk across the country.
SEPA urge businesses to prepare now for potential water scarcity in 2026
15 December 2025
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are urging farmers, industry and other water users in the east of Scotland to plan now for next year, warning that above-average rainfall is needed over the winter to rebuild depleted water resources and reduce the risk of significant water scarcity in 2026.
Have your say on improving Scotland’s water environment
08 December 2025
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are calling on Scots to have their say on the future of the nation’s water environment.
River restoration works complete on the Nith
27 November 2025
Phase four of a Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) project in the upper catchment of the River Nith in East Ayrshire has concluded in the creation of a wetland wildlife haven on the site of a former sewage works.
Bathing waters continue to perform well across Scotland for 2026
18 November 2025
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has published the 2026 bathing water classifications, showing the national picture across Scotland’s coasts and inland waters. The majority of designated bathing waters continue to meet high environmental standards, with 47 rated Excellent and 26 rated Good for the year ahead.