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The latest Weekly Water Scarcity Report from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) shows a marked improvement in conditions across much of Scotland following the widespread rainfall brought by Storm Amy. However, the north-east continues to face pressure, with several catchments still in water scarcity.

This is a Policy statement and relates to Scottish Pollutant Release Inventory 2024 Official Statistics published at 9.30am on Tuesday 30 September 2025.

The latest Weekly Water Scarcity Report from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) shows conditions have eased in many parts of Scotland, but eight catchments remain at the highest level of water scarcity.

The rain has brought welcome relief to some areas across the east coast with ten now recovered from Significant Scarcity to Moderate. However, 8 areas remain at Significant.

Scotland's east coast is facing record pressure on its rivers, with 17 areas now at Significant Scarcity - the highest number since the current version of the National Water Scarcity Plan was introduced. More areas could reach this level in the coming days.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has confirmed that six new areas have reached Significant Scarcity. Restrictions are being issued for abstraction licence holders in the Tyne (Lothian), Leven (Fife), East Neuk (Fife), Findhorn, South Ugie Water and Lunan Water areas.