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SEPA calls for input on major changes to Scotland’s environmental regulation framework
27 January 2025
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are seeking views from regulated businesses, organisations and individuals on the proposed changes to how environmental activities are regulated in Scotland.
Action urged over climate change’s impact on hydropower and wildlife
22 January 2025
Scotland must do more to help hydropower facilities maximise their output and prevent negative impacts on wildlife in the face of the challenges posed by climate change, according to a new report.
River levels begin to ease as Scotland recovers from heavy Hogmanay rainfall
01 January 2025
Widespread river flooding impacts remain possible in particular in the Spey Valley and the Great Glen area, whilst the high river levels across north and central Scotland are expected to gradually improve throughout Wednesday.
SEPA warns communities to stay vigilant as flooding impacts will continue into New Year’s Day
31 December 2024
Multiple regional Flood Alerts and local Flood Warnings remain in place across north and central Scotland, with the highest risks remaining on the Spey, Great Glen and Tay catchments.
Further heavy and persistent rain raises flood risk in run up to Hogmanay
30 December 2024
Regional Flood Alerts and local Flood Warnings have been issued as Scotland is set to deal with further persistent and heavy rain which may bring significant flooding impacts over large parts of Scotland over the next two days.
SEPA urges north west and central Highlands to "Be Prepared, Be Aware" as flooding is expected in run up to Hogmanay
29 December 2024
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) is warning communities in the north west and central Highlands to prepare for flooding impacts in the run up to Hogmanay.