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Results of further analysis done on a water sample taken at Portobello Central has been unable to identify the source of the high bacteria count that resulted in SEPA advising against bathing near the start of July.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have updated their advice on bathing at Portobello Central after the latest water quality samples showed no risk to the public.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have updated their advice on bathing at Fisherrow Sands after the latest water quality samples showed no risk to the public.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have updated their advice on bathing at Heads of Ayr after the latest water quality samples showed no risk to the public.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) continue to work with the site operator following a fire at Greengairs Landfill Site, North Lanarkshire, which began on 29 June 2024.

As a result of analysis of routine samples, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have indicated a high bacterial result at the Heads of Ayr bathing water. As this has the potential to impact human health, signage has been posted to advise the public.