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Today (1 September), the First Minister introduced the new Scottish Government Programme for Government, which includes the intention to create a single overarching environment body for Scotland taking on the responsibilities of some existing public bodies, including SEPA.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have removed their precautionary advice against bathing at Saltcoats bathing water.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) have removed their precautionary advice against bathing at Saltcoats/Ardrossan bathing water. This follows confirmation from Scottish Water that work to install an overland bypass pipeline near to Saltcoats Pumping Station has been completed.

SEPA and Scottish Water continue to actively work with all relevant partners including Fife Council, NHS Fife and Fife Coast and Countryside Trust in response to the ongoing localised pollution pressure affecting the Kinghorn Burn.

SEPA continue to attend an ongoing incident at the Lower Melville Wood waste facility, Ladybank, Fife

Today (12th May 2026), the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) publishes its Annual Operating Plan for 2026-27 as the agency marks its 30th anniversary year.