Claim that video shows bagpiper playing over call to prayer in Scotland is False

A video showing a man playing bagpipes during a Muslim call to prayer was widely shared on social media this

Alastair Brian Jan 9, 2026

Seven million lice-eating fish have died at Scottish salmon farms

A campaigner has made the first estimate of the total number of cleaner fish that have died while grazing lice on farmed salmon. It’s condemned as a “colossal waste of life” that should cease.

Rob Edwards Jan 4, 2026

Politics and power

Here's what former Brexit party MEP David Coburn has said about Russia and Ukraine

A former Scotland leader of Nigel Farage’s previous party has been under scrutiny over pro-Russian statements since an explosive court case. The Ferret analysed what David Coburn said about Russia – and Ukraine – throughout his political career.

Jamie Mann Dec 28, 2025

car park tax

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Politics and power

Claim workplace levy is SNP ‘car park tax’ costing £500 per year is Half True

One of the most controversial aspects of the Scottish budget was only added at the eleventh-hour. The so-called ‘car park

Alastair Brian Feb 21, 2019