More than 50 rivers polluted by toxic chemicals used to treat fleas on pets

Wildlife is under threat from water pollution caused by pesticides which are hazardous, widespread and persist for years.

Rob Edwards Sep 4, 2026

Investigations

Three-quarters of 'sustainable' salmon farms broke environmental rules. None lost their accreditation.

We looked at inspection reports from the body which certifies “highest standard” farms with a public-facing ‘green tick’ — and found there have been breaches of its rules at dozens of fish farms.

Daniel Shailer Aug 30, 2026

Environment

Just three per cent of Scotland’s most fragile natural environments are monitored by the agency charged with protecting them

Threats facing our mountains, forests and national parks are increasing, but the level of monitoring of our “protected sites” has almost halved in five years, Scottish Environment LINK has found.

Karin Goodwin Aug 28, 2026

Lesbian

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Politics and power

Catholic church told to shut down gay conversion therapy groups

The Catholic Church has been told to act swiftly to shut down groups across Scotland promoting gay conversion therapy after

NiallChristie Jun 28, 2020