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Statistical News Release: The Proportion of Scotland's Protected Sites in Favourable Condition 2017

12 May, 2017

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland12th May 2017

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Scotland sees newest nature reserves

11 May, 2017

 The Board of Scottish Natural Heritage today approved the award of the National Nature Reserve accolade to Glencoe and Mar Lodge Estate.

A formal declaration will take place at a special event later this year.

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Isle of May NNR hosts archaeological exhibition

11 May, 2017

The fascinating archaeological story of the Isle of May will be on show from 17 May, as part of the Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.

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High risk of deer on roads in May

11 May, 2017

A new report commissioned jointly by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and Transport Scotland reveals collisions between vehicles and deer have increased by 10% in Scotland since previous figures were collated.

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People across the Western Isles invited to an SNH reception in Stornoway

05 May, 2017

People across the Western Isles are invited to an informal reception, held by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH), to find out about SNH’s work in the area, ask questions and give feedback to the nature and environment organisation.

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West Dunbartonshire pair win recognition for teaching in nature

03 May, 2017

Two West Dunbartonshire teachers have received recognition for taking the classroom outdoors to improve the learning experiences of their pupils.

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Leabhran ainmean-àite Gàidhlig ga fhoillseachadh ann an Colbhasa

28 April, 2017

Thèid leabhran ùr air na ceanglaichean Gàidhlig anns an dualchas chultarail is nàdarra againn fhoillseachadh aig Iomall Fèis Leabhraichean Cholbhasa an-diugh (Dihaoine 28 Giblean).

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Gaelic place-names booklet launched in Colonsay

28 April, 2017

A new guide celebrating Gaelic’s far-reaching links with our cultural and natural heritage is set to be launched at the Colonsay Book Festival Fringe today (Friday 28 April).

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Free bat and history walks at Loch Leven

27 April, 2017

Scottish Natural Heritage is offering free walks at Loch Leven on two fascinating topics that are poles apart – bats and history.

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Meet the Isle of May’s warden

26 April, 2017

Fife residents are invited to a free talk about the Isle of May and its spectacular wildlife on May 16 in Anstruther.

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