News Releases
World-first report on how climate change impacts Scotland’s geology
08 March, 2018
A report assessing which of Scotland’s protected geological features are at risk from climate change was published today by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH).
Year of Young People 2018: Funding Awarded to Wild Projects Designed and Delivered by Young People
08 March, 2018
Eleven projects from across Scotland, designed to encourage young people’s interest in nature during the Year of Young People, have been chosen to receive a total of £20,000 by the Future Routes Fund. The projects are ideas developed by young people to help them get more involved with the environment and local wildlife throughout Scotland, in rural and urban areas, with the use of activities including film, music, art, volunteering, and outdoor recreation.
New guidance to help communities and fish farm developers
23 February, 2018
High quality visuals have been required as part of the environmental information for new fish farm proposals for many years, but they can be difficult to produce. New guidance published today by Scottish Natural Heritage will help the aquaculture industry with these visuals and ensure local communities and planning authorities have a better understanding of the visual impacts of proposed fish farms.
Scottish Natural Heritage reduces carbon emissions by 20 per cent over past two years
21 February, 2018
Following 2009 climate change legislation by the Scottish Government that requires public bodies to contribute to the delivery of national targets including reducing carbon emissions by 80 per cent by 2050, Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) put into place measures to ensure we would not only meet, but exceed this target. SNH has achieved a nearly 20 per cent reduction over the last two years, far surpassing expectations.
Scotland’s woodland and farmland birds increase, as upland birds decline
14 February, 2018
Scotland’s woodland and farmland bird numbers have increased over the past two decades, but during this time, upland birds have faced decline. This is according to a Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) report published today, The Official Statistic for Terrestrial Breeding Birds.
Statistical News Release: Index of Abundance for Scottish Terrestrial Breeding Birds, 1994 to 2016
14 February, 2018
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland
New lowland deer expert panel appointed
13 February, 2018
A new panel of experts is being established by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) to examine the complex issues related to deer management in the Scottish lowlands. The work of the panel will contribute to the Scottish Government’s ongoing review of deer management across Scotland.
Letter from SNH Chief Executive to Kate Forbes, MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch
06 February, 2018
In response to a letter from Kate Forbes MSP about her work to reduce plastic pollution in Scotland and the Final Straw campaign , SNH's Chief Executive, Francesca Osowska, provided the following reply:
Locals asked for views on Ben Wyvis management
30 January, 2018
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) wants to hear from people with an interest in Ben Wyvis National Nature Reserve to help prepare future plans.
New research determines the best ways to count Scottish mountain hares
26 January, 2018
Mountain hares are a well-known species in Scotland but counting these elusive animals can be challenging. Gathering accurate information is important so their numbers can be effectively monitored and managed.