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Almost half of Scottish council planning departments lack nature experts, data shows

ALMOST half of Scotland’s local authorities planning departments don’t have in-house ecological expertise, with campaigners claiming…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 28

AI data centre boom reveals 'democratic deficit' in Scotland's planning system

Recent proposals for AI data centres reveal a 'democratic deficit' at the heart of Scotland's planning system

The National (Scotland) · Jun 14

Scotland's private rented sector is in crisis – solutions must be swift

In 2020, it was estimated only 7 of Scottish 25 to 34-year-olds could meet the earnings and savings ­requirements to be able to afford a home. So…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 21, 2022