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Major bid to restore at-risk listed building and create retirement village in East Renfrewshire

East Renfrewshire's planning committee is set to consider the application on August 24 and the developers have said the project is the 'last chance' to save the building.

Glasgow Live

Revealed: The drugs that are poisoning Scotland’s water

MEDICINAL drugs have polluted Scotland’s waterways in breach of safety levels more than 2300 times over seven years, according to data released by…

The National (Scotland)

Water levels 'critical' in eastern Scotland after driest January since 1940

Water resources are "critical" in the east of Scotland, the Scottish Environment Protection Agency has warned.

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Edinburgh water shortage warning issued after 'driest start to the year since 1940'

In July, areas in the east of Scotland, including Edinburgh, experienced record-breaking temperatures, with SEPA issuing multiple updates regarding water scarcity levels and what both locals and businesses can do to reduce the amount of water they are using

Edinburgh Live

Scots environment agency gives update on drought plans and warns situation unlikely to improve

Scotland has a plan to tackle low water levels

Daily Record

Warning over toxic substance in popular park after dog is rushed to vet

A DOG owner has warned of toxic algae at a popular Glasgow park after their pet was rushed to a vet.

The National (Scotland)

Water shortage warnings issued as Scots urged to limit usage to 'absolutely necessary'

The forecasted rain isn't enough to improve conditions, warned the Scottish Environment Protection Agency.

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INEOS says new Grangemouth ground flares will cut noise and pollution

After years of complaints and warnings from SEPA, INEOS is seeking permission to install new ground flares

Daily Record

River Earn among waterways at an “increased risk” of water scarcity, according to SEPA

The Perthshire watercourse is now at ‘Alert’ level due to the recent soaring temperatures, along with the Clyde, Helmsdale and Spey catchments

Daily Record

Scots waterways including Forth at risk of 'scarcity' during July heatwave

Environment bodsat SEPA have issued a warning for 11 areas in the country that could be at risk.

Daily Record

Edinburgh Firth of Forth at risk of water scarcity as dry weather continues

SEPA have issued a warning for 11 areas in the country that could be at risk, with the Firth of Forth rising to Moderate Scarcity rate. It comes after SEPA warned last week conditions were unlikely to improve as long as dry weather continues

Edinburgh Live

West Lothian river spot popular for swimming and water sport during high temperatures has environmental bid rejected

The high temperatures see people flock to the area but despite that an environmental watchdog has chosen not to grant bathing water quality status

Daily Record

Swimming warning in place after sewage pipe bursts in Scottish town

Scots are being urged to avoid swimming at a beach near a Scottish Borders town after a sewage pipe spill.

The National (Scotland)

Bid to restore ruined Falkirk mansion near landfill takes first steps

This could be the last chance to save the impressive B-listed building, Falkirk Council's planning department agrees

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Edinburgh Live

Fight to improve West Lothian river water quality as sunshine sees crowds gather

The River Almond has long been the place to cool off during a heatwave. SEPA says not enough people use it to warrant bathing quality status but the council and Forth Rivers Trust support campaigners working for cleaner waters.

Daily Record

Asbestos discovery at Blairgowrie riverbank halts waste removal work

Perth and Kinross Council started an eight-week project to remove materials from a 60-metre stretch of the embankment at Welton Farm on June 20

The National (Scotland)

Scots warned to stay out of water after leak from nuclear power plant substation

FAMILIES have been warned to stay out of the water at two Scottish beaches after an oil leak from a nuclear power plant substation ...

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian bathers warned to stay out of water after oil spill at Torness

The leak happened at an electricity substation on the nuclear power station site after a fault sparked a fire system into action sending oil and cooling water into the drainage system

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Daily Record

Park wasteland to be converted into attractive green space

The Carlibar Park development will also see changes to the flow of the Levern Water.

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Scottish Environment Protection Agency names new chief executive

New hire will officially take up the role in October

The National (Scotland)

'Avoid entering the water': Scots bathing warning after sewage discharge

A BATHING water warning has been issued after a faulty main at a pumping station forced the emergency discharge of sewage to the sea.

Daily Record

Ayrshire beaches campaign puts focus on four beauty spots ahead of summer season

Keep Scotland Beautiful want people to take care of the sands they like to visit.

Daily Record

Stewartry beach in danger of losing bathing water status unless standards improve

Dhoon Bay near Kirkcudbright must avoid receiving a "poor" rating for water quality for the fourth year running

Edinburgh Live

Worrying 'water shortage alert' for Edinburgh and parts of Scotland

Water scarcity means that the amount of fresh and clean water for drinking and everyday hygiene may be limited, due to a number of factors, including rainfall and higher human consumption

The National (Scotland)

Water shortage 'alert' in parts of Scotland as dry spell sparks warning

PARTS of Scotland are being warned about potential water shortages due to a “deterioration” in conditions at the start of summer.

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