Perfect storm: MoD report says Trident nuclear plans in trouble
UK government plans for new Trident submarine reactors are under threat from staff shortages and spending cuts.
Watchdog probes freedom of information failings by Scottish Government
The new Scottish Information Commissioner has launched an investigation into allegations that the Scottish Government has blocked or delayed freedom of information requests.
MoD under fire over new nuclear facilities on the Clyde
Revelations that the Ministry of Defence is planning 14 new developments at the Trident nuclear bases on the Clyde have sparked criticism.
Trident nuclear safety reports suppressed by the Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence has censored official warnings about the safety of the Trident nuclear weapons system based on the Clyde.
Trump golf links will be stripped of conservation status, say experts
Rare sand dunes on the Aberdeenshire coast could be stripped of their nature conservation status because of Trump’s golf course.
Pesticide report suppressed after freedom of information warning
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency ditched a toxic pesticide report after fears it could attract freedom of information requests.
How the Scottish Government ‘nuanced’ away fish farm pesticide ban
The Scottish Government put pressure on its environmental watchdog to drop a plan to ban a toxic pesticide so as not to upset the fish farming industry.
Named: the companies causing the most climate pollution
Three big fossil fuel companies are Scotland’s worst climate polluters, with some carbon emissions rising to record levels.
Tourist agency urged to stop promoting mass killing of hares
Scotland’s tourist agency is coming under mounting pressure to cease promoting the shooting of thousands of mountain hares.