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Latest news about The Scottish Government
‘Invasive’ sitka spruce threaten Scottish species and habitats, say experts
A North American tree that kills native species and threatens protected habitats vital to fight climate change now makes up nearly half of Scotland’s forests, The Ferret can reveal.
Explainer: Scotland’s private rental sector
The Ferret looks at the impact that Scottish Government legislation on the number of rental properties and landlords in Scotland.
Revealed: over 1300 eviction orders granted despite ‘ban’
More than 1,300 evictions were granted during Scotland’s so-called eviction ‘ban’ while many tenants were forced to rack up thousands in debts before being offered social housing.
What has The Ferret been up to in April?
It’s the end of another busy month here at The Ferret. Let's look back at what we’ve achieved, and how our journalism makes a difference in Scotland and beyond.
Scottish Government climate partner challenged over dirty investments
Lombard Odier is facing a complaint to B Corp over its fossil fuel investments, at the same time as it partners with the Scottish Government on a tree planting scheme.
What happens now the ‘rent cap’ has ended?
Ferret Fact Service looks at the end of Scotland's rent cap, and what the rules are now.
Fox hunts accused of using dogs to chase animals despite ban
Mounted hunts have been filmed covertly and reported to Police Scotland for allegedly flouting a new law to prevent illegal fox hunting with packs of dogs.
Claim Scottish Government has banned wood-burning stoves is Half True
Ferret Fact Service looks at a claim about the future of wood-burning stoves in Scotland.
What does Scotland’s new hate crime change?
Ferret Fact Service looks at the changes in the new hate crime law.