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Probe demanded into ‘inadequate’ protection of wild salmon
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency could be facing an investigation into allegations that it has failed to prevent sea lice escaping from salmon farms.
Forever chemicals found in 55 per cent of Scottish drinking water
Potentially toxic ‘forever chemicals’ were found in more than half of samples of Scottish drinking water taken in 2023, according to new data.
Claim 41 per cent of Scots adults are not earning enough to be taxed is Mostly True
A post on social media made a claim about the number of Scots paying income tax.
Formaldehyde used 200 times by fish farm industry
Formaldehyde was used by fish farms nearly 200 times over a three year period, despite fears it could harm the marine environment.
Marine protection: What are the greatest risks to Scotland’s habitats?
Marine and coastal habitats have been damaged or completely destroyed, as the impact of climate change and industrial fishing hits Scotland’s seas.
Scotland’s marine protection measures explained
Ferret Fact Service looked at the state-of-play in Scotland's marine protection.
Four people die every week in Scotland while in state custody or care
Four people die every week in Scotland while in prison, police cells or other forms of state detention or care, according to figures exclusively shared with The Ferret.
What is ScotWind and why was it controversial?
Ferret Fact Service explains the controversy around Scotland's recent offshore wind leasing auction, ScotWind.
‘Hard to fathom’: second ex-Shell employee added to Sepa’s board
Sue Paterson used to head up oil exploratuon for Shell in the North Sea, but will now serve on the board of Scotland's main environment regulator.