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Investigation launched into illegal gravel extraction on River Clyde
An investigation has been launched by Scotland’s environmental watchdog into illegal gravel extraction on the River Clyde which could have “serious consequences” for wildlife and lead to flooding.
Costa lobbyists tried to write Scottish Government rules on building of drive-throughs
Coffee giant Costa sought involvement in drafting guidelines for drive-through restaurants, sparking concerns about lobbyists influencing new planning rules.
Mapped: Authorised Gypsy/Traveller sites are near sewage plants and rubbish dumps
According to an investigation for The Ferret, sites are likely to be located near sewage plants, recycling and refuse centres, industrial estates and motorways.
More than 10,000 data breaches by Scottish local authorities
Scottish local authorities have recorded more than 10,000 data breaches over the last five years, The Ferret can reveal.
Call for support for childminders as figures show ‘worrying’ decline
The number of childminders across Scotland has declined by over a third, analysis by The Ferret has found, leaving thousands of families struggling to find flexible childcare.
Councillors not guaranteed maternity leave despite Scottish Government promises
Councillors are working without basic legal protections such as the right to paid maternity and family leave – even though the Scottish Government promised to resolve the issue years ago.
Low earning Scots face paying more than half of salary on rent
Low earners in Scotland face paying more than half of their salary on rent, analysis of nearly 4,500 rental listings by The Ferret has found.
