Guidance - Development Management and the Natural Heritage 07 Sep, 2021 The purpose of this guidance is to support ‘Planning for Great Places’ through practical advice and direction to everyone who helps to deliver NatureScot’s Development Advice Service. Advice, Guidance
How and when to consult NatureScot Checklist 07 Jan, 2019 We welcome consultations (including pre-application consultations) in relation to development proposals that meet one or more of the criteria listed in this guide. Advice, Guidance
Illegally released lynx captured We are relieved to hear that the two lynx illegally released into the Cairngorms National Park have been successfully captured. News - 09 January
New beginnings The first week of the new year finds Forvie NNR staff looking ahead with excitement, anticipation and no little trepidation. Blog - 05 January
Scotland's top winter walks Scots are being encouraged to step outdoors and explore nature, as it is one of the best ways to relax and unwind. News - 26 December
Scotland’s 2024 Nature Heroes We are celebrating the people across Scotland who are working hard to improve nature, from farmers to volunteers – to dogs! Blog - 28 December
Help Forvie seal pups this Christmas Visitors to NatureScot’s Forvie NNR are being reminded to follow seal watching guidance to help protect pups this Christmas. News - 16 December
No 'Weeds' in the Land of the Docken! The docken substantiates the lack of a Gaelic word for ‘weed’, as Roddy Maclean reports. Blog - 19 December