News
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'Test and Protect' phoneline now live in the Western isles
For Western Isles residents who develop symptoms of COVID-19 infection, a local phoneline has been launched to help them book a test. Read more -
Small B&Bs now eligible for Scottish Government Business Support Fund
Small B&Bs, who were ineligible for other support due to not having a business bank account, will be able to apply for a share of £3 million of... Read more -
Seafood Resilience Fund supports 128 Scottish companies
A total of 128 companies have now received more than £5 million total support through the fund. Read more -
Isle Martin Seaweed Festival Postponed
Scotland’s first Seaweed Festival, due to take place as part of the Year of Coasts and Waters 2020 programme has been postponed due to the... Read more -
Scottish coastlines vital role in tackling climate emergency
Scientists from the University of St Andrews will undertake the first comprehensive study of the carbon stored in Scotland’s coastal wetlands. Read more -
First Minister thanks pandemic volunteers
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has recorded a video message thanking the tens of thousands of volunteers who have helped Scotland’s response to... Read more -
Outdoor learning during the COVID-19 pandemic
Children and families are to benefit from expert guidance on learning and play in an outdoor environment during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. Read more -
Podcast offers up food and farming focused homeschool inspiration
The latest episode of OnFARM, Scotland’s Rural Podcast, has been working in partnership with RHET (The Royal Highland Education Trust) to provide... Read more -
'Savour the Flavours' relaunches in Dumfries & Galloway
The ground-breaking industry-led project aims to boost the regional food and drink industry, and is relaunching as a series of online industry... Read more -
Lockdown restrictions begin to ease this weekend
While some outdoor activity restrictions will ease as of Friday, the public are still urged to stay at home as much as possible and maintain strict... Read more