Detailed guide: Food standards and composition from 1 January 2021

Legal standards for the composition of food products from 1 January 2021




Chough conservation effective but more action needed

Supplementary feeding and parasite treatment aimed at preventing chough extinction in Scotland have been successful, according to a new report published by NatureScot.




Detailed guide: Waste: environmental permits

How to apply for standard rules and bespoke permits for using, treating, storing and disposing of waste, and check when you do not need a permit.




Detailed guide: Apply for a standard rules environmental permit

How to apply for a standard rules environmental permit from the Environment Agency.




Plans for a flood storage area in York approved by planning chiefs

Plans to help reduce flood risk on the River Foss north of Strensall in York were approved today