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All of England, Scotland and Wales is now part of an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) as veterinary epidemiologists and public health experts struggle to bring the rapidly worsening outbreak of the disease under control. The declaration of the zone means that all poultry keepers, including keepers of captive gamebirds, are now required to introduce a suite of enhanced biosecurity measures intended to segregate wild and domestic birds. Even stricter rules, including a housing requirement, r...

HE is a renowned Scottish artist who has exhibited his work around the world.

Projects in Argyll, Western Isles and the Highlands have been awarded a share of £3million in the latest round of Visit Scotland funding.

Thousands of farmers stand to see their subsidy payments rocket or tumble depending on how the Scottish Government pays out direct support from 2025.

According to data, the cheeriest, most contented places are the most isolated of our islands – and our writer thinks he knows why

A report says the loss of young people from the Outer Hebrides will leave islands short of carers for growing numbers of vulnerable residents.

Graham Smith | Western Isles | Newmarket | Buckinghamshire New University | Great crested grebe

Scotland has pledged to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions 75% by 2030, one of the strongest commitments from any country.

Princess Anne visited New York City on a surprise visit to the Big Apple. The Princess Royal attended a black tie gala then took a ride on the Staten Island Ferry to visit the lighthouse museum.

A new book examines the history of free soloing, and tries to explain why climbers do it