5 h. ago UK's largest abandoned island bought for £2m and the mega plans to restore it

With white beaches and crystal-clear waters that could easily compete with the Maldives, this fascinating island was completely abandoned in 1961 - and is now undergoing a huge regeneration plan

Economics

6 d. ago Wishaw tradesmen answer the call to help restore one of the town’s famous old buildings

Earlier this month, members of Wishaw YMCA hosted a builder and trades planning session in a bid to restore the old YM building in the town’s Main Street.

Politics

1 week ago Prince William looks the part in a flat cap and wellington boots as he visits a muddy Dartmoor after unveiling 'ambitious' 20

Looking the part in a pair of wellington boots and a flat cap, the Prince of Wales, known also as the Duke of Cornwall, visited Tor Bog, an area of restored peatland in Dartmoor.

Politics

2 w. ago Families of dead pensioners could be chased by taxman to recoup winter fuel payment

'Unforeseen consequence' of Treasury’s plans to restore the payments as a universal benefit would see a six-month lag - and some pensioners could die during that time

Economics

3 w. ago Plan for Bathgate meadows to go ahead despite £17m knockback by National Lottery

The plan, launched in 2022, will eventually see Bathgate Burn restored and its banks turned into green space, as well as creating travel routes running through the heart of the town.

Economics

4 w. ago California gardeners plant native species in parks to prevent wildfire spread – in pictures

Volunteers, organized by landscape architecture firm Terremoto, clear invasive plants and restore native fauna: ‘It’s a years-long relationship with the land’ Continue reading...

Events

4 w. ago New group announces plans to restore iconic Dumfries and Galloway landmark

The Restoring Kelton Subgroup has been launched to give a fresh look to Kelton the Beltie in Castle Douglas.

Politics