Scotland Set Out a New Action Plan for Invasive Non-Native Species

Scotland’s 2026–2032 plan focuses on prevention, early action and coordinated management of invasive non-native species.

Scotland’s 2026–2032 plan focuses on prevention, early action and coordinated management of invasive non-native species.

Ireland allocated €700,000 to support conservation work at Fota Wildlife Park for several threatened native species.

A £1.3 million Species Survival Fund programme in the New Forest improved 321 hectares across 31 sites with ponds, hedgerows, trees and meadows.

A four-year reedbed restoration project at Caerlaverock National Nature Reserve has been hailed as a success after marsh harriers returned to the site.

Scotland’s Future Routes Fund supports projects led by 11 to 26-year-olds who want to improve their local environment and connect more people with nature.

Thirteen projects were awarded more than £5 million through Scotland’s Nature Restoration Fund, supporting work on habitats, species and climate resilience.

The Outer Hebrides is preparing a Natural Heritage Strategy to guide nature restoration, conservation and nature-based funding across the islands.

Torbay Council is preparing listed building consent and restoration design work for Torquay Pavilion, moving the landmark closer to a repaired future.

A major funding package in England is aimed at saving and improving more than 1,000 arts venues, museums, libraries and heritage buildings.

Ireland announced more than €1 million for 53 community conservation projects, including peatland restoration, endangered species research and invasive species work.