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Public warned to be aware of 'extreme' wildfire risk this bank holiday weekend

Scottish land managers have urged responsible access to the countryside

Alex Black
Deputy Editor
clock • 2 min read
Public warned to be aware of 'extreme' wildfire risk this bank holiday weekend

Rural business organisation Scottish Land and Estates (SLE) is urging members of the public to be aware of the risk of wildfire and to act responsibly in the countryside this bank holiday weekend. The...

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