On October 27th 2016, the Scottish Environment and Climate Committee debated the impact on Scotland's environment and climate of the EU referendum result. Our briefing pertaining to Scottish peatlands in relation to this debate can be downloaded below.
Environment and Climate Change: Scottish Peatlands
Image: Laxford Mire © Tim Allott
Environment and Climate Change: Scottish Peatlands
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