Communities in Scotland want a fairer share of the wealth created by growth in renewable energies - and a bigger say in decisions over their future. These were two of the big messages to emerge from the collective reporting of independent journalists about the nation’s green energy boom. Their
What are the big questions on the minds of responsible tourism professionals across the world? The Latitude online networking event last week (25th & 26th March) provided a snapshot of the challenges and issues on the minds of people in the industry. Among those attending were tour operators, travel agents,
One of the terms many travellers are seeing more and more now is responsible tourism. But what does it mean and why is it important? Responsible Tourism: a Definition In short, responsible tourism is tourism that makes places better for people to live in and better places to visit. According
Anyone who has visited Scotland, England's Lake District, Snowdonia in Wales or the Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland knows how beautiful the UK can be. But stepping out to the coast, hills or mountains is not without risk. It's why everyone who ventures into the outdoors
Today is World Rewilding Day... ... It's a global celebration of the rewilding movement and how it is shaping our future. Restoration of ecosystems helps nature recover, refresh and rekindle processes to strengthen biodiversity, help address climate change and build community resilience. There are quite a few organisations leading
Does the opening of "the world's longest coastal path" in England pave the way for an official seaside trail around the whole island of Britain? The official inauguration of the King Charles III England Coast Path took place today with the official opening by the King
THEMES of BEYOND SCOTLAND (number 2 of 3) What is Community? Community can mean different things to different people. But at its heart, it is about connection and something shared: place, identity, customs, values, religion or culture, for example. To me, environment and people make a community what it is.
Funding the future of local news was in the spotlight today - twice. First, the UK Government announced up to £12 million in funding to help local news organisations take advantage of digital technology and support community radio stations. It's part of a local media strategy to bolster
It's a Sunday morning in Glasgow, seven days after a ferocious fire swept through and destroyed an iconic building close to Glasgow Central, Scotland's busiest train station. As I wander along the streets of the city centre life appears to go on as usual. There are
READ: Social enterprises, charities and community organisations in Glasgow showcased the value of community tourism first hand during the SCOTO Gathering 2026. The 2-day conference included a day where delegates had an opportunity to explore one of five areas of the city for a learning exchange. The event, organised by
THEMES of BEYOND SCOTLAND (number 1 of 3) Everything is sustainability... ... but we don't have to keep using the word 'sustainability'. Some people have a clear understanding of what it means. Some have a good sense of what it means. Some have little or no idea,
READ: Community-led tourism organisations across the UK have come together to form a new national alliance. Community Tourism UK launched at the SCOTO Gathering 2026 at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on Friday 6th March - with an invitation to sign the UK Declaration for Community Tourism. The alliance says its