Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA)

Update - Friday 6th March SEPA regulatory officers and experts from our science teams have been on site at the site of the pollution incident, near to Killin, throughout this week. Our investigation into the cause and environmental impact of the diesel spill are progressing but remains in its early stages. Throughout this time, we have been working with Police Scotland and other partner agencies to gather evidence. When our investigation is completed, we will consider all the options available to us under our enforcement policy and guidance, and relevant legislation. As with all investigations, SEPA need to obtain and secure evidence to determine whether any offences have been committed, which takes time and care. Published information about our investigations will be limited to avoid prejudicing the investigation or any potential legal proceedings. For more information on the situation, please see our latest statement: beta.sepa.scot/.../update-6th…

We’re creating Scotland’s Flood Risk Management Plans for 2028–2034 and we want your input. Have your say on how we manage flooding in the areas most at risk. Consultation open until 22 April 2026. Take part: consultation.sepa.org.uk/evidence-and-f…

If you or your business transports waste, there are regulatory changes you need to be aware of. From 1st April 2026, new standard conditions will apply, and you’ll be required to renew your registration at least 28 days before it expires. Find out more: sepa.org.uk/waste

The Rosyth River Restoration project has secured funding for its next three phases, offering ‘huge potential’ for local ecology and community benefits. SEPA’s Water Environment Fund has committed £270,000, and Fife Council has allocated £50,000 from the Nature Restoration Fund. Read the full release here: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/fund…

A project funded through our Water Environment Fund has removed a long‑abandoned weir on the Halter Burn near Kelso, reopening more than 1.6km of river for migratory fish. With the barrier gone, endangered species can once again reach high‑quality upstream habitat. More than 300 native trees were planted to boost biodiversity and offset carbon from the works. Read more here: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/deca…

Due to heavy overnight rain, Flood Alerts and Warnings are in place across large parts of the Highlands throughout Thursday with localised minor river and surface water flooding impacts likely for areas of Speyside and Tayside. This will bring an increased risk of flooding and the possibility of disruption to roads and travel. Strong winds across the west coast will also bring the potential for localised minor wave overtopping across some areas. Stay up to date with the latest advice and details: floodline.sepa.org.uk/floodupdates/

Our Winter Water Scarcity Report shows recovery after the 2025 drought, but risks remain. Read the full report here: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/reco…

ℹ️ Glasgow Central station remains closed following a significant fire in a shop next to the station on Union Street. 🚆 No ScotRail services will operate to or from Glasgow Central high level. ScotRail services will not call at Glasgow Central low level, but will pass through the station to stop at Argyle Street and Anderson today. (Monday, 9 March). Please continue to keep an eye on your services via our app and website. See more info here. ⬇️ orlo.uk/LB1rX

Less than a week to go until the CIWEM webinar. Bringing invaluable expertise in water resources and regulation, SEPA colleagues will lead this session examining how the 2025 drought was evaluated and managed, and what this means for the upcoming water scarcity season. Register now: ciwem.org/events/water-s…

We have reached an important regulatory milestone for businesses involved in water and industrial activities across Scotland. Find out more by reading last week's SEPA Update (Business Edition). Receive the newsletter straight to your inbox by signing up on our website: sepa.org.uk/update

There are currently 2 Flood Alerts in place. Heavy and persistent rain across western Scotland on Sunday and overnight into Monday may lead to minor flooding impacts from both rivers and surface water. Stay up to date with the latest flooding information: sepa.org.uk/flooding.

Update – Friday 27th February SEPA continues to focus on fully determining the environmental impact of this pollution incident by analysing water samples taken this week. Remediation contractors engaged by the site operator remain on site and their work is ongoing to clean up diesel from the surrounding area. We expect pockets of oil may continue to get washed downstream for some time and have been in contact with abstractors to keep them informed. We continue to engage with all relevant partners as our investigation into the pollution incident moves forward. For more information on the situation, please see our latest statement: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/upda…

Update – Thursday 26th February Investigations into the cause of the pollution are still ongoing and we are engaging with all relevant partners. Our focus remains on analysing samples taken this week to help determine the full impacts of the pollution on the local environment as well as monitoring the containment and clean-up works on site which are ongoing. For more information on the situation, please see our latest statement: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/upda…

Update – Wednesday 25th February SEPA maintains a daily presence on site in Killin to monitor the containment and clean-up works being undertaken. Containment methods in the form of booms and absorbent materials, which have been in place at the source of the pollution since Saturday, remain effective and we have not received any new pollution reports today. Water samples continue to be analysed and will be used to inform our monitoring strategy for the affected areas moving forward. For more information on the situation, please see our latest statement: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/upda…

The regulations for transporting waste are changing. Find out what this means for you and your business by subscribing to our newsletter or navigate to sepa.org.uk/waste on our website. Would you like to sign up to the SEPA Update? Receive the newsletter straight to your inbox by signing up on our website. → sepa.org.uk/help/sepa-upda…

Update – Tuesday 24th February SEPA officers remain in attendance on site to further assess the impacts of the pollution incident and monitor the containment and clean-up works being undertaken. Water samples that were taken on Monday are now in the process of being analysed. Results to date, combined with survey work of the impacted land, which was today undertaken by SEPA mapping specialists, will be used to inform our monitoring strategy for the affected areas moving forward. Our investigations into the cause of the pollution are still ongoing and we are engaging with all relevant partners including Police Scotland and Stirling Council as this progresses. For more information on the situation, please see our latest statement: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/upda…

Update – Monday 23rd February Investigations are continuing into the ongoing oil pollution incident within the River Dochart, near Killin. Since the source of the pollution was identified on Friday 20th February, SEPA officers have been in attendance on site assessing impacts and have been supported by a number of specialist staff providing advice on various aspects of the response. Water sampling was carried out this morning (Monday 23rd February) and will be followed up with further sampling throughout the week, when any impacts are more likely to have become apparent, to help determine the full impacts of the pollution. For more information on the situation, please see our statement: beta.sepa.scot/news/2026/upda… Updates will continue to be issued when available.

🚨Change in guidance for customers in Killin #FK21 Customers can now use the tap water for bathing, showering and washing. Do Not Use Notice remains in place for drinking and cooking. 👉Full update: scottishwater.co.uk/in-your-area/s…

🚨Killin #FK21 We continue to respond to the ongoing water quality incident affecting the village of Killin. Full update: scottishwater.co.uk/in-your-area/s…