HOUSEHOLDS in the north-east and across Scotland are recycling more than ever, new figures have revealed.
Ferry crossings in the Minch will be out of action until at least Monday after Storm Kathleen began battering the west coast.
The warning comes into force on Sunday amid forecasts of gales up to 60mph in many western areas of the region.
Most Ullapool-Stornoway ferry sailings were cancelled on Saturday and Sepa flood alerts have been issued as Storm Kathleen approaches.
Highland householders are being blamed for causing a series of explosions at an East Lothian energy plant.
A giant crane ship currently working off the Caithness coast was involved in a dramatic accident when undergoing tests in Germany in 2020.
Applications have opened for the fourth year of the Marine Fund Scotland.
Further details about the actions farmers and crofters will have to take to receive agricultural support payments from 2025 have been unveiled.
Volunteers are being sought to help maintain and improve mountain footpaths across a wide area of the Highlands.
Groups react to new 'protection' measures