Unfortunately, there is a darker side to Scotland, often hidden from visitors and locals alike. Wildlife persecution – legal and illegal – is widespread and ‘country sports’ play a dominant role in rural land management and politics. This guide aims to raise awareness of wildlife persecution, and to educate the public so that countryside visitors… Read more
Scotland’s mountain hare shame
Mountain hares are routinely shot in Scotland – even in the Cairngorms National Park – by hunting parties out for the thrill and gamekeepers managing land for red grouse shooting.