ScotGov Criticised over Loch Long Salmon Farm Approval After Park Authority Rejection

Salmon farm in national park approved by Scottish Government despite fierce criticism

PLANS for a salmon farm in a loch at a National Park have been approved by the Scottish Government, but have been described as a “devastating day…

ScotGov criticised over Loch Long salmon farm approval after park authority rejection

The Scottish Government’s decision to approve a salmon farm on Loch Long has been described as ‘disappointing’ by the park authority which already rejected it.

Loch Long Salmon wins planning approval for Beinn Reithe project - Scottish Business News

Planning permission has been granted for the Loch Long Salmon farm near Arrochar, almost three years after being initially refused by the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park Authority. The Scottish Government overturned the park authority’s decision following an appeal from Loch Long Salmon, with ministers noting the scale and industrial appearance of the development but agreeing it would not significantly affect important local views. The…

Loch Long salmon farm approval a devastating day for nature

The Scottish Government’s decision to approve an industrial salmon farm development at Loch Long is a devastating day for local nature and a betrayal of local people, says Scottish Green MSP Ariane Burgess. The controversial proposal was rejected by the National Park Authority in 2022. It was appealed by the developers 18 months ago, with the Scottish Government taking the rare decision to “call” it in. The Scottish Greens have supported the cam…