STEVENSON HIGHLIGHTS SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT WEEK

Banff and Buchan MSP Stewart Stevenson has urged local people to get involved in the Scottish Environment Week, which runs until 13 February.

Commenting on the issue, Mr Stevenson said:

“Scotland has an outstanding natural and cultural heritage of which we should all be proud and mustn’t forget. Scottish Environment Week presents an opportunity to celebrate its range and value, as well as discuss about how we protect and develop this valuable resource. Also, I hope that the week of events helps to raise awareness of the value which we should place on our environment and the many ways in which we can get involved in caring for it – through volunteering, in schools, community groups and in the work place.

“It is all too easy to take our environment for granted, but we all rely on its well being for our quality of life. As it faces increasing threats, this week will highlight initiatives that people all around Scotland are involved in to care for their surroundings and exemplify how good practice can generate jobs and success. Finally, looking to the future, it will bring together people from across all sectors to consider opportunities and challenges for Scotland.”