muirburn
Britishnoun
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He added: "What we want is for the Scottish government to look at the forthcoming muirburn restrictions, due to come into place on 1 January 2026, and realise that they are not going to help prevent wildfire and the loss of peatlands."
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Licenses will now be required all year round for muirburn - the controlled burning of vegetation,
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Muirburn is the burning of vegetation to encourage new heather growth for grouse and other animals to feed on.
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Muirburn can also directly affect wildlife, with the smoke causing nesting birds to desert their nests, and when done badly there is a risk of starting uncontrolled wildfires.
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There is concern that estates will be unfairly denied licenses - and that the potential benefits of muirburn have not been fully recognised.
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