Webinar: Communities taking action to tackle non-native invasive species

Invasive non-native species (INNS) are one of the biggest threats to Scotland’s wildlife. Some well-known examples are rhododendron ponticum, a plant which can turn species-rich woodlands into lifeless thickets where almost nothing else can grow; and Japanese knotweed, which takes over gardens and can cost homeowners thousands of pounds to remove. When INNS take hold, communities can see their greenspaces transformed – habitats lost, wildlife depleted, poorer quality places for people to relax and enjoy nature.

Tackling INNS costs the Scottish economy around £500 million each year, but communities can take action to help protect and restore their local environment. In this interactive webinar we’ll hear practical guidance and tips for community groups who want to do their bit to tackle this problem at a local level.

Guest speakers

Trudi Clarke and Cat Cooper from the Scottish Invasive Species Initiative (SISI) work with communities across the North of Scotland, and Angus and South Aberdeenshire.

Lesley Hawkins of the Scottish Wildlife Trust’s Callander Local Group has years of experience organising invasive species action along the River Teith.

Booking is essential. This event will be conducted via a Zoom link and joining details will be sent upon booking. Please note that this meeting may be recorded for public viewing later.

To find out more, and for any booking queries, please contact Gill Hatcher at ghatcher@scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk.

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