A byelaw banning the use of fires and barbecues in the Cairngorms has come into force to curb the growing risk of wildfires.
The Cairngorms National Park is the first place in the UK to introduce a seasonal fire ban backed by an integrated wildfire management.
Scottish ministers approved the measure following an extensive consultation process, which showed that the “overwhelming majority” of residents and visitors were in favour of a fire management byelaw.
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