Wildfires in Scotland: a brief overview of the risks to land owners and managers and how these can be managed

Wildfires are a growing concern in Scotland – and have been particularly worrying this past summer.

Wildfires can occur in both rural and urban areas and often have a significant impact on the landscape, wildlife, infrastructure and people in the vicinity. 

In our handy guide below, we outline the issues surrounding wildfires including the law relating to muirburning, an occupier's legal duties to avoid wildfires, and suggest actions which could reduce the risk.