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Draft dark skies guidance drawn up for the Highlands

Draft dark skies guidance drawn up for the Highlands
BBC Science Friday 14 August 2026, 21:46 UTC 1 min read
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The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date.

The plan to reduce light pollution could be put out for public consultation at a later date.
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