Drinks giant Diageo apologises after Moray burn pollution

BBC Scotland Monday 19 October 2026, 16:25 UTC 1 min read

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Diageo says it is in ongoing talks on a long-term plan to support regeneration and restoration.

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Drinks giant Diageo apologises after Moray burn pollution

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