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Emergency Services Have All Resources Necessary for Cairngorms Wildfires – Gray
Neil Gray said ministers will review Scotland’s wildfire response after more than 500 firefighters battled the blaze for over 10 days.
- On Monday, the Cairngorms National Park wildfire continues burning after 11 days, though residents of Nethy Bridge returned home on Saturday night as Police Scotland stood down the major incident status.
- SNP Justice Secretary Neil Gray faced backlash after requesting UK military aid despite previously claiming emergency services had "all resources necessary." Critics accused the Scottish Government of a "cynical political stunt."
- Gray told the BBC's Sunday Show he sought military assistance to verify if tactical aerial helicopter support was available, despite understanding the UK military lacked this specific capability. He emphasized exploring "every possible avenue."
- The ongoing operation forced cancellation of the August 8 Abernethy Highland Games, as the local community centre remains occupied by emergency services. Organizers cited "no end point in sight" for the wildfire response.
- Gray announced the Scottish Government will review its wildfire response strategy to adapt to climate change threats. More than 75 firefighters remain on site, with operations expected to continue into next week.
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