Proposal 1: Media links

 

12 March 2020

The Northern Times

MSP Gail Ross apologises for not being able to do more over Coul Links

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/msp-gail-ross-apologises-for-not-being-able-to-do-more-over-coul-links-193394/

 

12 March 2020

The Golf Business

Planning permission denied for major new Scottish golf course

http://www.thegolfbusiness.co.uk/2020/03/planning-permission-denied-for-major-new-scottish-golf-course/

 

7 March 2020

Golf Digest

Coul lInks, Mike Keiser's planned Coore, Crenshaw course in the Scottish Highlands, rejected in government ruling

https://www.golfdigest.com/story/coul-links-mike-keisers-planned-coore-crenshaw-course-in-the-scottish-highlands-rejected-in-government-ruling

 

5 March 2020

Surfbirds

Cou Links: The right decision

http://www.surfbirds.com/community-blogs/blog/2020/03/05/coul-links-the-right-decision/

 

3 March 2020

The Times

Donald Trump's disastrous legacy blamed for block on new Scottish course

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/donald-trump-s-disastrous-legacy-blamed-for-block-on-new-scottish-course-qb95hf3h7

 

2 March 2020

global golf post

Requiem for Coul Links

https://read.nxtbook.com/global_golf_post/euro/20200203/hopkins_col.html

 

27 February 2020

The Northern Times

Coul Links golf course developers stunned by planning refusal and say decision was 'politically motivated'

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/coul-links-golf-course-developers-stunned-by-planning-refusal-and-say-decision-was-politically-motivated-192397/

 

27 February 2020

The Press & Journal

Councillor challenges opponents to Coul Links to provide an economic alternative

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/2037685/councillor-challenges-opponents-to-coul-links-to-provide-an-economic-alternative/

 

25 February 2020

Golf Advisor

Plan for new links course rejected by Scottish Government

https://www.golfadvisor.com/articles/coul-links-proposed-new-golf-course-rejected

 

25 February 2020

Golfweek

Not Coul: Mike Keiser's dream to build new links course in Scotland over

https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2020/02/25/mike-keiser-dream-build-coul-links-golf-course-scotland-over/

 

25 February 2020

BirdGuides

Coul Links saved from development

https://www.birdguides.com/news/coul-links-saved-from-development

 

25 February 2020

The National

Academic hails rejection of proposals for golf course

https://www.thenational.scot/news/18259737.coul-links-academic-hails-rejection-proposals-gold-course/

 

25 February 2020

Envirotec Magazine

Coul Links golf snub is victory for common sense, says environmental scientist

https://envirotecmagazine.com/2020/02/25/coul-links-golf-snub-is-victory-for-common-sense-says-environmental-scientist/

 

23 February 2020

Goodnewsnetwork

Scottish Government scores hole in one for wildlife, blocking golf course on protected coastline

https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/scottish-government-scores-hole-in-one-for-wildlife-blocking-golf-course-on-protected-coastline/

 

22 February 2020

The Press & Journal

Coul Links golf course rejected by Scottish Government

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/20335148/coul-links-golf-course-rejected-by-scottish-government

 

22 February 2020

Scottish Wildlife Trust

With your support, Coul Links has been saved

https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/2020/02/with-your-support-coul-links-has-been-saved/

 

21 February 2020

Golf Course Architecture

Coul Links project refused planning permission

https://www.golfcoursearchitecture.net/content/coul-links-project-refused-planning-permission

 

21 February 2020

Golfpunk

Scottish Government torpedoes links plan

https://www.golfpunkhq.com/news/article/scottish-government-torpedoes-links-plan

 

21 February 2020

Holyrood

Planning permission refused for controversial Coul Links golf course

https://www.holyrood.com/news/view,planning-permission-refused-for-controversial-coul-links-golf-course_15146.htm

 

21 February 2020

Inverness Courier

Coul Links golf course plans thrown out by Scottish Government

https://www.inverness-courier.co.uk/news/coul-links-golf-course-plans-thrown-out-by-scottish-government-192059/

 

21 February 2020

Border Telegraph

Highland golf course development plans refused by Scottish Government

https://www.bordertelegraph.com/news/national_news/18252897.highland-golf-course-development-plans-refused-scottish-government/

 

21 February 2020

The Scotsman

Coul Links: Scottish golf course planning permission rejected

https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/coul-links-scottish-golf-course-planning-permission-rejected-1-5094074

 

21 February 2020

The National

Scottish Government rejects US plan for Coul Links golf course

https://www.thenational.scot/news/18252560.scottish-government-rejects-plans-coul-links-golf-course/

 

21 February 2020

STV News

Ministers refuse permission for controversial golf course

https://news.stv.tv/highlands-islands/ministers-refuse-permission-for-controversial-golf-course

 

21 February 2020

BBC News

Coul Links golf course project refused planning permission

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-49733098

 

21 February 2020

The Northern Times

Environmentalists welcome Coul Links refusal

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/environmentalists-welcome-coul-links-refusal-192073/

 

21 February 2020

The Northern Times

Coul Links golf course plans refused by Scottish Ministers

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/coul-links-golf-course-plans-refused-by-scottish-government-192055/

 

21 February 2020

Butterfly Conservation

Coul Links: The right decision

https://butterfly-conservation.org/news-and-blog/coul-links-the-right-decision

 

21 February 2020

National Trust for Scotland

Welcome news on Coul Links

https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/welcome-news-on-coul-links

 

21 February 2020

Plantlife

Plantlife welcomes decision to save Coul Links

https://www/plantlife.org.uk/scotland/about-plantlife-scotland/news-press/plantlife-welcomes-decision-to-save-coul-links

 

21 February 2020

RSPB

Fantastic news for Coul Links

https://community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/scotland/posts/fantastic-news-for-coul-links

 

21 February 2020

The Highland Times

Scottish Government refuse Coul Links planning permission

http://www.thehighlandtimes.com/news/2020/02/21/scottish-government-refuse-coul-links-planning-permission/

 

28 January 2020

The Scotsman

Coul Links site is 'protected' so we shouldn't have to keep fighting developers

https://www.scotsman.com/heritage/coul-links-site-is-protected-so-we-shouldn-t-have-to-keep-fighting-developers-charlie-nathan-1-5081059

 

15 January 2020

BBC News

Green MSP: More important than ever to protect our wetlands

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-51090749

 

10 January 2020

The Northern Times

Coul Links could damage tourism (print only)

 

22 December 2019

The National

John Finnie: Our land can't just be a bonnie attraction

https://www.thenational.scot/news/18113099.land-cant-just-bonnie-visitor-attraction/

 

29 November 2019

Third Force News

Fate of precious wildlife site is in the Scottish Government's hands

http://thirdforcenews.org.uk/tfn-news/fate-of-precious-wildlife-site-is-in-the-scottish-governments-hands

 

29 November 2019

The Press & Journal

Fate of Coul Links in ministers' hands

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1900863/fate-of-coul-links-in-ministers-hands/

 

29 November 2019

The Northern Times

Decision on proposed new golf course at Coul Links due soon

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/decision-on-proposed-new-golf-course-at-coul-links-due-soon-187128/

 

29 November 2019

Scottish Wildlife Trust

Decision on Coul Links could come at any time

https://scottish-wildlifetrust.org.uk/news/decision-on-coul-links-could-come-at-any-time/

 

25 August 2019

The Observer

UK'is failing to protect wildlife habitats', new EU report shows

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2019/aug/25/uk-failing-to-protect-wildlife-new-eu-report-shows

 

19 August 2019

The Ferret

Anger at US golf developer's attack on Scotland's environmental rules

https://theferret.scot/golf-keiser-coul-links-podcast/

 

19 August 2019

The National

US golf developer takes swing at Scotland's environment rules

https://www.thenational.scot/news/17844377.us-golf-developer-takes-swing-scotland-39-s-environment-rules/

 

13 August 2019

The Times

Coul Links: Wildlife groups 'using Trump to sabotage golf project'

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/scotland/coul-links-wildlife-groups-using-trump-to-sabotage-golf-project-dkmq7z0j0

 

8 July 2019

Brinkwire

Development v environment: where does the balance lie?

https://en.brinkwire.com/news/development-v-environment-where-does-the-balance-lie/

 

4 july 2019

GolfDigest.com Golfworld

Mike's magic touch: Why the Keiser Method works

https://www.golfdigest.com/story/why-the-keiser-method-works

 

3 July 2019

rspb.org.uk

Special conservation status of Trump golf dunes to be revoked. Can we make Scotland's environment great again?

https://community.rspb.org.uk/ourwork/b/scotland/posts/special-conservation-status-of-trump-golf-course-dunes-to-be-revoked-can-we-make-scotland-s-environment-great-again-tag-savecoullinks

 

2 July 2019

HuffPost

Donald Trump's Aberdeenshire golf course dunes could lose protected status

https://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/entry/donald-trump-aberdeenshire-golf-course-dunes-could-lose-protected-status_uk_5d1b08e8e4b07f6ca582ac62

 

29 June 2019

Mail Online

Sand dunes at Trump's Aberdeenshire golf resort could lose their protected wildlife status after construction of fairways and greens 'destroyed dynamic nature of site'

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7193297/Sand-dunes-Trumps-Aberdeenshire-golf-resort-lose-protected-wildlife-status.html

 

28 June 2019

The Scotsman

Donald Trump golf course dunes to lose protected status

https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/donald-trump-golf-course-dunes-to-lose-protected-status-1-4955677

 

28 June 2019

The Guardian

Dunes at Trump golf course in Scotland to lose protected status

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2019/jun/28/dunes-at-trump-golf-course-in-scotland-to-lose-protected-status

 

28 June 2019

The Telegraph

'Destroyed' dunes at Donald Trump Aberdeenshire golf course to lose special status

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/06/28/destroyed-dunes-donald-trumps-aberdeenshire-golf-course-lose/

 

28 June 2019

The Times

'Destroyed' Donald Trump Menie golf course dunes to lose special status

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/destroyed-donald-trump-menie-golf-course-dunes-to-lose-special-status-31sz30zgz

 

28 June 2019

The National

'Destroyed' Trump golf course dunes to lose protected status

https://www.thenational.scot/news/17737032.destroyed-dunes-of-trump-golf-course-to-lose-protected-status

 

28 June 2019

BBC News

Trump golf course dunes to lose special status

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-48789620

 

11 June 2019

The Northern Times

£3.2k cost of Coul Inquiry

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/3-2k-cost-of-coul-inquiry-179036/

 

10 May 2019

No Laying Up

Podcast, episode 213: Mike Keiser (Coul Links: minutes 12.00 - 17.00)

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-laying-up-golf-podcast/id880837011

 

22 March 2019

Ross-Shire Journal

Coul Links golf course plans slammed as 'damaging and inappropriate'

https://www.ross-shirejournal.co.uk/news/coul-links-plans-are-damaging-and-inappropriate-charities-claim-176004/

 

21 March 2019

The Press & Journal

Leading witness for opposition gives evidence as Coul Links inquiry enters day 13

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1704501/leading-witness-for-not-coul-put-on-the-stand-as-coul-links-inquiry-enters-day-13/

 

21 March 2019

The Ferret

Sturgeon pressed to better protect wildlife

https://theferret.scot/ramsar-sturgeon-wildlife/

 

13 March 2019

Te Press & Journal

Witness tells Coul Links public inquiry that proposed plans are not flood-proofed

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1698065/witness-tells-coul-links-public-inquiry-that-proposed-plans-are-not-flood-proofed/

 

9 March 2019

The Guardian

Golf tycoons want to raid Scotland. It is our duty to defend its beauty

https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2019/mar/09/golf-tycoons-want-to-raid-scotland-duty-to-defend-beauty

 

11 March 2019

Plantlife

Coul Links update

https://www.plantlife.org.uk/uk/blog/coul-links-update-1

 

8 March 2019

The Press & Journal

Coul Links site visit as inquiry postponed

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1694067/coul-links-site-visit-as-inquiry-postponed/

 

28 February 2019

The Press & Journal

Second witness on the stand as Coul Links inquiry enters second day

https://www.pressand journal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1687748/second-witness-on-the-stand-as-coul-links-inquiry-enters-second-day/

 

27 February 2019

The Press & Journal

Controversial Coul Links public inquiry underway

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/inverness/1686974/controversial-coul-links-public-inquiry-underway/

 

25 February 2019

The Scotsman

Coul Links: inquiry into £6m Highland golf course plan to get under way

https://wwwscotsman.com/news/coul-links-inquiry-into-6m-highland-golf-course-plan-to-get-under-way-1-4878776

 

25 February 2019

The Times

Plea to ditch 'harmful' Coul Links wetlands golf course near Dornoch

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/plea-to-ditch-harmful-coul-links-wetlands-golf-course-near-dornoch-lgbk2215b

 

22 February 2019

The Northern Times

Golf links planning inquiry set to begin

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Golf-links-planning-inquiry-set-to-begin-22022019.htm

 

18 February 2019

The Herald

Inquiry ready for opening shots in golf battle for nature heaven

https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/17439461.inquiry-ready-for-opening-shots-in-golf-battle-over-nature-heaven/

 

12 February 2019

ramblers.org/news

Walking bodies unite to fight controversial golf course bid

https://www.ramblers.org.uk/news/news/2019/february/walking-bodies-unite-to-fight-controversial-golf-course-bid.aspx

 

3 February 2019

The National

Scottish Government 'leave wildlife at risk' from Coul Links golf plan

https://www.thenational.scot/news/17405007.scottish-government-leave-wildlife-at-risk-from-coul-links-golf-plan/

 

3 February 2019

The Sunday Times

US tycoon Todd Warnock in the rough over plan to develop a five-star resort near Dornoch

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/us-tycoon-todd-warnock-in-the-rough-over-plan-to-develop-a-five-star-resort-near-dornoch-w35mzt6mx

 

3 February 2019

The Ferret

Ministers accused of 'skullduggery' that could harm wildlife

https://theferret.scot/ramsar-coul-links-scottish-ministers/

 

19 December 2018

The National

Scottish golf tourism value increases to £300m after strong growth

https://www.thenational.scot/news/17309499.scottish-golf-tourism-value-increases-to-300m-after-strong-growth/

 

18 December 2018

The Great Outdoors

Walking bodies unite to fight controversial Coul Links golf course bid

https://www.tgomagazine.co.uk/news/walking-bodies-unite-to-fight-controversial-coul-links-golf-course-bid/

 

18 December 2018

MailOnline

US billionaire golf tycoon's £10m plan for Scottish course to rival Trump's could be in ruins after animal charities fight to preserve rare sand fly

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6509529/US-billionaire-golf-tycoons-10m-plan-Scottish-course-rival-Trumps-ruins.html

 

18 December 2018

The Scotsman

US billionaire plans for rival Trump golf course could be halted due to rare fly

https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/us-billionaire-plans-for-rival-trump-golf-course-could-be-halted-due-to-rare-fly-1-4845674

 

17 December 2018

Press & Journal

Nature experts announced as Coul Links inquiry appraoches

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1631616/nature-experts-announced-as-coul-links-inquiry-approaches/

 

14 December 2018

Mark Avery

Press Release (RSPB) - Coul Links

https://markavery.info/2018/12/14/press-release-coul-links/

 

8 November 2018

The Times

Tiny fly ready to stymie tycoons' golf links plan

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/scotland/tiny-fly-ready-to-stymie-tycoons-golf-links-plan-nr5x9nnt9

 

17 November 2018

Press & Journal

Sutherland golf course fly is now on the endangered list

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1611362/sutherland-golf-course-fly-is-now-on-the-endangered-list/

 

1 November 2018

Press & Journal

Rules teed up for Coul Links inquiry

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1599280/rules-teed-up-for-coul-links-inquiry/

 

31 October 2018

The National

Controversial Coul Links inquiry expected to begin in February

http://www.thenational.scot/news/17189799.controversial-coul-links-inquiry-expected-to-begin-in-february/

31 October 2018

Press & Journal

Setting the stage for a public inquiry into the Coul Links plan

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1598224/setting-the-stage-for-a-public-inquiry-into-the-coul-links-plan/

 

30 October 2018

BBC News

Inquiry into Coul Links golf project expected in early 2019

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-46031012

 

27 October 2018

Press &  Journal

Golf course hearing heading to court

https://www.pressreader.com/uk/the-press-and-journal-aberdeen-and-aberdeenshire/20181027/283377652951973

 

21 September 2018

RSPB Scottish Nature Notes

Latest developments on the Coul Links campaign

http://ww2.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2018/09/21/latest-developments-on-the-coul-links-campaign.aspx

 

25 August 2018

The Times

Ministers review Coul Links golf project

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/ministers-review-coul-links-golf-project-7jd5z0v0x

 

25 August 2018

The Orkney News

Golf course development on Coul Links to be reviewed by Scottish Government

https://theorkneynews.scot/2018/08/25/golf-course-development-on-coul-links-to-be-reviewed-by-scottish-government/

 

25 August 2018

BirdGuides

Proposed Coul Links golf course suspended

https://www.birdguides.com/news/proposed-coul-links-golf-course-suspended/

 

25 August 2018

The Press & Journa;

Scottish Ministers 'call in' controversial Coul Links golf proposal

https://www.pressandjournal.co.ul/fp/news/highlands/1548144/scottish-ministers-call-in-planning-consent-of-coul-links-for-review

 

25 August 2018

The National

Scottish government delays controversial Coul Links golf course build

http://www.thenational.scot/news/16598423.scottisk-government-delays-controversial-coul-links-golf-course-build/

 

24 August 2018

BBC News

Controversial Coul Links golf project called in

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-45295948

 

24 August 2018

iNews

Coul Links Highland golf course plan to be scrutinised by Scottish Government

https://inews.co.uk/news/scotland/coul-links-highland-golf-course-plan-scottish-government/

 

24 August 2018

Holyrood

Scottish Government calls in Coul Links golf course planning application

https://www.holyrood.com/articles/news/scottish-government-calls-in-coul-links-golf-course-planning-application

 

18 August 2018

RSPB - Scottish Nature Notes

Conservation partners appeal to international body for rescue mission

http://ww2.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2018/08/18/coul-links-conservation-partners-appeal-to-international-body-for-rescue-mission.aspx

 

14 August 2018

The Guardian

Plantwatch: unspoilt, rare dunes earmarked for new golf course

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2018/aug14/plantwatch-unspoilt-rare-dunes-earmarked-for-new-golf-course

 

12 August 2018

The Herald

Plans for golf links on Scottisj wildlife site at Coul 'would be blocked' in England

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16413502.plans-for-golf-links-on-scottish-wildlife-site-at-coul-would-be-blocked-in-england/

 

9 August 2018

markavery.info

Coul Links - Jonny Hughes

https://markavery.info/2018/08/09/guest-blog-coul-links-by-jonny-hughes/

 

1 August 2018

Press & Journal

Decision on contraversial Coul Links delayed

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1531927/decision-on-contraversial-coul-links-delayed/

 

31 July 2018

stv news

Coul Links golf course decision delayed after objections

https://stv.tv/news/north/1425394-coul-links-planning-permission-delayed-after-objections/

 

31 July 2018

The Northern Times

Scottish ministers extend their review period on Coul Links

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Scottish-ministers-extend-their-review-period-on-Coul-Links-31072018.htm

 

31 July 2018

BBC News

Scotland's heritage sites need more protection, says NTS

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-45018063

 

31 July 2018

The Herald

Trust demands overhaul of planning system amid fears for iconic sites

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16387036.trust-demands-overhaul-of-planning-system-amid-fears-for-iconic-sites/

 

31 July 2018

Press & Journal

'Changs laws or lose crucial heritage sotes", conservation boss claims

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1531227/hold-for-reaction-heritage-sites-at-risk-conservation-boss-claims/

 

29 July 2018

The Times

Trump resort has 'ruined' sand dunes

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/trump-resort-has-ruined-sand-dunes-09cdkqnch

 

29 July 2018

The Guardian

Trump golf resort wrecked special nature site, reports reveal

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jul/29/donald-trump-golf-environment-sssi-damaged-broken-promises

 

27 July 2018

The Northern Times

Clock's ticking down quickly for decision on Coul Links golf bid

https://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Clocks-ticking-down-quickly-for-decision-on-Coul-Links-golf-bid-27072018.htm

 

26 July 2018

The Scotsman

Aedan Smith: Now's the time for the Scottish Government to prove its environmrntal credentials

https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/aedan-smith-now-s-the-time-for-the-scottish-government-to-prove-its-environmental-credentials-1-4773595

 

21 July 2018

pressreader - The Scotsman

The battle lines are drawn over golf course plan. Which side are you on?

https://www.pressreader.com/uk/the-scotsman/20180721/282991105688748

4 July 2018

Ramblers

Scottish Government urged to review Coul links golf course plan

http://ramblers.org.uk/news/news/2018/june/scottish-government-urged-to-review-coul-links-golf-course-proposals.aspx

 

4 July 2018

The Scotsman

Environmental experts call on Holyrood to block golf course

https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/environmental-experts-call-on-holyrood-to-block-golf-course-1-4763561

 

4 July 2018

The Times

Ministers are urged to review golf course plan

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/ministers-are-urged-to-review-golf-course-plan-bg6mwxbn0

 

3 July 2018

BBC Good Morning Scotland

0:36:00 - 0:42:00, 1:36:00 - 1:42.00 and 2:36:00 - 2:43.00

https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0b8g4lw

 

3 July 2018

BBC News

International body concerned by Coul Links golf plan

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-44682618

 

2 July 2018

The Orkney News

Coul Links: Ramsar status; the UK government has failed in its obligations

https://theorkneynews.scot/2018/07/02/coul-links-ramsar-status-the-uk-government-has-failed-in-its-obligations/

 

26 June 2018

The Scotsman

101 reasons to stop the planned Coul Links golf course

https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/ilona-amos-101-reasons-to-stop-the-planned-coul-links-golf-course-1-4759663

 

25 June 2018

The Orkney News

The Coul Links saga shows councillors lack of respect for local opinion

https://theorkneynews.scot/2018/06/25/the-coul-links-saga-shows-councillors-lack-of-respect-for-local-opinion/

This article was followed by a right to reply piece that once again identifies opponents of the golf plan as being from "south of the border" or "incomers". That the developers are American seems to be overlooked. https://theorkneynews.scot/2018/06/27/the-coul-links-right-to-reply-reaction-from-the-rspb/

 

25 June 2018

Golf Advisor

Could Coul Links help Scotland’s Highlands become as popular as St. Andrews?

https://www.golfadvisor.com/articles/coul-links-impact-17809.htm

23 June 2018

RSPB

Fate of Coul Links now in the hands of Scottish Government

https://ww2.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2018/06/23/fate-of-coul-links-now-in-the-hands-of-scottish-government.aspx

 

23 June 2018

The Guardian

Highland fury as Trump rival drives golf course plan forward

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2018/jun/23/highland-fury-trump-rival-drives-golf-course-plan

 

21 June 2018

The Times

Councillors ignore environment to approve £8m Coul Links plan
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/councillors-ignore-environment-to-approve-8m-golf-course-plan-9sxcqq2sv

 

21 June 2018

Marine Conservation Society

Scottish Government urged to step in to save Coul Links

https://www.mcsuk.org/news/coul_links

 

21 June 2018

The National

Coul Links golf course final say will be by ministers

https://www.mcsuk.org/news/coul_links

 

21 June 2018

Press and Journal

Plans for Coul Links golf course get the go-ahead in spite of locals’ concerns

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1502827/plans-for-coul-links-golf-course-get-the-go-ahead-in-spite-of-locals-concerns/

 

20 June 2018

The Herald
Anger as controversial golf course plans gets go-ahead despite mass objections

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16303578.Anger_as_controversial_golf_course_plans_get_go-ahead_despite_mass_objections/

 

20 June 2018

The Scotsman
Controversial Highland dunes golf course gets green light

https://www.scotsman.com/news/controversial-highland-dunes-golf-course-gets-green-light-1-4757394

 

20 June 2018

inews

Coul Links: £10m Scottish golf course approved despite habitat destruction fears

https://inews.co.uk/news/scotland/coul-links-10m-scottish-golf-course-approved-despite-wildlife-fears/

20 June 2018

BBC News

Embo’s Coul Links golf course backed by councillors

https://www.bbc.co.uk.news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-44537876

 

20 June 2018

The National

Councillors to decide whether to allow Coul Links golf course

http://www.thenational.scot/news/16301030.Councillors_to_decide_whether_to_allow_Coul_Links_golf_course/

 

20 June 2018

insider.co.uk

Coul Links golf course plan decision due

https://www.insider.co.uk/news/coul-links-golf-development-highlands-12748689

 

16 June 2018
Press & Journal
Councillors to make final decision on Coul Links golf course plans

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1498926/councillors-to-make-final-decision-on-coul-links-golf-course-plans/

 

15 June 2018
BBC News
Refusal recommended again for Coul Links near Embo

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-44495020

 

8 June 2018

National Trust for Scotland
Conservation bodies ask First Minister to step in on Coul Links decision
https://www.nts.org.uk/stories/conservation-bodies-ask-first-minister-to-step-in-on-coul-links-decision

6 June 2018
Press & Journal
Highland councillors defy their officials by voicing unanimous support for Coul Links plans
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1491262/highland-councillors-defy-their-officials-by-voicing-unanimous-support-for-coul-links-plans/

5 June 2018
BBC News
Councillors defer decision on Coul Links golf course
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-44371329

5 June 2018
Third Force News
First minister must step in to save precious habitat from destruction
http://thirdforcenews.org.uk/tfn-news/first-minister-must-step-in-to-save

5 June 2018
Golf course architecture
Decision on Coul Links deferred for two weeks
http://www.golfcoursearchitecture.net/content/decision-on-coul-links-deferred-for-two-weeks

5 June 2018
Bunkered
Coul Links developer ‘thankful’ after councillors defer course decision
http://www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/coul-links-developer-thankful-after-councillors-defer-course-decision

5 June 2018
golfpunkhq
Coul Links development moves another step closer
http://www.golfpunkhq.com/news/article/coul-links-development-moves-another-step-closer

3 June 2018
The Herald
10 species at risk of extinction amid fears Scotland is missing wildlife targets
http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/16266073.10_species_at_risk_of_extinction_amid_fears_Scotland_is_missing_wildlife_targets/

2 June 2018
The National
MSP raises hope that Coul Links plan could still tee off
http://www.thenational.scot/news/16265206.MSP_raises_hope_that_golf_course_plan_could_still_tee_off/

31 May 2018
The Times
Sand traps Trump rival’s plan to build 450-acre golf course
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/sand-traps-trump-rivals-plan-to-build-450-acre-golf-course-3tjrkd6wm

31 May 2018
thirdforcenews
Charities’ joy as controversial golf plans sunk
http://thirdforcenews.org.uk/tfn-news/charities-joy-as-controversial-golf-plans-sunk

31 May 2018
The Scotsman
Trump rival’s plan for golf course on rare Scottish dunes at risk
https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/trump-rival-s-plan-for-golf-course-on-rare-scottish-dunes-at-risk-1-4747421

31 May 2018
Press & Journal
Councillors face huge decision over controversial Highland golf course plans
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1487017/councillors-face-huge-decision-over-controversial-highland-golf-course-plans/

31 May 2018
scottishconstructionnow.com
Refusal recommended for Coul Links golf course
http://www.scottishconstructionnow.com/26592/building-briefs-may-30th-3/#

30 May 2018
BBC News
Refusal recommended for Coul Links golf course
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-44302982

30 May 2018
golfcoursearchitecture
Coul Links preparing for planning hearing set for 5 June
http://www.golfcoursearchitecture.net/content/coul-links-preparing-for-planning-hearing-set-for-5-june

28 May 2018
golfpunkhq.com
Second statutory body removes key objections to Coul Links golf development
http://www.golfpunkhq.com/news/article/second-statutory-body-removes-key-objections-to-coul-links-golf-development-

24 May 2018
Press & Journal
Campaigners question economic claims of Coul Links developers
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1482079/campaigners-question-economic-claims-of-coul-links-developers/

11 May 2018]
Press & Journal
Coul Links would be ‘good for the economy and environment,’ says US mayor
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1472397/coul-links-would-be-good-for-the-economy-and-environment-says-us-mayor/

21 April 2018
Press & Journal
Huge public reaction to Coul Links golf course plans
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/inverness/1459054/huge-public-reaction-to-coul-links-gold-course-plans/

3 April 2018
BBC radio 4: Costing the earth
Dunes into bunkers
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b09xjw3p

31 March 2018
rspb.org.uk
What’s happening at Coul Links: campaign update
http://ww2.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2018/03/31/what-s-happening-at-coul-links-campaign-update.aspx

BBC News
Sepa removes objections to Coul Links golf course
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-43540811

26 March 2018
Golf Monthly
Proposed Coul Links golf course in Scotland moves closer
http://www.golf-monthly.co.uk/news/proposed-coul-links-golf-course-scotland-153170

26 March 2018
The Scotsman
Controversial “world-class” Highlands golf course a step nearer
https://www.scotsman.com/business/controversial-world-class-highlands-golf-course-a-step-nearer-1-4712689

26 March 2018
Press & Journal
SEPA withdraws Coul Links objections
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1441251/sepa-withdraws-coul-links-objections/

26 March 2018
Northern Times
SEPA withdraw objections to Coul Golf Course development
https://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/SEPA-withdraw-objections-to-Coul-Golf-Course-development-25032018.htm

20 February 2018
Press & Journal
Coul Links “masterpiece” will bring sustainable economic benefits to the Highlands
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1418187/coul-links-masterpiece-will-bring-sustainable-economic-benefits-highlands/

20 February 2018
thegolfbusiness.co.uk
World’s fifth oldest golf course is losing 1.5 metres of land per year to coastal erosion
http://www.thegolfbusiness.co.uk/2018/02/worlds-fifth-oldest-golf-course-is-losing-1-5-metres-of-land-per-year-to-coastal-erosion/

18 February 2018
Herald Scotland
Warning: Golf links will disappear into the sea
http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/homenews/16030511.Warning__golf_links_will_disappear_into_the_sea/

9 February 2018
Press & Journal
Nicola Sturgeon dismisses claim that officials interfered in Highland golf course plans
https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/politics/holyrood/1410539/nicola-sturgeon-dismisses-claim-that-officials-interfered-in-highland-golf-course-plans/

3 February 2018
BBC News

Green’s John Finnie challenges government over Coul Links

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-42993279

5 February 2018

theferret.scot

Scottish government ‘repeating mistakes over Trump’ by helping new golf plan

https://theferret.scot/scottish-government-mistakes-trump-coul-links/

 

5 February 2018

Daily Record

Scottish Government accused of repeating Trump mistake as they schmooze with another golf billionaire
https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics/scottish-government-accused-repeating-trump-11970144

4 February 2018

The Herald

Trump mistakes must not be repeated

http://www.heraldscotland.com/opinion/sunday_herald_view/15918693.Trump_mistakes_must_not_be_repeated/?ref=twtrec

 

4 February 2018

The Herald

American tycoon 'getting cosy with Scottish Government over golf course plans - can this be happening again?

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/15918692.Deja_Vu_____it__39_s_Trump_Mk_IIAn_American_tycoon_getting_cosy_with_the_Scottish_government_over_plans_for_a_golf_course_____it_can__39_t_be_happening_again__can_it_/?ref=twtrec

 

19 January 2018

The Press & Journal

SNH could remove one of its objections to controversial Coul Links

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1395422/snh-could-remove-one-of-its-objections-to-controversial-coul-links/

 

18 January 2018

The Scotsman

Controversial Highland dunes golf course moves a step closer

https://www.scotsman.com/news/environment/controversial-highland-dunes-golf-course-moves-a-step-closer-1-4665258

 

16 January 2018

theverge.com

The billionaire vs, the fly

https://www.theverge.com/2018/1/16/16892904/not-coul-links-scotland-golf-course-mike-keiser-conservation

 

6 January 2018

Press & Journal

Coul Link opponents accused of issuing “mish-mash of inaccuracies”

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1387055/coul-link-opponents-accused-of-issuing-mish-mash-of-inaccuracies/

 

31 December 2017

heraldscotland.com

2018: the shape of things to come: Climate change front and centre

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/15800360.2018__the_shape_of_things_to_come_Climate_change_front_and_centre/

 

24 December 2017

heraldscotland.com

2017 The year in review: Our blue planet at risk from climate pollution

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/15791801.2017_The_year_in_review__Our_blue_planet_at_risk_from_climate_pollution/

 

24 December 2017

podchaser.com

Coul Links, will it happen? Mins. 19.10 - 33.00

https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/scottish-golf-travel-6830/episodes/ep116-coul-links-will-it-happe-2425999

 

22 December 2017

scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk

Last chance to save Coul Links

https://scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/news/last-chance-save-coul-links/

 

22 December 2017

The Northern Times

Coul row hots up

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Coul-row-hots-up-22122017.htm

 

22 December 2017

thenational.scot

Coul Links battle hots up as objectors attack golf course plan

http://www.thenational.scot/news/15788229.Coul_Links_battle_hots_up_as_objectors_attack_golf_course_plan/

 

21 December 2017

thenational.scot

Letters: Warnock was not serious about discussing Coul Links, says Finnie

http://thenational.scot/news/15788174.Letters__Warnock_was_not_serious_about_discussing_Coul_Links__says_Finnie/

 

21 December 2017

thenational.scot

Todd Warnock: It’s not fair to bring Trump into Coul Links debate

http://www.thenational.scot/news/15785019.Todd_Warnock__It___s_not_fair_to_bring_Trump_into_Coul_Links_debate/

 

20 December 2017

Press & Journal

Golf course developers scathing over ‘scare tactics’ by eco group

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1378979/developers-warn-of-scaremongering-from-environmental-groups-over-coul-links-plans/

 

19 December 2017

Inside Ecology

Over 900 objections speak out against Coul Links golf course plans

https://insideecology.com/2017/12/19/over-900-objections-speak-out-against-coul-links-golf-course-plans/

 

19 December 2017

geoffshackleford.com

Coul Links Co-Developer: "How I discovered Trump is fueling anti_US feeling"

http://www.geoffshackelford.com/homepage/2017/12/19/coul-links-co-developer-how-i-discovered-trump-is-fueling-an.html

 

19 December 2017

The Scotsman

US golf developer accuses opponents of anti-American bias

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1377550/conservation-groups-back-sepa-objection-to-coul-links-plans/

 

19 December 2017

The Scotsman

Todd Warnock: How I discovered Trump is fueling anti-US feeling

https://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/todd-warnock-how-i-discovered-trump-is-fueling-anti-us-feeling-1-4642586

 

18 December 2017

Press & Journal

Conservation groups back SEPA objection to Coul Links plans

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1377550/conservation-groups-back-sepa-objection-to-coul-links-plans/

 

15 December 2017

birdguides.com

Golf course risk to Coul Links

https://www.birdguides.com/news/golf-course-risk-to-coul-links/

 

15 December 2017

finegolf.co.uk

Coul Links welcomed?

http://www.finegolf.co.uk/2017/12/15/coul-links-welcomed/

 

15 December 2017

golfpunkhq.com

Coul Links responds to RSPB statement

http://www.golfpunkhq.com/news/article/coul-links-responds-to-rspb-statement

 

14 December 2017

The Press & Journal

Bird charity claims golf links threat to ‘amazing’ rare habitat

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1375580/bird-groups-are-latest-to-protest-against-coul-links-golf-course/

 

14 December 2017

bunkered.com

Coul Links team accuse RSPB of 'spreading misinformation'

http://www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/coul-links-team-accuse-rspb-of-spreading-misinformation?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bunkered+%28Bunkered+Golf+Magazine%29

 

14 December 2017

thenational

RSPB warn that golf course plan at Coul Links could hit wildlife

http://www.thenational.scot/news/15771424.RSPB_warn_that_golf_course_plan_at_Coul_Links_could_hit_wildlife/

 

9 December 2017

golfpunkhq.com

The battle against Coul Links goes global

http://www.golfpunkhq.com/news/article/the-battle-against-coul-links-goes-global

 

8 December 2017

thenational

John Finnie: The possible threat to the Coul Links must not be sidelined

http://www.thenational.scot/politics/15709364.John_Finnie__The_possible_threat_to_the_Coul_Links_must_not_be_sidelined/

 

6 December 2017

cablemagazine.scot

Not Coul: the golf development question, revisited

https://www.cablemagazine.scot/croal-not-coul/

 

4 December 2017

The Press & Journal

Golf course backers shrug off burgeoning opposition

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1369732/golf-course-backers-shrug-off-burgeoning-opposition/

 

1 December 2017

The Northern Times

Battle to prevent Coul Links golf course development going ahead goes viral

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Battle-to-prevent-Coul-Links-golf-course-development-going-ahead-goes-viral-30112017.htm

 

1 December 2017

The Northern Times - letters

Not Coul rests on the quality of our arguments

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/Opinion/Letters/Not-Coul-rests-on-the-quality-of-our-arguments-30112017.htm

The letters to which Dr Dargie is responding can be found in pdf format at the foot of this page

 

29 November 2017

rspb.org.uk - our work - Scottish nature notes

Coul Links: A blow to the development and a surprise invite

http://www.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2017/11/29/coul-links-a-blow-to-the-development-and-a-surprise-invite.aspx

 

29 November 2017

bunkered.co.uk

Coul Links project takes ‘big step forward’

http://www.bunkered.co.uk/golf-news/coul-links-project-takes-big-step-forward

 

28 November 2017

BBC Scotland

Coul Links developers remain positive in face of objections

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-42143171

 

27 November 2017

The Northern Times

Coul Links developers welcome SNH objection

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Coul-Links-developers-welcome-SNH-objection-27112017.htm

heraldscotland.com published the same press release from the developers verbatim pasted in as a news story on 28 November 

 

27 November 2017

The Northern Times

SNH object to Coul Links golf course proposal

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/SNH-object-to-Coul-Links-golf-course-proposal-27112017.htm

 

27 November 2017

rspb.org.uk - community - Scottish nature notes

Save Coul Links: conservation partnership appeals to Ramsar

https://www.rspb.org.uk/community/ourwork/b/scotland/archive/2017/11/27/conservation-partnership-appeals-to-international-convention-to-help-save-coul-links.aspx

 

25 November 2017

heraldscotland.com

Scottish Natural Heritage opposes plan for new golf course at Coul Links

http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/environment/15683255.Golf_course_plan_suffers_new_blow/

 

24 November 2017

thenational.scot

Trump rival's planned site for Highland golf course should 'be protected for the nation', says National Trust for Scotland

http://www.thenational.scot/news/15680980.Trump_rival___s_planned_site_for_Highland_golf_course_should__be_protected_for_the_nation___says_National_Trust_for_Scotland/

 

24 November 2017

The Press & Journal

Hotel to expand as it cheers new golf course plan

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1364312/hotel-beside-royal-dornoch-backs-coul-links-plans-while-announcing-1-million-extension/

 

24 November 2017

The Times

Golfers will destroy dunes ecosystem at Coul Links, says National Trust for Scotland

https://www.thetimes.co.uk/edition/scotland/golfers-will-destroy-dunes-ecosystem-at-coul-links-says-national-trust-for-scotland-92h7q2dxj

 

24 November 2017

The Northern Times

Confidence in Coul Links project prompts Royal Golf expansion

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/News/Confidence-in-Coul-Links-golf-project-prompts-Royal-Golf-expansion-plans-23112017.htm

 

24 November 2017

Scotsman.com

Protest grows over dunes golf course planned by Trump rival

http://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/protest-grows-over-dunes-golf-course-planned-by-trump-rival-1-4621769

 

24 November 2017

The Northern Times - Letters

Can we not have a sensible debate about Coul Links golf?

http://www.northern-times.co.uk/Opinion/Letters/Can-we-not-have-a-sensible-debate-about-Coul-Links-golf-23112017.htm

This letter is a response to one published in The Northern Times of 17 November 2017 a copy of which can be found at the foot of this page.

 

23 November 2017

inews.co.uk

Trump-style golf row as National Trust objects to £10m course

https://inews.co.uk/essentials/news/uk/trump-style-golf-row-national-trust-objects-new-10m-course/

 

20 November 2017

 

 

https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands/1357336/coul-links-objectors-exaggerating-impact-on-bird-life/23