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Gulls Attack Surge Sparks Urgent Safety Summit in Nairn

6/27/2025

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Nairn, Scotland, is facing a troubling surge in aggressive urban gulls, with 85 reported attacks last year. Local officials are eager to implement control measures, but bureaucratic hurdles stand in their way. Scottish Tories are urging a summit to tackle this pressing issue, emphasizing the serious threat these birds pose to public safety, including the risk of severe injuries or even fatalities.

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Nairn, Scotland, is facing a troubling surge in aggressive urban gulls, with 85 reported attacks last year. Local officials are eager to implement control measures, but bureaucratic hurdles stand in their way. Scottish Tories are urging a summit to tackle this pressing issue, emphasizing the serious threat these birds pose to public safety, including the risk of severe injuries or even fatalities.