Trossachs

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park authority board unanimously voted against the development, ruling that it did not comply with environmental and nature conservation policies.

A thorough investigation of the area's suitability has been promised before it joins the Cairngorms and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs in having the status.

She has previously lived and worked in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park as a ranger.

Rainfall of around 20-40mm is expected with levels around 50-75mm expected in areas of higher ground in Lochaber, Argyll, the Trossachs and parts of Dumfries and Galloway.

A further investigation will now be carried out into Galloway's suitability to join the country's two existing parks at the Cairngorms and Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.