Oil rigs destined for India and Bangladesh held

Three oil rigs that were due to be towed to India and Bangladesh to be scrapped have been ordered not to leave the Cromarty Firth.

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) has issued an order banning the movement of the structures pending an investigation.

The agency said it had concerns about the rigs’ “destination and disposal”.

It said it was investigating whether the movement of the rigs would be in accordance with regulations.

The Cromarty Firth is used for parking rigs and platforms while the structures are not in use.

GLASGOW