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Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023
Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023

Entries are now open for The Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) Highlands and Islands Business Excellence Awards.


Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023
Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023

The Bank of England has raised interest rates to 5 per cent, adding to the strain on households struggling with soaring mortgage costs.


Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023
Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023

Sharon Leon was founded in 1963 and 60 years on it is still the go-to retailer for carpets and flooring in the Highlands.


Highland businesses named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

21 June 2023
Highland businesses named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

Highland businesses named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

21 June 2023

Several Highland businesses have been named by the UK Government for failing to pay the National Minimum Wage (NMW) to the lowest paid workers.


Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023
Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards 2023 is a great way to recognise the females making a difference.


'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023
'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023

It has been announced today that the controversial Deposit Return Scheme will be delayed until at least October 2025.


Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

30 May 2023
Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

30 May 2023

An ambitious plan for Scotland’s first net zero airline to provide affordable flights across the Highlands has won a leading competition.


Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023
Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited has announced that the former chief executive of Loganair has been appointed as its interim managing director.


Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023
Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards is returning again this year and it is looking for nominations for a variety of categories.


Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

24 April 2023
Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

24 April 2023

Almost 1.5 million people used the 11 regional airports in past year


Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

19 April 2023
Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

19 April 2023

MSP Rhoda Grant has said that "the song encapsulates the fury that is felt by rural communities."


DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

18 April 2023
DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

18 April 2023

The Federation of Small Businesses has welcomed today's news from the Scottish Government, but environmental campaign groups say it comes as a 'blow'.


'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

17 April 2023
'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

17 April 2023

The Federation of Small Businesses is calling for the Scottish Government to press pause on all new regulations that would impact small businesses.


Managing director of HIAL to step down from "best job in the Highlands and Islands"

13 April 2023
Managing director of HIAL to step down from "best job in the Highlands and Islands"

Managing director of HIAL to step down from "best job in the Highlands and Islands"

13 April 2023

Inglis Lyon, managing director of Highlands and Islands Airport Ltd (HIAL) has announced his intention to step down from his role this summer.


Businesses join forces to support Highlands events industry

12 April 2023
Businesses join forces to support Highlands events industry

Businesses join forces to support Highlands events industry

12 April 2023

Cru Holdings and KBE Events have joined forces to create Highland Cater Hire.


EXECUTIVE: Financial firm is passionate about helping residents of rural Highlands

11 April 2023
EXECUTIVE: Financial firm is passionate about helping residents of rural Highlands

EXECUTIVE: Financial firm is passionate about helping residents of rural Highlands

11 April 2023

Phil Anderson Financial Services has had two record breaking months in its Highland office. We found out why it is passionate about rural communities.


Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

27 March 2023
Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

27 March 2023

Humza Yousaf was today elected the leader of the Scottish National Party – but what does that mean for Highland businesses?


Girls from Kingussie High School beat teams across country as top investors

14 March 2023
Girls from Kingussie High School beat teams across country as top investors

Girls from Kingussie High School beat teams across country as top investors

14 March 2023

The students came out top in the contest which aims to nurture future women in investment.


Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

12 March 2023
Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

Green Hero takes a creative approach to recycling

12 March 2023

The owners of Dunnet Bay Distillers, ensure that their customers can join them on their earth-loving journey by making recycling as easy as possible.


Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

11 March 2023
Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

Community champion provides emergency food and toiletries all year round

11 March 2023

Suzy Reid is the community champion at this year's Highland Heroes. Read more about her story, here.


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