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Highland MSP hits back after Jason Leitch brands him as ‘rude’ in message to Humza Yousaf

26 January 2024
Highland MSP hits back after Jason Leitch brands him as ‘rude’ in message to Humza Yousaf

Highland MSP hits back after Jason Leitch brands him as ‘rude’ in message to Humza Yousaf

26 January 2024

Now Edward Mountain slams ‘petulant’ exchange adding it is not his job to be ‘subservient to the Scottish Government’.


WATCH: Highland MSPs baffled by Yousaf's response to healthcare investment halt

25 January 2024
WATCH: Highland MSPs baffled by Yousaf's response to healthcare investment halt

WATCH: Highland MSPs baffled by Yousaf's response to healthcare investment halt

25 January 2024

Labour and Tory MSPs slam First Minister for avoiding responsibility for Scottish Government decisions and again blaming Westminster.


Council hopes accounting move will bring in millions to plug £60 million blackhole

25 January 2024
Council hopes accounting move will bring in millions to plug £60 million blackhole

Council hopes accounting move will bring in millions to plug £60 million blackhole

25 January 2024

By extending its repayment on three Public Private Partnerships it would get a £68 million windfall but increase debt by £146 million.


A9 Inquiry: Reasons why the programme failed remain 'murky' amid government secrecy

24 January 2024
A9 Inquiry: Reasons why the programme failed remain 'murky' amid government secrecy

A9 Inquiry: Reasons why the programme failed remain 'murky' amid government secrecy

24 January 2024

MSP Jackson Carlaw says 'drift' started in 2018 and the public was kept in the dark despite 'serious reservations and doubt' internally.


EDWARD MOUNTAIN: Halt on capital projects 'another hammer blow' for NHS Highland

23 January 2024
EDWARD MOUNTAIN: Halt on capital projects 'another hammer blow' for NHS Highland

EDWARD MOUNTAIN: Halt on capital projects 'another hammer blow' for NHS Highland

23 January 2024

He says the stop 'places in great jeopardy the refurbishment of Raigmore’s maternity unit and projects in Caithness and Lochaber.'


Highland Council plans 7.95% rent hike to raise nearly £900,000

23 January 2024
Highland Council plans 7.95% rent hike to raise nearly £900,000

Highland Council plans 7.95% rent hike to raise nearly £900,000

23 January 2024

Extra cash will go to non-essential maintenance but there are concerns about 'potential affordability impacts'


EMMA RODDICK: 'At work, every positive decision is marred by the bigger picture'

16 January 2024
EMMA RODDICK: 'At work, every positive decision is marred by the bigger picture'

EMMA RODDICK: 'At work, every positive decision is marred by the bigger picture'

16 January 2024

She says 'I’m reminded dozens of times a day of the cost of being in the union.'


Macdonald Aviemore Resort's wedding fair showcases inspiration for soon-to-be married couples

14 January 2024
Macdonald Aviemore Resort's wedding fair showcases inspiration for soon-to-be married couples

Macdonald Aviemore Resort's wedding fair showcases inspiration for soon-to-be married couples

14 January 2024

The event included a catwalk show as well as bridal wear and dresses for mother of the bride or groom too.


Motorists are being warned of treacherous near whiteout conditions on the A9

14 January 2024
Motorists are being warned of treacherous near whiteout conditions on the A9

Motorists are being warned of treacherous near whiteout conditions on the A9

14 January 2024

The Met Office has extended its weather warning for the Highlands until Thursday


Highland Council getting personal as two members are to face the standards watchdog

14 January 2024
Highland Council getting personal as two members are to face the standards watchdog

Highland Council getting personal as two members are to face the standards watchdog

14 January 2024

Maxine Smith is in hot water over a spat with fellow councillor while Andrew Jarvie is up for 'feeling misled'


UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

13 January 2024
UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

UHI announce the death of Colin Mackay who played a ‘pivotal role’ in forming the university

13 January 2024

He had a distinguished career and was a renowned gastro-intestinal surgeon.


Met Office issues update on Arctic blast set to hit the Highlands with up to 10 cm of snow

13 January 2024
Met Office issues update on Arctic blast set to hit the Highlands with up to 10 cm of snow

Met Office issues update on Arctic blast set to hit the Highlands with up to 10 cm of snow

13 January 2024

Yellow weather warnings are in place as meteorologists indicate which areas may be able to build a snowman this weekend


Highland rail routes set for 'significant disruption' due to Network Rail safety works

13 January 2024
Highland rail routes set for 'significant disruption' due to Network Rail safety works

Highland rail routes set for 'significant disruption' due to Network Rail safety works

13 January 2024

The works are due to start at the end of the month and last for three days.


Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

10 January 2024
Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

Councillors set for Highland 'school estate emergency' showdown

10 January 2024

The north has the worst school buildings in Scotland but the council delayed the debate by more than three weeks.


ARIANE BURGESS: in these challenging times when many of us feel powerless and depressed

09 January 2024
ARIANE BURGESS: in these challenging times when many of us feel powerless and depressed

ARIANE BURGESS: in these challenging times when many of us feel powerless and depressed

09 January 2024

She says 'Eco-anxiety, the distress caused by these emergencies, is increasingly recognised,' asking 'how can we cope with these feelings?'


Kate Forbes MSP reflects on a 'weighty year' and shares hopes for future

02 January 2024
Kate Forbes MSP reflects on a 'weighty year' and shares hopes for future

Kate Forbes MSP reflects on a 'weighty year' and shares hopes for future

02 January 2024

Highland MSP Kate Forbes was a strong contender in the First Minister leadership race, winning more respect. Here she reflects on a 'weighty year'.


Drug dealer turf war blamed for violence in the Highlands by top cop

29 December 2023
Drug dealer turf war blamed for violence in the Highlands by top cop

Drug dealer turf war blamed for violence in the Highlands by top cop

29 December 2023

'What we are seeing playing out is... an internal power struggle between drug dealers'


WATCH: ‘At long last we have an announcement of an outline plan and that is welcome’

22 December 2023
WATCH: ‘At long last we have an announcement of an outline plan and that is welcome’

WATCH: ‘At long last we have an announcement of an outline plan and that is welcome’

22 December 2023

After months of blistering criticism, Fergus Ewing says ‘we have to be ready in life to accept victory’ but he still has questions.


EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

21 December 2023
EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

21 December 2023

Vowing to finish dualling by 2035, he tells the people of the Highlands 'I can give you that promise, that cast iron guarantee'.


EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

21 December 2023
EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

EXCLUSIVE: First Minister Humza Yousaf signs Inverness Courier's A9 Pledge

21 December 2023

Vowing to finish dualling by 2035, he tells the people of the Highlands 'I can give you that promise, that cast iron guarantee'.


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