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EMMA RODDICK: I want to reach out to the people who 'aren’t political'

03 October 2023
EMMA RODDICK: I want to reach out to the people who 'aren’t political'

EMMA RODDICK: I want to reach out to the people who 'aren’t political'

03 October 2023

She says 'it bothers me that many people have been told it’s something that happens to them, that they can’t affect.'


Defiant Fergus Ewing says 'I will not be gagged in any way, I will carry on'

29 September 2023
Defiant Fergus Ewing says 'I will not be gagged in any way, I will carry on'

Defiant Fergus Ewing says 'I will not be gagged in any way, I will carry on'

29 September 2023

He says when SNP chose Humza Yousaf over Kate Forbes the party made the biggest mistake in its history


Fergus Ewing: SNP no longer puts 'Scotland first' but 'I choose to defend my constituents'

27 September 2023
Fergus Ewing: SNP no longer puts 'Scotland first' but 'I choose to defend my constituents'

Fergus Ewing: SNP no longer puts 'Scotland first' but 'I choose to defend my constituents'

27 September 2023

The MSP launches astonishing attack saying 'in the old SNP it was always expected that country and constituency would come first.'


BREAKING: Rebel MSP Fergus Ewing suspended for one week from the SNP

27 September 2023
BREAKING: Rebel MSP Fergus Ewing suspended for one week from the SNP

BREAKING: Rebel MSP Fergus Ewing suspended for one week from the SNP

27 September 2023

The Inverness and Nairn MSP says 'I choose to defend my constituents and let the cards fall as they will.'


ARIANE BURGESS: Watering down climate pledges is disastrous for the environment and economy

26 September 2023
ARIANE BURGESS: Watering down climate pledges is disastrous for the environment and economy

ARIANE BURGESS: Watering down climate pledges is disastrous for the environment and economy

26 September 2023

She argues the 'Tories are turning their backs on a huge economic opportunity and the chance to rebuild our country.'


Rebel SNP veteran Fergus Ewing's disciplinary hearing set for tomorrow evening

26 September 2023
Rebel SNP veteran Fergus Ewing's disciplinary hearing set for tomorrow evening

Rebel SNP veteran Fergus Ewing's disciplinary hearing set for tomorrow evening

26 September 2023

Sources within the party confirm the new date as it is expected he will lose the whip for a week.


Bid by Aviemore developer to build 165 homes at Inshes is met with objections

25 September 2023
Bid by Aviemore developer to build 165 homes at Inshes is met with objections

Bid by Aviemore developer to build 165 homes at Inshes is met with objections

25 September 2023

But watchdog fears 'commercial nature of the development' poses flooding risks and school capacity issues


Highland Council leaves union in the dark over budget that could cost jobs

22 September 2023
Highland Council leaves union in the dark over budget that could cost jobs

Highland Council leaves union in the dark over budget that could cost jobs

22 September 2023

GMB spokesman says 'waiting until webcast and official report is not most opportune time to release this sort of information'


Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

21 September 2023
Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

Claims Highland Council cuts are pushing striking non-teaching staff to the limit

21 September 2023

It was revealed last night that some north schools will close for three days next week.


Fergus Ewing’s disciplinary hearing postponed amid reports the MSP has Covid

20 September 2023
Fergus Ewing’s disciplinary hearing postponed amid reports the MSP has Covid

Fergus Ewing’s disciplinary hearing postponed amid reports the MSP has Covid

20 September 2023

The SNP says a new date has not been determined but it will be set following Mr Ewing's recovery.


Jamie Halcro Johnston: The First Minister missed the chance to 'reinvigorate' the SNP

19 September 2023
Jamie Halcro Johnston: The First Minister missed the chance to 'reinvigorate' the SNP

Jamie Halcro Johnston: The First Minister missed the chance to 'reinvigorate' the SNP

19 September 2023

He argues Humza Yousaf's first Programme for Government was 'long, of little substance, and offered nothing new for the Highlands.'


Highland Council redundancies risk due to estimated £46m-£70m gap

18 September 2023
Highland Council redundancies risk due to estimated £46m-£70m gap

Highland Council redundancies risk due to estimated £46m-£70m gap

18 September 2023

Council leader Raymond Bremner warns cuts aimed at closing the budget gap would 'yet again be unprecedented.'


Highland Council vote confirms 10 school projects will not go ahead – for now

15 September 2023
Highland Council vote confirms 10 school projects will not go ahead – for now

Highland Council vote confirms 10 school projects will not go ahead – for now

15 September 2023

Exploration of options voted down as councillors argued during one of the longest ever debates in chamber


Questions as Tomatin-Moy dualling section will take six months longer than thought

14 September 2023
Questions as Tomatin-Moy dualling section will take six months longer than thought

Questions as Tomatin-Moy dualling section will take six months longer than thought

14 September 2023

MSP Fergus Ewing says 'obviously the yet further delay is a fresh embarrassment to the Scottish Government.'


Transport Scotland says it is 'not in the public interest' to reveal A9 decisions

07 September 2023
Transport Scotland says it is 'not in the public interest' to reveal A9 decisions

Transport Scotland says it is 'not in the public interest' to reveal A9 decisions

07 September 2023

MSP Fergus Ewing warns 'people will then surely ask what is it that the Scottish Government have got to hide?'


Highland campaigner secures a committee inquiry into A9 dualling failures

07 September 2023
Highland campaigner secures a committee inquiry into A9 dualling failures

Highland campaigner secures a committee inquiry into A9 dualling failures

07 September 2023

Laura Hansler says ‘those who have tragically lost their loved ones on the road are the reason why this is so exceptionally important.’


Kincraig campaigner's A9 dualling petition upgraded to a formal committee inquiry

07 September 2023
Kincraig campaigner's A9 dualling petition upgraded to a formal committee inquiry

Kincraig campaigner's A9 dualling petition upgraded to a formal committee inquiry

07 September 2023

Convener Jackson Carlaw says the move was prompted by the ‘hundreds of responses’ from concerned locals.


Tomatin to Moy dualling: No work before summer 2024 as costs rocket by £35 million

05 September 2023
Tomatin to Moy dualling: No work before summer 2024 as costs rocket by £35 million

Tomatin to Moy dualling: No work before summer 2024 as costs rocket by £35 million

05 September 2023

Transport secretary Màiri McAllan says the 'announcement will be a welcome update for communities and businesses across the A9 corridor.'


First Minister confirms launch of contract tender for Tomatin-Moy section of the A9

05 September 2023
First Minister confirms launch of contract tender for Tomatin-Moy section of the A9

First Minister confirms launch of contract tender for Tomatin-Moy section of the A9

05 September 2023

But A96 dialling could be at severe risk as only 'improvements' in Programme for Government


'Time to ditch confusing 50mph signs and raise HGV speed limit on A9'

04 September 2023
'Time to ditch confusing 50mph signs and raise HGV speed limit on A9'

'Time to ditch confusing 50mph signs and raise HGV speed limit on A9'

04 September 2023

Claims signs cause confusion particularly for drivers from overseas and those unfamiliar with A9


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