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WATCH: Officials put under pressure at A9 Crisis Summit

WATCH: Officials put under pressure at A9 Crisis Summit

WATCH: Officials put under pressure at A9 Crisis Summit

20 July 2023

The broken A9 dualling promise was put back in the spotlight as part of The Inverness Courier's ongoing campaign. Watch the full event here.


'Our connectivity is simply not good enough' says business leader at A9 Crisis Summit

'Our connectivity is simply not good enough' says business leader at A9 Crisis Summit

'Our connectivity is simply not good enough' says business leader at A9 Crisis Summit

19 July 2023

Colin Marr provided a summary of the problems facing business sectors due to the Scottish Government's broken promise to dual the A9 by 2025.


WATCH: 'I doubt I'll see A9 dualled in my lifetime' say attendees at Inverness Courier crisis summit

WATCH: 'I doubt I'll see A9 dualled in my lifetime' say attendees at Inverness Courier crisis summit

WATCH: 'I doubt I'll see A9 dualled in my lifetime' say attendees at Inverness Courier crisis summit

19 July 2023

People from across the region attended The Inverness Courier A9 Crisis Summit, yesterday.


Transport secretary vows to make contracts more favourable to those bidding on A9 dualling work

Transport secretary vows to make contracts more favourable to those bidding on A9 dualling work

Transport secretary vows to make contracts more favourable to those bidding on A9 dualling work

18 July 2023

The cabinet secretary has vowed to 'to work on contract terms' to make it more favourable for future procurements on the dualling of the A9.


HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

13 July 2023

The group was set up in recognition of the critical influence the housing crisis is having on businesses and communities across the region.


Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

07 July 2023

Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected over the Highlands tomorrow (Saturday 7).


Nicky Marr: Are we heading to ‘rich v poor’ health system again?

Nicky Marr: Are we heading to ‘rich v poor’ health system again?

Nicky Marr: Are we heading to ‘rich v poor’ health system again?

05 July 2023

The closure of rural GP practices for lack of staff means many rural communities find themselves without medical cover.


EXPLAINED: What different Pride flags mean

EXPLAINED: What different Pride flags mean

EXPLAINED: What different Pride flags mean

30 June 2023

With June drawing to a close and Highland Pride on the horizon, here are some of the flags you might be seeing to represent the LGBTQ+ community.


HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

29 June 2023

Plans to deliver the much contested Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMA) will not be progressed.


Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

29 June 2023

The biggest Highland event for business-minded females is on the horizon – and it is time to get your entries in.


REVEALED: Find out where 'voluntary' car park meters are located in the Highlands

REVEALED: Find out where 'voluntary' car park meters are located in the Highlands

REVEALED: Find out where 'voluntary' car park meters are located in the Highlands

25 June 2023

Find out how much each new meter costs to install and in maintenance.


Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

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

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.


Highland businesses named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

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.


Historic objects open up stories for new Highland museum platform

Historic objects open up stories for new Highland museum platform

Historic objects open up stories for new Highland museum platform

14 June 2023

Museums from around the Highlands have joined forces to provide a new way to learn about the rich history of the area.


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

'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.


'Boots on the ground' – Highland access rangers start work to promote responsible use of outdoors

'Boots on the ground' – Highland access rangers start work to promote responsible use of outdoors

'Boots on the ground' – Highland access rangers start work to promote responsible use of outdoors

02 June 2023

A team of access rangers have begun their seasonal work to promote responsible access in tourist hotspots across the Highlands this summer.


It pays to care at Parklands

It pays to care at Parklands

It pays to care at Parklands

01 June 2023

Parklands Care Homes is one of the largest independent care providers in the north, with homes across Moray and the Highlands.


Nicky Marr: I tested a new app helping Inverness women get home safely

Nicky Marr: I tested a new app helping Inverness women get home safely

Nicky Marr: I tested a new app helping Inverness women get home safely

31 May 2023

Every woman I know has felt vulnerable while walking home late at night.


Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

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.


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