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First Minister: No progress on A9 dualling 'would be unforgivable'

First Minister: No progress on A9 dualling 'would be unforgivable'

First Minister: No progress on A9 dualling 'would be unforgivable'

24 July 2023

He says 'there are no ifs or buts about it, we cannot go another year, two years, three years without there being progress on the A9.'


A9 DUALLING: We are demanding action from the Scottish Government on nine points

A9 DUALLING: We are demanding action from the Scottish Government on nine points

A9 DUALLING: We are demanding action from the Scottish Government on nine points

21 July 2023

We want to immediate safety improvements and dualling delivery dates


Highlands' shock sewage dump figure

Highlands' shock sewage dump figure

Highlands' shock sewage dump figure

04 July 2023

Highland Council is taking action after the shock revelation that sewage was dumped 952 times in Highland through sewer overflows.


Community wealth on Highland Council agenda

Community wealth on Highland Council agenda

Community wealth on Highland Council agenda

27 June 2023

'It's about supporting people in the Highlands' says economics chair


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.


'Champion of young people' appointed as new chief executive of Highland Council

'Champion of young people' appointed as new chief executive of Highland Council

'Champion of young people' appointed as new chief executive of Highland Council

22 June 2023

Highland Council has confirmed the appointment of Derek Brown as its new chief executive.


Highland Cross saved after transport crisis averted at 11th hour

Highland Cross saved after transport crisis averted at 11th hour

Highland Cross saved after transport crisis averted at 11th hour

15 June 2023

AN 11th hour crisis which had threatened to derail the Highland Cross has been averted after Highland Council helped to plug a transport shortage.


Highland Council prepares to support users of private water supplies that may run out

Highland Council prepares to support users of private water supplies that may run out

Highland Council prepares to support users of private water supplies that may run out

14 June 2023

Highland Council has warned that some private water supplies in the region could run low due to lack of rainfall.


Highland teens in post-16 education urged to apply for £30 per week allowance funding

Highland teens in post-16 education urged to apply for £30 per week allowance funding

Highland teens in post-16 education urged to apply for £30 per week allowance funding

08 June 2023

Eligible teens aged 16-19 who qualify are entitled to £30 per week during term time.


Uphill battle for councillors seeking to slash rental prices and boost bin collections

Uphill battle for councillors seeking to slash rental prices and boost bin collections

Uphill battle for councillors seeking to slash rental prices and boost bin collections

06 June 2023

Slashing council rents and reinstating an NC500 bin collection scheme could cost up to £342,000.


'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.


Tourist levy bill plan welcomed by Highland Council leader

Tourist levy bill plan welcomed by Highland Council leader

Tourist levy bill plan welcomed by Highland Council leader

25 May 2023

TOURIST levies may be on the cards for Highland visitors after moves by the Scottish Government were welcomed by the region's most senior councillor.


Highland Council points to deaths abroad as it defends "embarrassing" bouncy castle ban and U-turn

Highland Council points to deaths abroad as it defends "embarrassing" bouncy castle ban and U-turn

Highland Council points to deaths abroad as it defends "embarrassing" bouncy castle ban and U-turn

25 May 2023

Highland Council has defended its short-lived bouncy castle ban by citing fatal accidents in Australia, Spain and the south of England.


REACTION: How will Highland Council restore public confidence in bouncy castle safety after short-lived ban?

REACTION: How will Highland Council restore public confidence in bouncy castle safety after short-lived ban?

REACTION: How will Highland Council restore public confidence in bouncy castle safety after short-lived ban?

24 May 2023

Highland Council’s dramatic about-turn on banning bouncy castles drew a cool response from the firm that first highlighted the decision.


BREAKING: Highland Council U-turn on bouncy castle ban after councillors intervene

BREAKING: Highland Council U-turn on bouncy castle ban after councillors intervene

BREAKING: Highland Council U-turn on bouncy castle ban after councillors intervene

24 May 2023

Cllr Angus MacDonald said: 'This is good news and will be widely welcomed by everyone, especially children.'


Highland households throwing vast quantities of recyclables into general waste

Highland households throwing vast quantities of recyclables into general waste

Highland households throwing vast quantities of recyclables into general waste

23 May 2023

OVER a third of household waste in the Highlands is needlessly going to landfill instead of being recycled or composted, new figures have revealed.


Highland Council scraps voting rights for religious representatives and youth convener

Highland Council scraps voting rights for religious representatives and youth convener

Highland Council scraps voting rights for religious representatives and youth convener

17 May 2023

The move divided the council as some felt it was anti-religious and others discussed accountability


The equivalent of 112 days worth of adult social care went undelivered in one week

The equivalent of 112 days worth of adult social care went undelivered in one week

The equivalent of 112 days worth of adult social care went undelivered in one week

16 May 2023

The figures from January shed light on adult social care in the Highlands as it teeters on the brink of collapse.


Council warns of 'critical to catastrophic' risk that it is unable to protect children

Council warns of 'critical to catastrophic' risk that it is unable to protect children

Council warns of 'critical to catastrophic' risk that it is unable to protect children

15 May 2023

A 41 per cent social worker vacancy rate is affecting the team responsible 'for care and protection' of children.


Ways to combat anxiety ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week

Ways to combat anxiety ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week

Ways to combat anxiety ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week

12 May 2023

There is hope that the theme will kickstart a nationwide conversation, to encourage people to share experiences and ideas on how to manage anxiety.


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