Highland Council

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

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

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

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

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

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

It comes as councillors fear the cost of hiring facilities in the north are 'threatening the very existence' of voluntary organisations.

Highland organisations face challenges meeting the costs of caring for children seeking asylum, a new report has detailed.

A number of sports programmes have already moved but others may have to fold

Councillor Ken Gowans says 'it’s vital that the council ensures that it is securing appropriate and proportionate costs.'

The council says 'our results over the last 11 years show a significant deterioration' which is a 'long term trend'

NEW reduced 20mph speed limits in Highland villages and towns will save lives if drivers stick to them, a senior councillor has said.

Members at next week’s meeting of Highland Council’s economy and infrastructure committee will allocate £7.7m of funds for roads maintenance.

Highland Council has agreed to give more housing ‘points’ to people at risk of homelessness, and those living in poor conditions.

The unique role was created in 2007 by Highland Council to champion the causes of young people across the Highlands

One of the biggest changes is in the process for supporting applicants who could become homeless.

Armed units were deployed to the area after a report of an armed man with 'long, shaggy hair and dark trousers.'

New colours, new rules, and an extra bin – next spring will bring big changes to Highland household bin collections.

The claim comes as the council prepares to review the existing formula for allocating road repair budgets across the region.

Councillors hope going paperless for meetings will deliver a big saving, both for the budget and for the environment.