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Young applicants sought for 'unique' Youth Convener role

Young applicants sought for 'unique' Youth Convener role

Young applicants sought for 'unique' Youth Convener role

27 April 2023

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


Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

Hundreds of lynx could roam wild in the Highlands, say charities at parliament

25 April 2023

The Highlands could support around 400 wild lynx if the species were to be reintroduced to Scotland, an event at Holyrood will hear today.


Operation cancellations 'highlight need for new hospital in Inverness, says Highland MSP

Operation cancellations 'highlight need for new hospital in Inverness, says Highland MSP

Operation cancellations 'highlight need for new hospital in Inverness, says Highland MSP

20 April 2023

PRESSURES that have led to operation cancellations at Raigmore "highlight again why the Highlands needs a new hospital", says an MSP.


Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

19 April 2023

MSP Rhoda Grant has said that "the song encapsulates the fury that is felt by rural communities."


DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

18 April 2023

The Federation of Small Businesses has welcomed today's news from the Scottish Government, but environmental campaign groups say it comes as a 'blow'.


Highland MSP vows to help improve lives of those with Motor Neurone Disease

Highland MSP vows to help improve lives of those with Motor Neurone Disease

Highland MSP vows to help improve lives of those with Motor Neurone Disease

04 April 2023

Rhoda Grant's pledge came at a reception marking the anniversary of a report warning that MND patients are waiting too long for accessible housing.


Highland anger over 'shameful' ditching of tourism role by new SNP leader

Highland anger over 'shameful' ditching of tourism role by new SNP leader

Highland anger over 'shameful' ditching of tourism role by new SNP leader

30 March 2023

Humza will have taxpayers pay for party's 'independence' lobbying through new minister


ANALYSIS: Turning point – did early campaign furore over Kate Forbes' beliefs fuel Humza Yousaf's triumph?

ANALYSIS: Turning point – did early campaign furore over Kate Forbes' beliefs fuel Humza Yousaf's triumph?

ANALYSIS: Turning point – did early campaign furore over Kate Forbes' beliefs fuel Humza Yousaf's triumph?

28 March 2023

When Kate Forbes declared her intention to stand in the SNP leadership contest on February 20, many felt she was already the candidate to beat.


Will potential break-up of Highland Council remain a live issue under Humza Yousaf?

Will potential break-up of Highland Council remain a live issue under Humza Yousaf?

Will potential break-up of Highland Council remain a live issue under Humza Yousaf?

28 March 2023

The issue was thrust into the spotlight at the leadership debate hosted by our sister paper, The Inverness Courier.


A9 and A96 dualling: 'Priority' promise from new SNP leader Humza Yousaf

A9 and A96 dualling: 'Priority' promise from new SNP leader Humza Yousaf

A9 and A96 dualling: 'Priority' promise from new SNP leader Humza Yousaf

27 March 2023

Highland road users will be keen to see action quickly on delayed roads projects.


New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

27 March 2023

THE NEWLY elected SNP leader and health secretary Humza Yousaf is being urged to review maternity services in the north of Scotland.


REACTION: Leading Scots politicians respond to Humza Yousaf's leadership victory

REACTION: Leading Scots politicians respond to Humza Yousaf's leadership victory

REACTION: Leading Scots politicians respond to Humza Yousaf's leadership victory

27 March 2023

Beaten leadership candidate Kate Forbes led congratulations to Humza Yousaf after his election as new SNP leader and likely Scottish First Minister.


Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

Will Humza Yousaf support Highland businesses?

27 March 2023

Humza Yousaf was today elected the leader of the Scottish National Party – but what does that mean for Highland businesses?


Humza Yousaf promise to the Highlands: 'Eradicate poverty'

Humza Yousaf promise to the Highlands: 'Eradicate poverty'

Humza Yousaf promise to the Highlands: 'Eradicate poverty'

27 March 2023

The new leader of the SNP now has to deliver on what he promised.


BREAKING NEWS: Humza Yousaf wins SNP leadership race

BREAKING NEWS: Humza Yousaf wins SNP leadership race

BREAKING NEWS: Humza Yousaf wins SNP leadership race

27 March 2023

Humza Yousaf has won the SNP leadership contest after an intense five week election following the shock resignation of Nicola Sturgeon in February.


What happens after the SNP elects a new leader?

What happens after the SNP elects a new leader?

What happens after the SNP elects a new leader?

27 March 2023

The process to install Scotland’s sixth First Minister


'Give me your support and let’s get this done' – Forbes impassioned last-minute plea to voters

'Give me your support and let’s get this done' – Forbes impassioned last-minute plea to voters

'Give me your support and let’s get this done' – Forbes impassioned last-minute plea to voters

26 March 2023

Highland MSP Kate Forbes, one of three bidding to become Scotland's next First Minister, today outlined how she intends to succeed Nicola Sturgeon.


WATCH: Kate Forbes' direct appeal to leadership electorate

WATCH: Kate Forbes' direct appeal to leadership electorate

WATCH: Kate Forbes' direct appeal to leadership electorate

26 March 2023

Badenoch MSP pitches in with a last video briefing


New Cairngorms National Park board members take a bow

New Cairngorms National Park board members take a bow

New Cairngorms National Park board members take a bow

24 March 2023

And a fond farewell to Willie McKenna after 20 selfless years


£6.5m to improve recycling across the Highlands

£6.5m to improve recycling across the Highlands

£6.5m to improve recycling across the Highlands

23 March 2023

People are to benefit from improved recycling services, making it easier for households to recycle and reduce emissions, according to the Greens.


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