Leader Raymond Bremner defends the move saying a deal is close to securing land for a new St Clements – almost a year after it was authorised.
St Clement's parent says the council ‘lacks any form of moral compass’ while former leader labels the move 'absolutely disgusting.'
The council plans to cut £127 million from the capital budget by ditching 10 school building projects.
An in-depth report by Robin Pettigrew warns mass tourism is damaging the environment as well as upsetting locals.
Bill Powrie voices anger that Highland Council 'inexplicably' gave it '100 per cent rates relief' while others struggle.
MSP Fergus Ewing warns 'people will then surely ask what is it that the Scottish Government have got to hide?'
Laura Hansler says ‘those who have tragically lost their loved ones on the road are the reason why this is so exceptionally important.’
Convener Jackson Carlaw says the move was prompted by the ‘hundreds of responses’ from concerned locals.
Transport secretary Màiri McAllan says the 'announcement will be a welcome update for communities and businesses across the A9 corridor.'
The First Minister did not take-up Douglas Ross's offer as critics slam the lack of detail in the Programme for Government.
But the A96 looks like it is a severe risk as Humza Yousaf is now only promising 'improvements' in his Programme for Government.
Chief Superintendent Shepherd says 'assaults against officers continue to be at an unacceptable level.'
But Alastair Campbell says he might as well have announced that 'Santa Claus is dead.'
George Rennie says ‘these signs cause confusion, particularly for drivers from overseas and those unfamiliar with the A9’.
Bosses are concerned about the cost 'specialist mowers,' dealing with waste and 'unquantified additional costs.'
Critics warn it could see the end of the event amid plummeting post-Covid attendances.
But Alastair Campbell says he might as well have announced that 'Santa Claus is dead.'
Highland Council granted the property a 100% unoccupied exemption so the owner pays no tax.
The meeting will focus on how to deliver healthcare in the Highlands in the future and will feature a panel discussion and an audience Q&A.
Owner of The Gatehouse near Thurso Maree McLeod says 'the process of applying for a short-term let with Highland Council was made easy.'