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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

Could late train to Ross-shire from Highland capital be on track for return?

17 May 2023

The MSP has been pressed by constituents keen to see a return of a late night service that saves them a fortune on taxis.

Fergus Ewing calls on Humza Yousaf to save the Developing the Young Workforce Scheme

17 May 2023

The MSP says by scrapping the DRS and HPMAs the cash could bolster the young workforce scheme.

Highland police urged to increase patrols on NC500 after three-day crackdown snares numerous speeders

16 May 2023

OVERSTRETCHED officers are unable to "adequately" police dangerous speeding on the North Coast 500, a worried local MP fears.

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.

Highland Council indicates five long overdue new schools are at risk due to funding

15 May 2023

They include St Clement’s Special School and Beauly, Dunvegan, Park and Tornagrain primaries

First Minister responds to Raigmore Hospital petition amid call for immediate action

15 May 2023

MSP Edward Mountain is campaigning for a new hospital – but the First Minister says 'we’re not looking at replacing Raigmore right now'

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.

Petition aims to make calls to replace Raigmore Hospital 'impossible to ignore'

15 May 2023

Highland MSP Edward Mountain says the First Minister already recognises the need to replace or fully refurbish the Inverness hospital.

MAREE TODD: 'Moment represents a giant leap forward in Scotland becoming a leading space nation'

14 May 2023

Space will also play a significant role in our fight against climate change.

Scottish Government minister to lead Highland Pride workshop

13 May 2023

Emma Roddick MSP will be giving advice on contacting and lobbying elected representatives on LGBT+ matters.

Holyrood committee calls on SFA to 'reconsider' late kick-off time for the Scottish Cup final

12 May 2023

The move provoked fury among fans who will now struggle to get down and back in a day

Marine Protection Area proposals could bring on 'second Highland Clearances' says MP

10 May 2023

MP Jamie Stone has raised concerns over the Scottish Government's plans to designate 10 per cent of Scottish waters as Highly Protected Marine Areas.

Details of cost of £301 cost of living payments revealed

10 May 2023

The Department of Work and Pensions has outlined when those eligible can expect to be paid and how much.

Councillors bid to get local authority to back campaign to ban disposable vapes

09 May 2023

The Marine Conservation Society, Ash Scotland and Keep Scotland Beautiful want 'the manufacture and sale' banned in Scotland.

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross to act as linesman for County v Dundee United

09 May 2023

The Highlands and Islands MSP will be running the touchline as the Staggies hope to capitalise on their win against Livingston.

Councillors call for additional bin collections around the NC500 for the upcoming tourist season

09 May 2023

LibDem councillors say similar measures last year prevented waste being 'abandoned in some of the most scenic parts of the Highlands.'

Children’s music lessons face substantial rise in fees in another blow to after-school activities

09 May 2023

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

Highland Council premises fees hike 'threatening the very existence' of school groups

09 May 2023

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

Highland Council pledges lifeline cash to fund work of much-loved charity SNAP

09 May 2023

Councillor Ken Gowans says the charity will get at least £60,000 in funding

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Highland Council scraps voting rights for religious representatives and youth convener

Highland Council scraps voting rights for religious representatives and youth convener

Could late train to Ross-shire from Highland capital be on track for return?

Could late train to Ross-shire from Highland capital be on track for return?

Fergus Ewing calls on Humza Yousaf to save the Developing the Young Workforce Scheme

Fergus Ewing calls on Humza Yousaf to save the Developing the Young Workforce Scheme

Highland police urged to increase patrols on NC500 after three-day crackdown snares numerous speeders

Highland police urged to increase patrols on NC500 after three-day crackdown snares numerous speeders

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

Highland Council indicates five long overdue new schools are at risk due to funding

Highland Council indicates five long overdue new schools are at risk due to funding

First Minister responds to Raigmore Hospital petition amid call for immediate action

First Minister responds to Raigmore Hospital petition amid call for immediate action

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

Petition aims to make calls to replace Raigmore Hospital 'impossible to ignore'

Petition aims to make calls to replace Raigmore Hospital 'impossible to ignore'

MAREE TODD: 'Moment represents a giant leap forward in Scotland becoming a leading space nation'

MAREE TODD: 'Moment represents a giant leap forward in Scotland becoming a leading space nation'

Scottish Government minister to lead Highland Pride workshop

Scottish Government minister to lead Highland Pride workshop

Holyrood committee calls on SFA to 'reconsider' late kick-off time for the Scottish Cup final

Holyrood committee calls on SFA to 'reconsider' late kick-off time for the Scottish Cup final

Marine Protection Area proposals could bring on 'second Highland Clearances' says MP

Marine Protection Area proposals could bring on 'second Highland Clearances' says MP

Details of cost of £301 cost of living payments revealed

Details of cost of £301 cost of living payments revealed

Councillors bid to get local authority to back campaign to ban disposable vapes

Councillors bid to get local authority to back campaign to ban disposable vapes

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross to act as linesman for County v Dundee United

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross to act as linesman for County v Dundee United

Councillors call for additional bin collections around the NC500 for the upcoming tourist season

Councillors call for additional bin collections around the NC500 for the upcoming tourist season

Children’s music lessons face substantial rise in fees in another blow to after-school activities

Children’s music lessons face substantial rise in fees in another blow to after-school activities

Highland Council premises fees hike 'threatening the very existence' of school groups

Highland Council premises fees hike 'threatening the very existence' of school groups

Highland Council pledges lifeline cash to fund work of much-loved charity SNAP

Highland Council pledges lifeline cash to fund work of much-loved charity SNAP

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