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Scottish Government introduces measures to boost economy

10 July 2020
Scottish Government introduces measures to boost economy

Scottish Government introduces measures to boost economy

10 July 2020

Finance Secretary Kate Forbes has announced a series of measures aimed at boosting the economy.


Television star says Loch Ness Monster is a dinosaur!

07 July 2020
Television star says Loch Ness Monster is a dinosaur!

Television star says Loch Ness Monster is a dinosaur!

07 July 2020

Television presenter and reality TV star Scarlett Moffatt says she believes dinosaurs still exist – and the Loch Ness Monster is one.


Trees for Life applies for world’s first rewilding centre.

02 July 2020
Trees for Life applies for world’s first rewilding centre.

Trees for Life applies for world’s first rewilding centre.

02 July 2020

TREES for Life has submitted a planning application for the world’s first rewilding centre at its 10,000-acre Dundreggan estate in Glenmoriston.


More lessons to help pupils catch up after Covid lockdown?

01 July 2020
More lessons to help pupils catch up after Covid lockdown?

More lessons to help pupils catch up after Covid lockdown?

01 July 2020

An independent group of education experts wants to see children receive six extra hours of lessons a week over the next two years.


Businesses asked by Inverness airport operator to take part in a travel needs survey

01 July 2020
Businesses asked by Inverness airport operator to take part in a travel needs survey

Businesses asked by Inverness airport operator to take part in a travel needs survey

01 July 2020

The owner of Inverness Airport wants to hear from businesses about how it can help meet their travel needs.


Highland capital furniture showroom DFS to re-open at weekend

19 June 2020
Highland capital furniture showroom DFS to re-open at weekend

Highland capital furniture showroom DFS to re-open at weekend

19 June 2020

Furniture store DFS is introducing two new safety first services for customers


MSP fears rise in fly-tipping as lockdown is eased

17 June 2020
MSP fears rise in fly-tipping as lockdown is eased

MSP fears rise in fly-tipping as lockdown is eased

17 June 2020

MSP David Stewart has voiced concerns about a potential increase in littering ahead of the expected further lifting of lockdown restrictions.


Highland Games will be back stronger than ever

16 June 2020
Highland Games will be back stronger than ever

Highland Games will be back stronger than ever

16 June 2020

The organisers of many Highland Games events across Scotland are looking at different ways of sharing the experience this year.


Hopes to re-open Tain Court

29 May 2020
Hopes to re-open Tain Court

Hopes to re-open Tain Court

29 May 2020

Arrangements are being put in place to reopen courts and tribunals buildings next week.


As lockdown eases, there are warnings about wildfires

29 May 2020
As lockdown eases, there are warnings about wildfires

As lockdown eases, there are warnings about wildfires

29 May 2020

A very high risk of wildfire remains in place across large parts of Scotland this weekend, the country’s fire and rescue service has warned.


Official healing process to start for victims of bullying at NHS Highland

28 May 2020
Official healing process to start for victims of bullying at NHS Highland

Official healing process to start for victims of bullying at NHS Highland

28 May 2020

Current and former NHS Highland staff can now formally register their interest in engaging with the so-called healing process for victims of bullying.


Holyrood produces fresh advice for retailers and manufacturers on how to safely return to work as lockdown eases

27 May 2020
Holyrood produces fresh advice for retailers and manufacturers on how to safely return to work as lockdown eases

Holyrood produces fresh advice for retailers and manufacturers on how to safely return to work as lockdown eases

27 May 2020

NEW guidance has been published for retailers and manufacturers to consider how people can safely return to work.


North waste recycling centres to open from start of next month, but strict controls will be in place

22 May 2020
North waste recycling centres to open from start of next month, but strict controls will be in place

North waste recycling centres to open from start of next month, but strict controls will be in place

22 May 2020

Highland Council says preparations are well under way for the reopening of recycling centres to the public from June 1.


EasyJet set to restart flights next month

21 May 2020
EasyJet set to restart flights next month

EasyJet set to restart flights next month

21 May 2020

EasyJet has announced flights will restart on June 15 – with all crew and passengers required to wear face masks.


Highland theatre boss calls for government support to help culture sector get back on its feet after coronavirus

19 May 2020
Highland theatre boss calls for government support to help culture sector get back on its feet after coronavirus

Highland theatre boss calls for government support to help culture sector get back on its feet after coronavirus

19 May 2020

The head of Eden Court in Inverness has said government support for Scotland's cultural sector may be required for up to two years or longer.


Sutherland great-grandmother reaches £400,000 mark in Suilven stair climb fundraiser

19 May 2020
Sutherland great-grandmother reaches £400,000 mark in Suilven stair climb fundraiser

Sutherland great-grandmother reaches £400,000 mark in Suilven stair climb fundraiser

19 May 2020

A great-grandmother climbing the equivalent of the height of Suilven on her stairs has passed the £400,000 mark with her effort.


NHS Highland will test software to be used by Covid-19 contact tracers

18 May 2020
NHS Highland will test software to be used by Covid-19 contact tracers

NHS Highland will test software to be used by Covid-19 contact tracers

18 May 2020

Scotland's health secretary Jeane Freeman has said NHS Highland will be one of those leading the way in efforts to control the spread of Covid-19.


New 'stay alert' slogan defended by Prime Minister as Scotland sticks to 'stay at home' message

12 May 2020
New 'stay alert' slogan defended by Prime Minister as Scotland sticks to 'stay at home' message

New 'stay alert' slogan defended by Prime Minister as Scotland sticks to 'stay at home' message

12 May 2020

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given more detail of moves to relax lockdown restrictions in England.


Focus on 'green travel' as funding announced to encourage cycling and walking

10 May 2020
Focus on 'green travel' as funding announced to encourage cycling and walking

Focus on 'green travel' as funding announced to encourage cycling and walking

10 May 2020

UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said getting Britain moving represents an "enormous logistical challenge".


New confidential ’Speak Up’ service for NHS Highland staff to raise concerns

09 May 2020
New confidential ’Speak Up’ service for NHS Highland staff to raise concerns

New confidential ’Speak Up’ service for NHS Highland staff to raise concerns

09 May 2020

Staff at NHS Highland will be able to access independent confidential support to raise concerns when a new service goes live in a few weeks.


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