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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

High Life Highland countryside ranger service win gold at international awards

08 December 2024
High Life Highland countryside ranger service win gold at international awards

High Life Highland countryside ranger service win gold at international awards

08 December 2024

The team were awarded for the Highland Wildflower Meadow Mosaic Project at the annual Green Apple Environment Awards.


Police Scotland officers safeguard 66 people being exploited by County Lines gangs in one week

06 December 2024
Police Scotland officers safeguard 66 people being exploited by County Lines gangs in one week

Police Scotland officers safeguard 66 people being exploited by County Lines gangs in one week

06 December 2024

Between Monday, November 25 and Sunday, December 1, officers across the country identified and safeguarded a number of vulnerable people.


New roles set to be created in Caithness and Sutherland to support the offshore wind supply chain

05 December 2024
New roles set to be created in Caithness and Sutherland to support the offshore wind supply chain

New roles set to be created in Caithness and Sutherland to support the offshore wind supply chain

05 December 2024

Caledonia Offshore Wind Farm, developed by Ocean Winds, has funded a new pre-apprenticeship programme.


Eden Court wins venue of the year at Scots Trad Music Awards held in Inverness

02 December 2024
Eden Court wins venue of the year at Scots Trad Music Awards held in Inverness

Eden Court wins venue of the year at Scots Trad Music Awards held in Inverness

02 December 2024

Inverness held the most prestigious night in Scotland’s traditional music calendar on November 30.


Last chance for young Highland entrepreneurs to take part in business programme

30 November 2024
Last chance for young Highland entrepreneurs to take part in business programme

Last chance for young Highland entrepreneurs to take part in business programme

30 November 2024

IMPACT30 was launched by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) in 2018 to help nurture and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs.


Highland woman helps clothe domestic abuse survivors with dignity

15 November 2024
Highland woman helps clothe domestic abuse survivors with dignity

Highland woman helps clothe domestic abuse survivors with dignity

15 November 2024

A Highland woman has started a charity to give dignifying help to those living in clothes poverty.


Breaking barriers: Inverness hiker advocates for inclusivity in Scotland's Munro community

11 November 2024
Breaking barriers: Inverness hiker advocates for inclusivity in Scotland's Munro community

Breaking barriers: Inverness hiker advocates for inclusivity in Scotland's Munro community

11 November 2024

A Highland hiker with a passion for inclusivity has found another source of inspiration.


Leader of Scottish Labour party visits Inverness and says he wants to ‘deliver for the Highlands’

09 November 2024
Leader of Scottish Labour party visits Inverness and says he wants to ‘deliver for the Highlands’

Leader of Scottish Labour party visits Inverness and says he wants to ‘deliver for the Highlands’

09 November 2024

Anas Sarwar was the keynote speaker at a Prosper event at the Kingsmills Hotel.


Man and woman jailed after forcing women from Thailand into prostitution in the Highlands

08 November 2024
Man and woman jailed after forcing women from Thailand into prostitution in the Highlands

Man and woman jailed after forcing women from Thailand into prostitution in the Highlands

08 November 2024

A man and woman have been jailed for a total of 10 years and nine months for running an extensive trafficking operation for sexual exploitation.


Iconic ‘90s anthems to take over Inverness

05 November 2024
Iconic ‘90s anthems to take over Inverness

Iconic ‘90s anthems to take over Inverness

05 November 2024

Music fans are in for a nostalgic treat as Inverness Ice Centre prepares to host one of the biggest ‘90s music events of 2025.


Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024 revealed

02 November 2024
Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024 revealed

Winners of Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024 revealed

02 November 2024

The winners of the Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024 were announced at a prestigious ceremony at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness.


UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

30 October 2024
UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

30 October 2024

Today’s UK Budget may have an adverse impact on Highland businesses.


Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

29 October 2024
Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

29 October 2024

When David Solomon set off to climb Ben Nevis, he was looking for an escape in the midst of lockdown. Little did he know he would make history.


Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

22 October 2024
Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

22 October 2024

Senior members of The Highland Council made six commitments at the Housing Challenge Summit in Aviemore today.


Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

22 October 2024
Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

22 October 2024

The Housing Minister for the Scottish Government has said that he was unaware that Rural Housing Scotland (RHS) was set to close.


HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

22 October 2024
HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

22 October 2024

Over 100 delegates from local and national government and business organisations are present to look at solutions to the current housing challenge.


Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

22 October 2024
Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

22 October 2024

The Highland Council has called a Housing Challenge Summit to find solutions to the current housing emergency.


HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

22 October 2024
HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

22 October 2024

SSEN Transmission has pledged to support the delivery of more than 400 new homes in the region.


Coal Pit Road at Brora blocked due to fallen tree

21 October 2024
Coal Pit Road at Brora blocked due to fallen tree

Coal Pit Road at Brora blocked due to fallen tree

21 October 2024

Highland Council has advised that operatives are on their way to clear the road.


SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

20 October 2024
SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

20 October 2024

A webinar will be held to outline the differences behind technology options which will transform the electricity in grid in the north of Scotland.


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