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Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

26 June 2023
Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

26 June 2023

Businesses, tourism organisations and individuals can now have a say on the Visitor Levy Bill as it will be the focus of a new public consultation.


Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023
Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023

Entries are now open for The Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) Highlands and Islands Business Excellence Awards.


Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023
Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023

The Bank of England has raised interest rates to 5 per cent, adding to the strain on households struggling with soaring mortgage costs.


Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023
Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023

Sharon Leon was founded in 1963 and 60 years on it is still the go-to retailer for carpets and flooring in the Highlands.


Sutherland business named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

21 June 2023
Sutherland business named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

Sutherland business named for failing to pay staff minimum wage

21 June 2023

It has been found that LDH Hotels Limited failed to pay £771.48 to 11 workers during the period of 2017 to 2019.


Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023
Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards 2023 is a great way to recognise the females making a difference.


'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023
'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023

It has been announced today that the controversial Deposit Return Scheme will be delayed until at least October 2025.


Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

31 May 2023
Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

Net zero airline plan impresses Highland business competition judges

31 May 2023

An ambitious plan for Scotland’s first net zero airline to provide affordable flights across the Highlands has won a leading competition.


Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023
Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited has announced that the former chief executive of Loganair has been appointed as its interim managing director.


A look inside the Highland capital's newest restaurant and takeaway

29 May 2023
A look inside the Highland capital's newest restaurant and takeaway

A look inside the Highland capital's newest restaurant and takeaway

29 May 2023

Love Dosa is a family-run, South Indian food offering.


Report finds Far North residents face 25 per cent higher fuel costs than rest of country

26 May 2023
Report finds Far North residents face 25 per cent higher fuel costs than rest of country

Report finds Far North residents face 25 per cent higher fuel costs than rest of country

26 May 2023

The stark range of costs is in part due to the types of fuels that are used to heat homes in the region.


REVEALED: Reasons for Highland Council's bouncy castle ban

23 May 2023
REVEALED: Reasons for Highland Council's bouncy castle ban

REVEALED: Reasons for Highland Council's bouncy castle ban

23 May 2023

Highland Council has released a statement as to why it has taken the decision to ban bouncy castles across the region.


Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023
Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards is returning again this year and it is looking for nominations for a variety of categories.


Port of Nigg opens up doors for a family-friendly open day

18 May 2023
Port of Nigg opens up doors for a family-friendly open day

Port of Nigg opens up doors for a family-friendly open day

18 May 2023

The Port of Nigg is opening its doors next month, where visitors will be able to get a glimpse into the future of energy production.


I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

07 May 2023
I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

07 May 2023

Highland business journalist Rachel Smart tells her own personal story of addiction and recovery.


Flowers from Glenurquhart farm decorate Westminster Abbey for coronation

06 May 2023
Flowers from Glenurquhart farm decorate Westminster Abbey for coronation

Flowers from Glenurquhart farm decorate Westminster Abbey for coronation

06 May 2023

Flowers from a farm near Loch Ness are set to appear at Westminster Abbey this weekend for the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.


Support programme launched for youth work leaders in Sutherland

29 April 2023
Support programme launched for youth work leaders in Sutherland

Support programme launched for youth work leaders in Sutherland

29 April 2023

A new programme has been launched to support the boards of youth groups and clubs in the Highlands.


Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

25 April 2023
Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

25 April 2023

The twelve months to March 2023 saw almost 1.5 million people use the 11 regional airports in the HIAL network.


Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

23 April 2023
Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

23 April 2023

The growing demand for digital skills in the Highland economy is to be addressed by supporting volunteers to launch 'tech clubs' across the region.


Sutherland cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

20 April 2023
Sutherland cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

Sutherland cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

20 April 2023

Cafes around around the NC500 are taking part in the Highland Cup Movement.


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