The plight of elderly constituents in the far north who are “scared” to turn on their heating has prompted MSP Maree Todd to call for action.
Horse-trading is under way as top councillors bid to thrash out a deal to form the new political administration of Highland Council.
The Liberal Democrats and Greens make big gains, the Conservatives hold and Independent fall by seven
Those set to represent Ward 4 are confirmed
Independent, LibDem and SNP councillors elected to represent Ward 1
An upset as a leading councillor is not returned to represent the ward
So far Lib Dems, Labour SNP and the Greens have all taken seats
Many rural residents may have some distance to travel but this map may help
A day before the vote here are the plans from the main political groups for the next five years
A day before the vote here are their plans for the next five years
MP Jamie Stone says Scottish Government connectivity promises 'have fallen woefully short'
MSP Edward Mountain called for it to be 'introduced sooner rather than later' to free up more spaces
Ahead of a crunch vote several organisations cited serious concerns associated with strip clubs
He now calls on NHS Highland NHS Highland to finally get the barrier system working
Highland MSP Emma Roddick was speaking after they were fined for attending lockdown parties
Caithness could host a new nuclear development – if the Scottish Government lifts its objection to the industry, according to the UK government.
Jamie Stone said: 'It is time to cut the head from this rotting fish'
Former Holyrood candidate Molly Nolan among those seeking election to Highland Council in May.
The Aird and Loch Ness member will leave the local authority at the May elections
The revelations sparked calls for an overhaul of education