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Sturgeon says allegation that PPE equipment is going to care homes in England before those in Scotland, is being taken 'seriously'

14 April 2020
Sturgeon says allegation that PPE equipment is going to care homes in England before those in Scotland, is being taken 'seriously'

Sturgeon says allegation that PPE equipment is going to care homes in England before those in Scotland, is being taken 'seriously'

14 April 2020

The Scottish Government is investigating allegations England is being prioritised for deliveries of personal protective equipment (PPE) to care homes.


Scottish Government refuses to say if it will reinstate HIE funding to support region's economic recovery

14 April 2020
Scottish Government refuses to say if it will reinstate HIE funding to support region's economic recovery

Scottish Government refuses to say if it will reinstate HIE funding to support region's economic recovery

14 April 2020

Question marks hang over the Scottish Government's move to cut Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) funding by five per cent.


Covid-19 lockdown remains, confirms First Minister

10 April 2020
Covid-19 lockdown remains, confirms First Minister

Covid-19 lockdown remains, confirms First Minister

10 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed the four nations of the UK have agreed the coronavirus lockdown will not be lifted over Easter.


North economy would resurge if lockdown short, says Highland economist

10 April 2020
North economy would resurge if lockdown short, says Highland economist

North economy would resurge if lockdown short, says Highland economist

10 April 2020

THE Highland economy has a good chance of recovery if the coronavirus lock-down does not last longer than three months, a top economist has suggested.


Five Sutherland car parks among others at beauty spots across Highlands to close due to Covid-19

09 April 2020
Five Sutherland car parks among others at beauty spots across Highlands to close due to Covid-19

Five Sutherland car parks among others at beauty spots across Highlands to close due to Covid-19

09 April 2020

Highland Council has closed car parks at beauty spots – many along the NC500 – tightening the lockdown against potential visitors.


Close the snow gates if necessary! Finnie urges Scottish Government to prevent visitors heading north at Easter and raising virus risk

09 April 2020
Close the snow gates if necessary! Finnie urges Scottish Government to prevent visitors heading north at Easter and raising virus risk

Close the snow gates if necessary! Finnie urges Scottish Government to prevent visitors heading north at Easter and raising virus risk

09 April 2020

MSP John Finnie has called for moves to protect rural communities from a potential influx of tourists over the Easter weekend.


Chief medical officer resigns after flouting coronavirus lockdown

06 April 2020
Chief medical officer resigns after flouting coronavirus lockdown

Chief medical officer resigns after flouting coronavirus lockdown

06 April 2020

Dr Catherine Calderwood did apologise for her 'mistakes' but following a conversation with the First Minister chose to resign


Nicola Sturgeon reveals emotional toll of not being able to visit family because of coronavirus lockdown

05 April 2020
Nicola Sturgeon reveals emotional toll of not being able to visit family because of coronavirus lockdown

Nicola Sturgeon reveals emotional toll of not being able to visit family because of coronavirus lockdown

05 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has spoken about the emotional impact that Covid-19 has had on her.


Older respirators to be brought back into circulation as health chiefs ramp up preparations for fight against coronavirus

04 April 2020
Older respirators to be brought back into circulation as health chiefs ramp up preparations for fight against coronavirus

Older respirators to be brought back into circulation as health chiefs ramp up preparations for fight against coronavirus

04 April 2020

An additional 1.5 million protective respirators have been brought back into use despite recently passing their expiry date.


Highlands cannot afford to be complacent about coronavirus, region’s medical chiefs warn

02 April 2020
Highlands cannot afford to be complacent about coronavirus, region’s medical chiefs warn

Highlands cannot afford to be complacent about coronavirus, region’s medical chiefs warn

02 April 2020

Lockdown may be slowing coronavirus spread, but the Highlands is almost certainly just a week behind the central belt when it comes to the statistics.


Highland MSP Edward Mountain reveals how lockdown is affecting his working day

01 April 2020
Highland MSP Edward Mountain reveals how lockdown is affecting his working day

Highland MSP Edward Mountain reveals how lockdown is affecting his working day

01 April 2020

Conservative Edward Mountain said having a daily routine and making the effort to contact friends, colleagues and staff helps being on lock down


Number of intensive care beds to be quadrupled as NHS Scotland prepares for coronavirus patients

01 April 2020
Number of intensive care beds to be quadrupled as NHS Scotland prepares for coronavirus patients

Number of intensive care beds to be quadrupled as NHS Scotland prepares for coronavirus patients

01 April 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says NHS Scotland intends to quadruple the number of available intensive care unit beds.


MP says high cost of electricity to Highland customers is a 'scandal'

29 March 2020
MP says high cost of electricity to Highland customers is a 'scandal'

MP says high cost of electricity to Highland customers is a 'scandal'

29 March 2020

UK government figures show the north of Scotland pays more for electricity than anywhere else in the country.


Prime Minister tests positive for coronavirus

27 March 2020
Prime Minister tests positive for coronavirus

Prime Minister tests positive for coronavirus

27 March 2020

Highland MP Ian Blackford has wished Prime Minister Boris Johnson well after he tested positive for coronavirus.


Non-essential businesses told to close or face being shut down

23 March 2020
Non-essential businesses told to close or face being shut down

Non-essential businesses told to close or face being shut down

23 March 2020

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has threatened non-essential businesses with the use of emergency powers if they do not close voluntarily


Pupils to get results by August 4 according to SQA

19 March 2020
Pupils to get results by August 4 according to SQA

Pupils to get results by August 4 according to SQA

19 March 2020

THE Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) is aiming to certify pupil's grades and results by August 4, the chief examiner has revealed.


Interest rates slashed for second time in just over a week

19 March 2020
Interest rates slashed for second time in just over a week

Interest rates slashed for second time in just over a week

19 March 2020

INTEREST rates have been cut by the Bank of England in a bid to support the UK economy during the coronavirus pandemic.


Scottish Government to issue £2.2bn lifeline for businesses

19 March 2020
Scottish Government to issue £2.2bn lifeline for businesses

Scottish Government to issue £2.2bn lifeline for businesses

19 March 2020

SCOTLAND'S economy is facing an "immediate collapse in demand" so a package of measures worth £2.2 billion will be introduced to support businesses.


Coronavirus forces Highland Council to postpone committee meetings

19 March 2020
Coronavirus forces Highland Council to postpone committee meetings

Coronavirus forces Highland Council to postpone committee meetings

19 March 2020

HIGHLAND Council has postponed all committee meetings and member workshops due that were due to take place in March and April over coronavirus.


Confirmation that a third person has died from coronavirus in Scotland

18 March 2020
Confirmation that a third person has died from coronavirus in Scotland

Confirmation that a third person has died from coronavirus in Scotland

18 March 2020

The First Minister made the announcement during a daily briefing


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