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Watch: Transport secretary raises doubts about a new A9 dualling deadline by the autumn

Watch: Transport secretary raises doubts about a new A9 dualling deadline by the autumn

Watch: Transport secretary raises doubts about a new A9 dualling deadline by the autumn

28 June 2023

Mairi MacAllan only confirmed the long-awaited Autumn update would contain 'next steps'


Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

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.


Stone leads debate on sustainability of heritage sites including Castle of Mey

Stone leads debate on sustainability of heritage sites including Castle of Mey

Stone leads debate on sustainability of heritage sites including Castle of Mey

23 June 2023

Jamie Stone urged Government ministers to support historic estates, such as the Castle of Mey, in the face of the global climate emergency.


Winnie Ewing: "true patriot and immense fun to be with"

Winnie Ewing: "true patriot and immense fun to be with"

Winnie Ewing: "true patriot and immense fun to be with"

22 June 2023

FORMER editor pays tribute to Winning Ewing.


Highland Council halts the use of contractors for non-essential housing repairs

Highland Council halts the use of contractors for non-essential housing repairs

Highland Council halts the use of contractors for non-essential housing repairs

21 June 2023

A letter to contractors states the council will put on 'hold non-essential repairs and scale back on the use of contractors.'


Jamie Stone slams Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s 'cowardice' over Johnson vote

Jamie Stone slams Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s 'cowardice' over Johnson vote

Jamie Stone slams Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s 'cowardice' over Johnson vote

20 June 2023

Mr Sunak failed to attend the vote endorsing a report that the ex-PM misled the house over the partygate scandal.


The Inverness Courier will hold an A9 Crisis Summit in July

The Inverness Courier will hold an A9 Crisis Summit in July

The Inverness Courier will hold an A9 Crisis Summit in July

19 June 2023

The event brings together MSPs, local interest groups and campaigners.


Cancer treatment delays: 'I will not let up the unrelenting pressure on NHS Highland'

Cancer treatment delays: 'I will not let up the unrelenting pressure on NHS Highland'

Cancer treatment delays: 'I will not let up the unrelenting pressure on NHS Highland'

18 June 2023

A north MSP has vowed to press for a solution for cancer patients facing delays to their treatment.


North MSP says Highland Council plans for 20mph speed limits will 'save lives and make streets safer'

North MSP says Highland Council plans for 20mph speed limits will 'save lives and make streets safer'

North MSP says Highland Council plans for 20mph speed limits will 'save lives and make streets safer'

18 June 2023

Ariane Burgess commends initiative in the Scottish Parliament


People in Sutherland can share views on rural healthcare for Holyrood inquiry

People in Sutherland can share views on rural healthcare for Holyrood inquiry

People in Sutherland can share views on rural healthcare for Holyrood inquiry

16 June 2023

People are being asked to share their experience of "remote and rural healthcare" with a Holyrood committee.


Experienced MSP Fiona Hyslop is made the new transport minister

Experienced MSP Fiona Hyslop is made the new transport minister

Experienced MSP Fiona Hyslop is made the new transport minister

14 June 2023

She will report to Mairi MacAllan who is made the cabinet secretary for transport, net zero and just transition


Are you missing out on energy support voucher?

Are you missing out on energy support voucher?

Are you missing out on energy support voucher?

13 June 2023

Figures from Energy Action Scotland have shown that 17 per cent of vouchers issued to Highland Council households remain unclaimed.


Are Scottish Government money woes at root of ‘glacial’ pace on A9 work?

Are Scottish Government money woes at root of ‘glacial’ pace on A9 work?

Are Scottish Government money woes at root of ‘glacial’ pace on A9 work?

13 June 2023

An industry body says contractors suspect funding led to delays and Transport Scotland is considered the UK's 'worst client.'


PICTURES: First Minister officially opens National Treatment Centre at Inverness Campus

PICTURES: First Minister officially opens National Treatment Centre at Inverness Campus

PICTURES: First Minister officially opens National Treatment Centre at Inverness Campus

12 June 2023

Humza Yousaf heard from clinical teams and was also able to chat to patients during a tour.


Watchdog probe for teacher accused of not acting on 'multiple child protection concerns'

Watchdog probe for teacher accused of not acting on 'multiple child protection concerns'

Watchdog probe for teacher accused of not acting on 'multiple child protection concerns'

12 June 2023

Gledfield Primary was allegedly the scene of bullying, intimidation, humiliation and physical abuse


UPDATE: Nicola Sturgeon has been released without charge

UPDATE: Nicola Sturgeon has been released without charge

UPDATE: Nicola Sturgeon has been released without charge

11 June 2023

The former First Minister has been released without charge pending further investigation.


'Suspend Sturgeon from SNP', demand Scottish Conservatives following arrest of former First Minister

'Suspend Sturgeon from SNP', demand Scottish Conservatives following arrest of former First Minister

'Suspend Sturgeon from SNP', demand Scottish Conservatives following arrest of former First Minister

11 June 2023

The Scottish Conservative chairman demanded First Minister Humza Yousaf take action.


Nicola Sturgeon is arrested by police investigating SNP finances

Nicola Sturgeon is arrested by police investigating SNP finances

Nicola Sturgeon is arrested by police investigating SNP finances

11 June 2023

The former First Minister is the third top SNP figure arrested in connection with party finances


JAMIE STONE: High office should not come before serving the public

JAMIE STONE: High office should not come before serving the public

JAMIE STONE: High office should not come before serving the public

11 June 2023

There is one MP in the House of Commons who speaks far more than any other.


North MSP wants more funding from Scottish Government to 'stop dirty camping'

North MSP wants more funding from Scottish Government to 'stop dirty camping'

North MSP wants more funding from Scottish Government to 'stop dirty camping'

11 June 2023

Edward Mountain has called on the Scottish Government to provide more funding for countryside rangers in a bid to "stop dirty camping" this summer.


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