Politics

But staff still got £624k more than they should despite tough new measures.

The Liberal Democrat MP for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross wants the UK government to act over higher delivery charges to his constituency.

Officials insist ‘few people’ who actually support the scheme engage with consultation.

MSP Douglas Ross who accused the SNP of failing to address concerns.

As it threatens to take one ex-employee to court despite cancelling a repayment meeting and not rescheduling.

Proponents of the plan found it difficult to articulate the case for the proposal at the local level.

A Highland MP has called for a controversial tourism levy to be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT) if it is introduced.

The weedkiller remains controversial for alleged but inconclusive evidence that it causes cancer.

But bosses remain tight-lipped about the reason behind complaints.

The 200 per cent Council Tax charge on second homes is expected to generate £5.8m this year.

Members unanimously wave through a move to consult on a new region-wide policy.

One councillor slams administration ‘hypocrisy’ over question to the leader who hits back saying he gave ‘an honest, factual answer’.

She says that it has been an ‘honour’ to serve the region but it is ‘now time to make way for others.’

Councillors want a full consultation with pupils, parents, teachers and staff to support head teachers.

A report flagging Highlands and islands investment potential of up to £100bn, much in renewable energy, has been roasted by critics.

The MSP for Caithness, Sutherland and Ross is worried that over 13,000 homes in the Highland region are still using Radio Teleswitch Service meters.

A highly controversial plan for a £36m biogas plant that sparked fierce backlash and was rejected by Highland Council has been granted on appeal.

Business minister Richard Lochhead hails a major ‘boost for Highland commuters and visitors’.

A report identifies an ‘unprecedented’ investment and jobs opportunity for the Highlands - and the barriers that must be overcome ‘at pace’.

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