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Flash flooding fears after thunderstorm warning issued for Sutherland

Flash flooding fears after thunderstorm warning issued for Sutherland

Flash flooding fears after thunderstorm warning issued for Sutherland

26 July 2021

A THUNDERSTORM warning has been issued for most of Sutherland, amid warnings of potential localised flooding and transport disruption.


Community council chairman proposes measures to deal with 'out of control' parking at Dornoch beach

Community council chairman proposes measures to deal with 'out of control' parking at Dornoch beach

Community council chairman proposes measures to deal with 'out of control' parking at Dornoch beach

21 July 2021

Suggested controls include bollards, signs and, ultimately, double yellow lines and a traffic regulation order.


MSP calls on Scottish Government to look into pothole problems

MSP calls on Scottish Government to look into pothole problems

MSP calls on Scottish Government to look into pothole problems

20 July 2021

Number is now 'more than five times higher at 20,988 potholes over the last year'


Test pilot and Helmsdale native Dave Mackay an 'inspiration' to younger generation

Test pilot and Helmsdale native Dave Mackay an 'inspiration' to younger generation

Test pilot and Helmsdale native Dave Mackay an 'inspiration' to younger generation

16 July 2021

Sutherland County Committee chairman Councillor Richard Gale has congratulated Mr Mackay on Sunday's feat.


Frustration over Ardgay/Bonar Bridge speed limit delay

Frustration over Ardgay/Bonar Bridge speed limit delay

Frustration over Ardgay/Bonar Bridge speed limit delay

15 July 2021

Local people want the speed limit on the mile-long stretch of the A836 reduced from 60mph to 30mph


One-day strike planned by Highland air traffic controllers in protest over remote towers closure plan

One-day strike planned by Highland air traffic controllers in protest over remote towers closure plan

One-day strike planned by Highland air traffic controllers in protest over remote towers closure plan

15 July 2021

'The plan will remove high value skilled jobs from economies that can ill-afford to lose them.'


Drivers' physical and verbal abuse has mental health toll on trunk roadworkers

Drivers' physical and verbal abuse has mental health toll on trunk roadworkers

Drivers' physical and verbal abuse has mental health toll on trunk roadworkers

12 July 2021

One in four roadworkers has suffered mental health issues following verbal or physical abuse from the public, according to new figures.


PICTURES: Crash on ski road leaves bus teetering on edge of drop

PICTURES: Crash on ski road leaves bus teetering on edge of drop

PICTURES: Crash on ski road leaves bus teetering on edge of drop

10 July 2021

A 'bang!' and then bus leaves the road on perilous edge


Part of B873 Syre to Altnaharra route to close for four weeks for patching work

Part of B873 Syre to Altnaharra route to close for four weeks for patching work

Part of B873 Syre to Altnaharra route to close for four weeks for patching work

08 July 2021

The B873 Syre to Altnaharra road will close between its junction with the A836 and the B871.


Inverness flight to Birmingham lands in Edinburgh after mid air emergency

Inverness flight to Birmingham lands in Edinburgh after mid air emergency

Inverness flight to Birmingham lands in Edinburgh after mid air emergency

07 July 2021

It landed safely, after sending a 7700 code to air traffic control.


Community council chairman says Struie road is in a 'disgraceful' condition with foot-deep potholes and calls for HGVs to be banned from using it

Community council chairman says Struie road is in a 'disgraceful' condition with foot-deep potholes and calls for HGVs to be banned from using it

Community council chairman says Struie road is in a 'disgraceful' condition with foot-deep potholes and calls for HGVs to be banned from using it

06 July 2021

Pete Campbell said that the route was a gateway into Sutherland and deserved to be properly maintained.


Bike sock pilot scheme will make it easier for cyclists to use buses

Bike sock pilot scheme will make it easier for cyclists to use buses

Bike sock pilot scheme will make it easier for cyclists to use buses

01 July 2021

A new pilot scheme has been launched in the Highlands to make it easier for cyclists to take their bike on a bus.


Public survey on A9 stretch from North Kessock to Tore after accidents

Public survey on A9 stretch from North Kessock to Tore after accidents

Public survey on A9 stretch from North Kessock to Tore after accidents

30 June 2021

Safety concerns trigger public consultation on improvements to the A9 between North Kessock and Tore.


Sallachy wind farm construction traffic would have 'significant impact' on roads and communities, says transport planning

Sallachy wind farm construction traffic would have 'significant impact' on roads and communities, says transport planning

Sallachy wind farm construction traffic would have 'significant impact' on roads and communities, says transport planning

30 June 2021

The treansport planning team has lodged a ‘holding objection’ to a planning application for nine turbines on a site at Sallachy


Surge in holidaymakers sparks police plea to drivers

Surge in holidaymakers sparks police plea to drivers

Surge in holidaymakers sparks police plea to drivers

28 June 2021

MOTORISTS are being warned to expect busier roads following the arrival of the school summer holidays.


Police Scotland introduces new alert system for Highland drivers

Police Scotland introduces new alert system for Highland drivers

Police Scotland introduces new alert system for Highland drivers

26 June 2021

Local drivers are being encouraged by Police Scotland to sign up to a new alert system operating within the Highland region.


Free event on how Caithness and Sutherland communities can help address climate change

Free event on how Caithness and Sutherland communities can help address climate change

Free event on how Caithness and Sutherland communities can help address climate change

24 June 2021

In its second free online event, Community Land Scotland is holding a discussion on the climate emergency.


Temporary road closure in Sutherland

Temporary road closure in Sutherland

Temporary road closure in Sutherland

24 June 2021

Access will be maintained for emergency vehicles and pedestrian and cycle access will be controlled.


Local authority plans multimillion-pound increase in funding to deal with potholes

Local authority plans multimillion-pound increase in funding to deal with potholes

Local authority plans multimillion-pound increase in funding to deal with potholes

23 June 2021

Highland Council is seeking to ramp-up roads spending by £9 million over the next two years as potholes are causing increasing concern.


Highlands lead the way with new public transport app

Highlands lead the way with new public transport app

Highlands lead the way with new public transport app

21 June 2021

Pioneering project provides a one stop shop for all travel needs, says HITRANS chief


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