Council leader Raymond Bremner says it 'allows for significant investment to take place and protect jobs across our communities.'
Staff at the University of the Highlands and Islands hit the picket line this morning amid ongoing strike action over pay and job losses.
The group wants £30 million for roads over three years and £20 million to end the decades-long wait for a new St Clements special school.
The MSP warns that 'it is practically impossible' for Highland homes to meet proposed energy performance standard.
The EIS found staff 'have sustained physical injuries' while many considered leaving the profession altogether.
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Raymond Bremner says an extra £60 million would go ‘some way towards us being able to invest in important capital projects.’
'Fantastic' news for campaigners that Salmond and Sturgeon will be called to explain to public enquiry why dualling was 'dropped' on their watch
Focus on attainment was lost as councillors defend officials over a 'judgmental' education report critical of primary school staff.
Council leader Raymond Bremner said: 'It has been our priority to protect jobs and services wherever possible.'