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Loss of oil field 'could spark exodus', argues MSP

A HIGHLAND MSP has warned of a potential Highland “exodus” following Nicola Sturgeon’s decision to oppose new oil and gas activities around Scotland.

Eat or heat? Council finance papers reveal stark reality of rural poverty

Councillors branded rural poverty a “catastrophe waiting to happen this winter” following figures provided in a finance meeting today.

Covid vaccine certificates set to stay but the scheme will not be extended to new facilities or venues

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called on people to take Lateral Flow Tests before socialising

A9 should be dualled as a 'matter of honour'

Scottish Conservative backs cross-party calls: 'It's good to see at least one SNP politician brave enough to speak up'

'Urban-centric' electric vehicle policy is 'frankly insulting' to the Highlands

Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross MP Jamie Stone has accused the UK government of adopting an "urban-centric" policy on funding for EVs.

North MSP 'frustrated' by lack of firms registered to carry out energy efficient improvements in Highlands and Islands.

Scottish Government admits there is a shortage of registered firms to carry out energy efficient improvements in Highlands and Islands.

MSP hails Scotland's plastic straw ban

Highland MSP Kate Forbes is welcoming news that Scotland will ban single-use plastic straws from next summer.

Douglas Ross 'sorry' after failing to fully record earnings

MORAY'S MP failed to declare nearly £30,000 worth of earnings in his register of interests at Westminster.

MP Drew Hendry hits out at 'false claims' he and two other MPs got drunk on a flight to visit troops in Gibraltar

Mr Hendry said labelled the allegations 'deeply disappointing' and a 'shameless attempt to divert attention from the Tory corruption scandal'

Governing by sleaze is a one-way ticket out of politics, says Jamie Stone

Jamie Stone has accused the Prime Minister of showing a "jaw-dropping" disregard for the rules over the sleaze row engulfing the Conservatives.

Inside Holyrood: COP26 should discuss land reform

Labour MSP Rhoda Grant on what needs to be done to tackle the climate crisis.

If you're in London, be sure to make a visit to Westminster

The Far North has a long and honourable tradition of high quality representation in Westminster.

Local MP Jamie Stone warns of 'deep concerns across society over financial squeeze'

Jamie Stone has warned that inflation "is a very real, very worrying possibility" that could damage household incomes and frontline services.

Highlands to benefit from £8 million broadband package from UK Government

Rural homes and businesses in the Highlands will benefit from an £8 million package to provide faster broadband speeds

New rules introduced in bid to reduce fireworks' negative impact

There are new rules to lessen the negative impact of fireworks.

Lib Dems warn of '£2.5 million tax bombshell' for small businesses in far north

Small and medium-sized businesses in the far north will pay an extra £2.5m a year due to the rise in national insurance, according to the Lib Dems.

Stone's Throw: Confusion caused by words heard at different times

MP Jamie Stone recalls a time of unfortunate misunderstanding.

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Loss of oil field 'could spark exodus', argues MSP

Eat or heat? Council finance papers reveal stark reality of rural poverty

Eat or heat? Council finance papers reveal stark reality of rural poverty

Covid vaccine certificates set to stay but the scheme will not be extended to new facilities or venues

Covid vaccine certificates set to stay but the scheme will not be extended to new facilities or venues

A9 should be dualled as a 'matter of honour'

A9 should be dualled as a 'matter of honour'

'Urban-centric' electric vehicle policy is 'frankly insulting' to the Highlands

'Urban-centric' electric vehicle policy is 'frankly insulting' to the Highlands

North MSP 'frustrated' by lack of firms registered to carry out energy efficient improvements in Highlands and Islands.

North MSP 'frustrated' by lack of firms registered to carry out energy efficient improvements in Highlands and Islands.

MSP hails Scotland's plastic straw ban

MSP hails Scotland's plastic straw ban

Douglas Ross 'sorry' after failing to fully record earnings

Douglas Ross 'sorry' after failing to fully record earnings

MP Drew Hendry hits out at 'false claims' he and two other MPs got drunk on a flight to visit troops in Gibraltar

MP Drew Hendry hits out at 'false claims' he and two other MPs got drunk on a flight to visit troops in Gibraltar

Governing by sleaze is a one-way ticket out of politics, says Jamie Stone

Governing by sleaze is a one-way ticket out of politics, says Jamie Stone

Inside Holyrood: COP26 should discuss land reform

Inside Holyrood: COP26 should discuss land reform

If you're in London, be sure to make a visit to Westminster

If you're in London, be sure to make a visit to Westminster

Local MP Jamie Stone warns of 'deep concerns across society over financial squeeze'

Local MP Jamie Stone warns of 'deep concerns across society over financial squeeze'

Highlands to benefit from £8 million broadband package from UK Government

Highlands to benefit from £8 million broadband package from UK Government

New rules introduced in bid to reduce fireworks' negative impact

New rules introduced in bid to reduce fireworks' negative impact

Lib Dems warn of '£2.5 million tax bombshell' for small businesses in far north

Lib Dems warn of '£2.5 million tax bombshell' for small businesses in far north

Stone's Throw: Confusion caused by words heard at different times

Stone's Throw: Confusion caused by words heard at different times

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