TRANSPORT

‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

CalMac sailings in and out of Ullapool have been hit by cancellations following a “technical” issue - causing Easter getaway misery for passengers.

Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

Several trains travelling in and out of Inverness are affected by the disruption - two on the Far North Line and two on the Inverness-Aberdeen line.

A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

Motorists have been urged to be cautious on approach after a breakdown partially blocked the A9 between Berriedale and Helmsdale.

‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

The campaign for a vital railway project that could sharply improve train reliability on the Far North Line has won the backing of a Holyrood hopeful.

Overnight traffic lights in place for two weeks on A9 roadwork section

Work to dual the A9 between Tomaring and Moy will see overnight traffic signals introduced for two weeks from April 28.

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

Police Scotland has confirmed that the A9 has been reopened

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

The A9 was closed in two locations on Tuesday lunchtime after separate crashes on the busy trunk road in Easter Ross and Sutherland.

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

Trains are once again calling at Altnabreac Station in the Flow Country, bringing the request stop’s 18-month long closure to an end.

YOUR VIEWS: Scotland doesn’t need any more wind turbines; and hazard for motorists on NC500 after resurfacing work

Letter writers give their point of view on topical issues affecting Sutherland and the wider Highlands.

Public meeting next week to discuss Dornoch Airfield

Highland Council operates Dornoch Airfield but is seeking to lease it out.

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

Stagecoach North confirms its ticket prices will change at the end of April, but does not provide details as to new costs or if any will be lower.

New move for company set up by Sutherland councillors to purchase electric cars for local communities

Sutherland Resilience Initiative is recruiting members ahead of its EGM when a new board will be elected.

OPINION: ‘Too many know diddly squat’: Far North line upgrades sparks debate

Our readers took to social media to share their thoughts on the planned upgrading works for the rail line north of Dingwall.

Community Rail Award for Helmsdale station company

Judges were impressed at the massive transformation at Helmsdale Station in the last 10 years.

WATCH: Special Lapland trip sold out in FIVE days - but second service could be added

‘It’s kind of unheard of’ - travel agency boss encouraged by support.

Early morning train service to Inverness is axed

One of three early morning services between Elgin and Inverness have been axed.

TRANSPORT

Spending watchdog warns of Highland Council ‘challenges’ in delivering vision on roads, transport, buildings and digital

‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

A9 caution warning after breakdown at Berriedale

‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

Overnight traffic lights in place for two weeks on A9 roadwork section

Overnight traffic lights in place for two weeks on A9 roadwork section

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Helmsdale after three are taken to hospital in one-vehicle crash

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

YOUR VIEWS: Scotland doesn’t need any more wind turbines; and hazard for motorists on NC500 after resurfacing work

YOUR VIEWS: Scotland doesn’t need any more wind turbines; and hazard for motorists on NC500 after resurfacing work

Public meeting next week to discuss Dornoch Airfield

Public meeting next week to discuss Dornoch Airfield

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

New move for company set up by Sutherland councillors to purchase electric cars for local communities

New move for company set up by Sutherland councillors to purchase electric cars for local communities

OPINION: ‘Too many know diddly squat’: Far North line upgrades sparks debate

OPINION: ‘Too many know diddly squat’: Far North line upgrades sparks debate

Community Rail Award for Helmsdale station company

Community Rail Award for Helmsdale station company

WATCH: Special Lapland trip sold out in FIVE days - but second service could be added

WATCH: Special Lapland trip sold out in FIVE days - but second service could be added

Early morning train service to Inverness is axed

Early morning train service to Inverness is axed

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