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U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

06 March 2025
U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

06 March 2025

Highland MPs have welcomed a decision not to change the definition of English single malt whisky after a heated debate on its impact on Scotch.


Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

04 March 2025
Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

04 March 2025

Workers at several whisky distilleries across the Highlands could go on strike following a pay dispute, an industry union has announced.


More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025
More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025

Economic uncertainty and rising costs are among the main challenges faced by businesses in the Highlands, according to a recent survey.


WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

26 February 2025
WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

26 February 2025

Highland and Moray MPs are urging Westminster to scrap plans to grant GI status to English whisky as they fear it will hit Scotch whisky’s reputation.


‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

26 February 2025
‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

26 February 2025

Trading standards have seized a significant quantity of illicit tobacco products from a retailer in the Highlands, the local authority has announced.


‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

26 February 2025
‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

26 February 2025

Bryan Adams’ fans were left disappointed after a ticketing website glitch caused many to miss out on seats for his upcoming Inverness concert.


‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

26 February 2025
‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

26 February 2025

A Highland MSP has announced he will not be standing for re-election, saying that party political disputes are “holding Scotland back”.


Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

21 February 2025
Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

21 February 2025

NHS Highland shared that there has been “potential risk of contamination” to the hot water supply in the tower block of Raigmore Hospital.


A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale

17 February 2025
A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale

A9 restricted in both directions at Berriedale

17 February 2025

The A9 is currently restricted in both directions after a road traffic incident north of Helmsdale.


Hybrid model could be way forward for vaccine delivery in the Highlands

04 February 2025
Hybrid model could be way forward for vaccine delivery in the Highlands

Hybrid model could be way forward for vaccine delivery in the Highlands

04 February 2025

Vaccinations in the Highlands are set to partially return to be delivered from GP practices, it has been announced.


Highlands see highest number of drug-driving offences recorded over festive period

30 January 2025
Highlands see highest number of drug-driving offences recorded over festive period

Highlands see highest number of drug-driving offences recorded over festive period

30 January 2025

The Highlands had the highest number of drug-driving offences recorded in Scotland during the festive period, according to figures shared by police.


Highland Council announces dates for public events as part of visitor levy consultation

29 January 2025
Highland Council announces dates for public events as part of visitor levy consultation

Highland Council announces dates for public events as part of visitor levy consultation

29 January 2025

Members of the public in the Highlands will be able to attend public events as part of the visitor levy scheme consultation.


Showers and low temperatures spark yellow weather warning for Highlands and Moray

29 January 2025
Showers and low temperatures spark yellow weather warning for Highlands and Moray

Showers and low temperatures spark yellow weather warning for Highlands and Moray

29 January 2025

A yellow weather warning for ice affecting the Highlands and Moray tonight and tomorrow has been issued by the Met Office.


Train services in the Highlands and Moray returning back to normal after weekend chaos caused by Storm Éowyn

27 January 2025
Train services in the Highlands and Moray returning back to normal after weekend chaos caused by Storm Éowyn

Train services in the Highlands and Moray returning back to normal after weekend chaos caused by Storm Éowyn

27 January 2025

Rail lines in the Highlands and Moray have reopened after being hit by Storm Éowyn at the weekend - with some disruption expected to continue today.


WATCH: ‘What if another infant’s life is lost?’- MSP urges Health Secretary to bring vaccination services back to Highland GPs

17 January 2025
WATCH: ‘What if another infant’s life is lost?’- MSP urges Health Secretary to bring vaccination services back to Highland GPs

WATCH: ‘What if another infant’s life is lost?’- MSP urges Health Secretary to bring vaccination services back to Highland GPs

17 January 2025

Action must be taken soon to bring back vaccinations into GP practices, a Highland MSP said during a Holyrood debate on rural health last night.


Caithness and Sutherland coastal communities could benefit from £30m decarbonisation funding

16 January 2025
Caithness and Sutherland coastal communities could benefit from £30m decarbonisation funding

Caithness and Sutherland coastal communities could benefit from £30m decarbonisation funding

16 January 2025

Coastal communities in Ross-shire could benefit from a share of a multimillion-pound fund.


Highland Hospital Radio volunteer shortlisted as Best Female Presenter at prestigious national award

15 January 2025
Highland Hospital Radio volunteer shortlisted as Best Female Presenter at prestigious national award

Highland Hospital Radio volunteer shortlisted as Best Female Presenter at prestigious national award

15 January 2025

A volunteer presenter and DJ at an Inverness-based hospital radio presenter is running for a prestigious national award.


NHS Highland urges eligible residents to book Covid vaccine as winter offer set to end this month

14 January 2025
NHS Highland urges eligible residents to book Covid vaccine as winter offer set to end this month

NHS Highland urges eligible residents to book Covid vaccine as winter offer set to end this month

14 January 2025

Those eligible to get a free Covid vaccine have until the end of January to get the jag - whilst flu vaccine is available until the end of March.


New vaccine delivery system deemed 'not fit for purpose' as uptake in the Highlands drops

14 January 2025
New vaccine delivery system deemed 'not fit for purpose' as uptake in the Highlands drops

New vaccine delivery system deemed 'not fit for purpose' as uptake in the Highlands drops

14 January 2025

Calls to bring back vaccinations to GPs after Highland experiences ‘concerning’ drop in uptake


Murdered Nairn banker's family ‘extremely grateful’ for meeting with First Minister

09 January 2025
Murdered Nairn banker's family ‘extremely grateful’ for meeting with First Minister

Murdered Nairn banker's family ‘extremely grateful’ for meeting with First Minister

09 January 2025

The family of Nairn’s Alistair Wilson, murdered in 2004, said they were “extremely grateful” to the First Minister after he met with them yesterday.


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