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MSP urges Highlanders to donate after Syria–Türkiye earthquake death toll rises to 30,000

13 February 2023
MSP urges Highlanders to donate after Syria–Türkiye earthquake death toll rises to 30,000

MSP urges Highlanders to donate after Syria–Türkiye earthquake death toll rises to 30,000

13 February 2023

MSP Maree Todd is urging people to donate to emergency relief charities, as Türkiye–Syria earthquake death toll rises to 30,000.


'The Highlands stands in solidarity with Ukraine' says MP Jamie Stone

08 February 2023
'The Highlands stands in solidarity with Ukraine' says MP Jamie Stone

'The Highlands stands in solidarity with Ukraine' says MP Jamie Stone

08 February 2023

MP Jamie Stone says he is proud that Ukrainian refugees in the Highlands 'have been welcomed so warmly into local communities'.


Age Scotland scheme to reduce loneliness for older folk in 2023

02 January 2023
Age Scotland scheme to reduce loneliness for older folk in 2023

Age Scotland scheme to reduce loneliness for older folk in 2023

02 January 2023

Age Scotland is encouraging older folk to look for new groups to get involved with in 2023.


Five new train request-stop kiosks installed on Far North Line

20 December 2022
Five new train request-stop kiosks installed on Far North Line

Five new train request-stop kiosks installed on Far North Line

20 December 2022

The £5m Investment, including roll out of request–stop kiosks on the Far North Line has launched.


Three year CAMHS waiting list leaves families to suffer until 'point of crisis'

16 December 2022
Three year CAMHS waiting list leaves families to suffer until 'point of crisis'

Three year CAMHS waiting list leaves families to suffer until 'point of crisis'

16 December 2022

The report also discussed the recently implemented support groups in Caithness, due to a high–number of suicides in the area.


RMT Network Rail strikes underway as more action announced over Christmas

13 December 2022
RMT Network Rail strikes underway as more action announced over Christmas

RMT Network Rail strikes underway as more action announced over Christmas

13 December 2022

ScotRail services will be significantly disrupted this week during the latest round of strike action by RMT members of Network Rail.


Stone encourages BT customers to apply to Priority Repair Scheme

12 December 2022
Stone encourages BT customers to apply to Priority Repair Scheme

Stone encourages BT customers to apply to Priority Repair Scheme

12 December 2022

Jamie Stone is encouraging vulnerable constituents who are customers with BT to sign-up to their priority fault repair scheme.


Highland councillors commend free period products scheme

16 November 2022
Highland councillors commend free period products scheme

Highland councillors commend free period products scheme

16 November 2022

Highland councillors commend Scottish free period products scheme, which makes period products available freely accessible to everyone


Scotland leads on fight to end period poverty in Highland

11 November 2022
Scotland leads on fight to end period poverty in Highland

Scotland leads on fight to end period poverty in Highland

11 November 2022

Did you know that there are over 70 places across the Highlands where you can pick up free period products?


Highland Council wants to raise 'totally inadequate' £69.70 Carers Allowance

08 November 2022
Highland Council wants to raise 'totally inadequate' £69.70 Carers Allowance

Highland Council wants to raise 'totally inadequate' £69.70 Carers Allowance

08 November 2022

Highland Council will write to government to help desperate carers who cannot get by on the Carers Allowance


Rainbow Mark scheme to push for LGBT+ inclusive spaces across Highland

22 October 2022
Rainbow Mark scheme to push for LGBT+ inclusive spaces across Highland

Rainbow Mark scheme to push for LGBT+ inclusive spaces across Highland

22 October 2022

Emma Roddick, MSP for the Highlands and Islands became one of the first signatories of the Scottish LGBT+ Rainbow Mark.


Changes in college policy to improve menopause support in Scotland

18 October 2022
Changes in college policy to improve menopause support in Scotland

Changes in college policy to improve menopause support in Scotland

18 October 2022

Scottish Colleges, including UHI North, have launched a national menopause policy in a bid to improve the support offered to colleagues in Scotland


"Even in darkness there is always light" - Mikeysline mark World Mental Health Day

14 October 2022
"Even in darkness there is always light" - Mikeysline mark World Mental Health Day

"Even in darkness there is always light" - Mikeysline mark World Mental Health Day

14 October 2022

For World Mental Health Day, mental health charity, Mikeysline, gathered at Ness bridge in Inverness, lit up with Mikeysline’s colours.


HMRC reminds married couples to sign up for Marriage Allowance

03 August 2022
HMRC reminds married couples to sign up for Marriage Allowance

HMRC reminds married couples to sign up for Marriage Allowance

03 August 2022

At the height of the wedding season, HM Revenue and Customs is reminding married couples and civil partnerships to sign up for Marriage Allowance.


NHS 24 advice on treating bites and stings this summer

02 August 2022
NHS 24 advice on treating bites and stings this summer

NHS 24 advice on treating bites and stings this summer

02 August 2022

NHS 24 offers advice on how to treat bites and stings, while enjoying the outdoors this summer.


HIE recruitment drive to attract new talent to their team.

11 July 2022
HIE recruitment drive to attract new talent to their team.

HIE recruitment drive to attract new talent to their team.

11 July 2022

The Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is looking for school leavers and recent graduates who want to make a difference.


NC500 issues advice for caravans and motorhomes

11 July 2022
NC500 issues advice for caravans and motorhomes

NC500 issues advice for caravans and motorhomes

11 July 2022

North Coast 500 encourages motorhome and caravan users to follow advice and guidance for the benefit of communities and visitors enjoying the route.


New reporter to enhance news in north–west Highlands

08 July 2022
New reporter to enhance news in north–west Highlands

New reporter to enhance news in north–west Highlands

08 July 2022

A new trainee reporter is ready to enhance the news offering in the north-west Highlands after being employed by Highland News and Media.


Lifesaving equipment being given to remote UK communities

28 June 2022
Lifesaving equipment being given to remote UK communities

Lifesaving equipment being given to remote UK communities

28 June 2022

Lifesaving defibrillators have been given to remote highland communities, thanks to an initiative from HM Coastguard.


Strathy Hall installs life-saving equipment

27 June 2022
Strathy Hall installs life-saving equipment

Strathy Hall installs life-saving equipment

27 June 2022

Residents and visitors in Strathy and the surrounding area are now able to access a defibrillator.


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