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HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

13 July 2023
HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

HOUSING CRISIS: Group set up to tackle the housing shortage in the Highlands

13 July 2023

The group was set up in recognition of the critical influence the housing crisis is having on businesses and communities across the region.


Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

07 July 2023
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

Met Office issues yellow weather warning for weekend

07 July 2023

Heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected over the Highlands tomorrow (Saturday 7).


Inverness Rag 'n' Bone Man gig cancelled due to 'unforeseen travel issues'

02 July 2023
Inverness Rag 'n' Bone Man gig cancelled due to 'unforeseen travel issues'

Inverness Rag 'n' Bone Man gig cancelled due to 'unforeseen travel issues'

02 July 2023

The Rag 'n' Bone Man gig that was due to take place at Northern Meeting Park tonight has been cancelled.


Young Caithness wordsmith picks up top prize in poetry competition

29 June 2023
Young Caithness wordsmith picks up top prize in poetry competition

Young Caithness wordsmith picks up top prize in poetry competition

29 June 2023

Wick-based student Florence Murton-Armer received the accolade for her poem titled 'Wide and Free' after entering the High Life Poetry Prize,


HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

29 June 2023
HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

HPMA plans stopped after thousands of responses on consultation

29 June 2023

Plans to deliver the much contested Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMA) will not be progressed.


Female rowers cross the Pentland Firth in mammoth challenge

29 June 2023
Female rowers cross the Pentland Firth in mammoth challenge

Female rowers cross the Pentland Firth in mammoth challenge

29 June 2023

A team of six women - who are rowing 2,000 miles around Great Britain - have successfully navigated a dangerous stretch of The Pentland Firth.


Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

29 June 2023
Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

Deadline weekend for entries into Highland Business Women Awards

29 June 2023

The biggest Highland event for business-minded females is on the horizon – and it is time to get your entries in.


Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

26 June 2023
Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

Scottish Parliament seeks public opinion on 'tourist tax'

26 June 2023

Businesses, tourism organisations and individuals can now have a say on the Visitor Levy Bill as it will be the focus of a new public consultation.


Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023
Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

Awards celebrate business success across the Highlands

23 June 2023

Entries are now open for The Scottish Council for Development and Industry (SCDI) Highlands and Islands Business Excellence Awards.


Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023
Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

Interest rate rise could see mortgage repayments rise by £300 a month

22 June 2023

The Bank of England has raised interest rates to 5 per cent, adding to the strain on households struggling with soaring mortgage costs.


Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023
Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

Staff of family-run business celebrate 60 years of serving the Highlands

21 June 2023

Sharon Leon was founded in 1963 and 60 years on it is still the go-to retailer for carpets and flooring in the Highlands.


Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023
Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

Do you know an inspirational woman in business?

10 June 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards 2023 is a great way to recognise the females making a difference.


'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023
'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

'Flawed' Deposit Return Scheme delayed until 2025 'at the earliest'

07 June 2023

It has been announced today that the controversial Deposit Return Scheme will be delayed until at least October 2025.


'Making it up as they go along' – Caithness businessman hits out at 'badly handled' deposit return scheme

07 June 2023
'Making it up as they go along' – Caithness businessman hits out at 'badly handled' deposit return scheme

'Making it up as they go along' – Caithness businessman hits out at 'badly handled' deposit return scheme

07 June 2023

The Scottish Government has been accused by a Caithness businessman of constantly moving the goalposts over its controversial deposit return scheme.


Plan to create Scotland's first net zero airline from Wick picks up top prize

31 May 2023
Plan to create Scotland's first net zero airline from Wick picks up top prize

Plan to create Scotland's first net zero airline from Wick picks up top prize

31 May 2023

Thomas Eccles the founder of FlyHighland Ltd, was named the overall winner at the UHI Business Competition.


Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023
Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

Former top boss at Loganair to become interim managing director at HIAL

30 May 2023

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited has announced that the former chief executive of Loganair has been appointed as its interim managing director.


Caithness residents paying 25 per cent more for fuel bills than rest of Scotland

26 May 2023
Caithness residents paying 25 per cent more for fuel bills than rest of Scotland

Caithness residents paying 25 per cent more for fuel bills than rest of Scotland

26 May 2023

A recent report has shown that it would cost an estimated £3132 per year to heat a property in Caithness compared to £2450 in other parts of Scotland.


Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023
Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

Have you set up a female-led business in the Highlands over the past year?

19 May 2023

The Highland Business Women Awards is returning again this year and it is looking for nominations for a variety of categories.


I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

06 May 2023
I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

I’m a journalist and a recovering addict: this is my story…

06 May 2023

Highland business journalist Rachel Smart tells her own personal story of addiction and recovery.


Laidhay Croft Museum: Barn roof collapse needs expert help

02 May 2023
Laidhay Croft Museum: Barn roof collapse needs expert help

Laidhay Croft Museum: Barn roof collapse needs expert help

02 May 2023

A plea for help has gone out after the roof of a 200-year-old 'A' listed barn at Dunbeath collapsed.


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