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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.


Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

24 April 2023
Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

Passenger numbers at HIAL increase during last 12 months

24 April 2023

The twelve months to March 2023 saw almost 1.5 million people use the 11 regional airports in the HIAL network.


Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

22 April 2023
Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

Digital skills to be taught to young people across the Highlands

22 April 2023

The growing demand for digital skills in the Highland economy is to be addressed by supporting volunteers to launch 'tech clubs' across the region.


Caithness cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

21 April 2023
Caithness cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

Caithness cafes take part in reusable cup scheme

21 April 2023

Cafes around around the NC500 are taking part in the Highland Cup Movement.


"Are you about business or not?" Caithness MP implores UK Government to support fishing industry

20 April 2023
"Are you about business or not?" Caithness MP implores UK Government to support fishing industry

"Are you about business or not?" Caithness MP implores UK Government to support fishing industry

20 April 2023

Lib Dem Jamie Stone has asked the UK Government to do more to help overseas recruitment into the fishing industry.


Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

19 April 2023
Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

Highland MSP submits motion for protest song on HPMA to be debated in Scottish Parliament

19 April 2023

MSP Rhoda Grant has said that "the song encapsulates the fury that is felt by rural communities."


DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

18 April 2023
DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

DRS delay: boost for business or 'blow' for environment?

18 April 2023

The Federation of Small Businesses has welcomed today's news from the Scottish Government, but environmental campaign groups say it comes as a 'blow'.


'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

17 April 2023
'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

'Small business survival cannot be taken for granted' says FSB ahead of Scottish Government priorities

17 April 2023

The Federation of Small Businesses is calling for the Scottish Government to press pause on all new regulations that would impact small businesses.


WATCH: "This is a genuine fight for the survival of a people" say Skipinnish as they release protest song against HMPA

14 April 2023
WATCH: "This is a genuine fight for the survival of a people" say Skipinnish as they release protest song against HMPA

WATCH: "This is a genuine fight for the survival of a people" say Skipinnish as they release protest song against HMPA

14 April 2023

Celtic band Skipinnish have released The Clearances Again in response to the Scottish Governments HPMA plans.


Managing director of HIAL to step down after 18 years

13 April 2023
Managing director of HIAL to step down after 18 years

Managing director of HIAL to step down after 18 years

13 April 2023

Inglis Lyon, managing director of Highlands and Islands Airport Ltd (HIAL) has announced his intention to step down from his role this summer.


How are two Highland businesses plugging a gap in the hospitality sector?

12 April 2023
How are two Highland businesses plugging a gap in the hospitality sector?

How are two Highland businesses plugging a gap in the hospitality sector?

12 April 2023

Cru Holdings and KBE Events have joined forces to create Highland Cater Hire.


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