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Highland Council narrowly avoids public inquiry into vehicle licence

23 May 2025
Highland Council narrowly avoids public inquiry into vehicle licence

Highland Council narrowly avoids public inquiry into vehicle licence

23 May 2025

The extent of problems in Highland Council’s vehicle fleet have been laid bare after investigations revealed a series of “urgent” problems.


Renewables map a ‘brilliant starter for ten’ - but ‘needs significant work’

03 May 2025
Renewables map a ‘brilliant starter for ten’ - but ‘needs significant work’

Renewables map a ‘brilliant starter for ten’ - but ‘needs significant work’

03 May 2025

Locals near various energy proposals have said a council map showing development across the region is a worthy starter but needs “significant work.”


Battery scheme close to Castle of Mey faces council objection

26 April 2025
Battery scheme close to Castle of Mey faces council objection

Battery scheme close to Castle of Mey faces council objection

26 April 2025

Plans for one of Scotland’s largest battery storage sites has been objected to by councillors because it is just two miles from the Castle of Mey.


Councillors agree pay increases

27 March 2025
Councillors agree pay increases

Councillors agree pay increases

27 March 2025

Councillors have agreed to boost senior councillor pay by between £5-11k this year.


‘I could have raised more money shaking a bucket at Inverness Airport’ - motorhome levy criticised as senior councillors want faith

20 March 2025
‘I could have raised more money shaking a bucket at Inverness Airport’ - motorhome levy criticised as senior councillors want faith

‘I could have raised more money shaking a bucket at Inverness Airport’ - motorhome levy criticised as senior councillors want faith

20 March 2025

Councillors hoped to take advantage of the lucrative North Coast 500 route, using the funds raised to improve services along the route.


Knowledge test for private hire car drivers

25 February 2025
Knowledge test for private hire car drivers

Knowledge test for private hire car drivers

25 February 2025

Councillors have been told some new private hire drivers could not navigate “simple” trips to the likes of Inverness Airport.


Thurso hostel and beauty salon planned for former medical centre

15 February 2025
Thurso hostel and beauty salon planned for former medical centre

Thurso hostel and beauty salon planned for former medical centre

15 February 2025

A former health centre in Thurso could be transformed into a hostel if plans before Highland Council are approved.


Bid for transformation of council’s children’s care service

07 February 2025
Bid for transformation of council’s children’s care service

Bid for transformation of council’s children’s care service

07 February 2025

Councillors questioned whether a draft three-year plan to implement the changes was “achievable”.


Thurso pharmacy to go hi-tech with plans for robot dispenser

22 December 2024
Thurso pharmacy to go hi-tech with plans for robot dispenser

Thurso pharmacy to go hi-tech with plans for robot dispenser

22 December 2024

A robot dispenser could be installed at a Thurso pharmacy after plans for a complete refurbishment were lodged with Highland Council.


Council agrees to change health board model

13 December 2024
Council agrees to change health board model

Council agrees to change health board model

13 December 2024

The Highland health board was unique in its adoption of a lead agency model, which gave different powers to each authority.


‘How did this happen?’ - Highland councillors question officials over £600k payroll overpayments

28 November 2024
‘How did this happen?’ - Highland councillors question officials over £600k payroll overpayments

‘How did this happen?’ - Highland councillors question officials over £600k payroll overpayments

28 November 2024

A report outlining the extent of the overpayments was put in front of councillors at an audit committee today.


EV charger-blocking Highland Council vehicle fined

08 November 2024
EV charger-blocking Highland Council vehicle fined

EV charger-blocking Highland Council vehicle fined

08 November 2024

Council officers said it was an “education issue” and they would look into improving the council’s electric vehicle use.


Mybster battery storage plant close to World Heritage Site gets approval

01 November 2024
Mybster battery storage plant close to World Heritage Site gets approval

Mybster battery storage plant close to World Heritage Site gets approval

01 November 2024

A battery energy storage system near Mybster has been approved by Highland Council planners, despite environmental concerns being raised.


Caithness councillor raises concerns over proposed battery storage scheme at Forss

08 August 2024
Caithness councillor raises concerns over proposed battery storage scheme at Forss

Caithness councillor raises concerns over proposed battery storage scheme at Forss

08 August 2024

A site close to Dounreay being considered for a battery energy storage system is one of two in the Highlands to have sparked concern among councillors


NHS Highland on course for £50 million overspend

01 August 2024
NHS Highland on course for £50 million overspend

NHS Highland on course for £50 million overspend

01 August 2024

NHS Highland is forecast to overspend by £50 million in the latest projections discussed on Tuesday.


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