A robot dispenser could be installed at a Thurso pharmacy after plans for a complete refurbishment were lodged with Highland Council.
The Highland health board was unique in its adoption of a lead agency model, which gave different powers to each authority.
A report outlining the extent of the overpayments was put in front of councillors at an audit committee today.
Council officers said it was an “education issue” and they would look into improving the council’s electric vehicle use.
A battery energy storage system near Mybster has been approved by Highland Council planners, despite environmental concerns being raised.
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 is forecast to overspend by £50 million in the latest projections discussed on Tuesday.