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Conference hears how Highlands are helping Scotland "walk the walk" in taking action on climate change

Dunnet Bay Distillers are delighted to have won international awards for two of its spirits – Holy Grass Vodka and Navy Strength Gin.

Chamber Comment by Trudy Morris

At a Highland Council meeting yesterday (March 4), it was agreed there will be no increase on Council Tax rates for the next financial year.

Eligible residents across Caithness could benefit from up to 100 per cent Scottish Government grant funding available for first time central heating.

Cautious welcome for budget but reduction in VAT for the hospitality industry described as "hugely disappointing."

Wick Harbour – 'the heart of Beatrice Windfarm' – among the winners at the Highlands and Islands Renewable Energy Awards

The Campervan and Motorhome Rental Operators Fund is being delivered by VisitScotland, on behalf of the Scottish Government.

The Fishermen's Mission charity is seeking creative talents to help it put together a calendar for 2022.

A north business leader has given a cautious welcome to Budget but thinks the Chancellor should have taken "a longer term view."

Over £79k has been committed to community groups in the far north thanks to grants awards from the Caithness and North Sutherland Fund.

A doctor's surgery in Thurso says apprenticeships help keep young people in the area by developing their skills while earning.

North MP Jamie Stone today sought the backing of Health Secretary Matt Hancock for encouraging the Scottish Government on vaccine rollout.

Highland Council has today widened eligibility and extended the deadline for businesses to apply for its Discretionary Business Grant scheme.

NHS Highland has welcomed Dr Sadat Muzammil to the post of clinical director in its north sector.

MSP Edward Mountain hopes apprenticeship schemes will help reverse the figures showing falling population numbers in the Highlands.

ScotRail is cracking down on customers who dodge buying a ticket because of the reduction in front-line staff on trains due to Covid.

The huge increase of illegal dumping has led to a call on the Scottish Government to review the existing penalty for fly-tipping.

Caithness residents struggling to pay energy bills during Covid lockdown can now access help from a newly launched £4m support fund.

Volunteers from the Nuclear and Caithness Archives have given a helping hand to NHS staff during the vaccine rollout in the far north.