Politics

Holyrood Notebook by Ariane Burgess

The Highland MSP said it would be a 'huge relief' for families.

Roll out of the National Good Food Nation Plan has been delayed for six months.

A new book from Dunbeath-based company Whittles includes details on the American naval base in Caithness and its significance during the Cold War.

With wintry conditions prevailing throughout Caithness today, Far North MP Jamie Stone commented on the closure of the snow gates at the Ord.

MSPs on a Holyrood committee have backed calls for the introduction of a visitor levy in local authorities

Communities will need more than just "hype" and "rosy words" if they are to gain maximum benefit from green energy growth, Jamie Stone has warned.

Two Highland MSPs have joined forces to fight for the continuation of subsidised passenger services from Wick airport.

A promise to finally dual the A9 between Perth and Inverness by 2035 shows disdain for rural communities, a Caithness business leader has claimed.

Transport secretary Mairi McAllan is currently delivering a statement on the renewed programme.

Holyrood Notebook by Maree Todd

Finance secretary Shona Robison promised a budget that would ‘reaffirm Scotland’s social contract.’

Kate Forbes hails ‘good news’ as finance secretary Shona Robison says Highland economy 'needs' the A9 dualling.

The cabinet secretary for transport Mairi McAllan is expected to deliver the ministerial statement to Holyrood.

The cabinet secretary for transport Mairi McAllan is expected to deliver the ministerial statement to Holyrood.

Caithness, Sutherland and Ross MSP Maree Todd has highlighted the need for Highland communities to "reap the benefits" of increased green energy.

Civil servants warned the transport secretary in 2018 that '2025 deadline would not be met' if it was privately financed.

Scientists based in Thurso have showcased their work on the environmental impact of healthcare to the European Union in Brussels.

Winter gritting and rubbish collections are among the most valued council services, an interactive tool launched in the Highlands has shown.

Scottish Government figures show Highland Council has the worst school estate and curriculum for excellence performance in Scotland.