Transport

Roadworks will affect a mile-long section of road from the eastern end of Bettyhill to the turn off for Farr.

It was announced this week that there will be a temporary road restriction on the A9/A99 at Latheron and along the Causewaymire road.

Trudy Morris emphasised that connectivity is a major factor in achieving economic growth as she expressed relief and delight at the PSO announcement.

The cause of many sleepless nights in Watten was resolved today when the rattling cover over a sewer pipe on the A882 was replaced.

Jamie Stone wants to see additional flights from Wick John O'Groats Airport following this week's positive news about Scottish Government funding.

The Scottish Government's support for the Wick/Aberdeen route ensures airport stability and sustains local employment, according to the local MSP.

British Transport Police have confirmed that one person was pronounced dead at the scene following an incident on the Far North Line.

Vital funding from the Scottish Government for Wick/Aberdeen air links will continue in 2024/25, it was announced this morning.

The railway line between Inverness and Dingwall has now reopened after emergency services attended an incident before 8am today.

Train services are either being cancelled, delayed or revised.

Councillors have highlighted a 25 per cent rise in Wick passenger numbers as they fight for the continuation of a vital Scottish Government subsidy.

Cuts to Network Rail increase the likelihood of railway line failures and cancellations, Highland RMT members have warned after more disruption.

A section of the Far North Line that was battered by spring tides and stormy seas is expected to reopen to trains tomorrow morning (Friday).

The council announced that a three-week trial of a 'fast, efficient and cost effective' thermal process for pothole repairs will take place in Thurso.

Rail passengers are bracing for further disruption, with engineers expected to give an update later today on when the line may reopen.

High spring tides are hampering repairs to a sea-battered section of the Far North Line, passengers have been warned.

Rail passengers on the Far North Line were facing major disruption on Tuesday, after extremely high tides and waves damaged the line.

The line was closed between Brora and Helmsdale after the tracks in that area suffered coastal flood damage for the second time this winter.

Rail campaigners are hoping that improvements to the Far North Line can start before the end of the year after a "friendly and constructive meeting".

The Met Office warns that transport disruption from snow and ice is likely on Friday and Saturday in Caithness.