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Personnel redundancies aren’t personal – but what are the legal requirements?

Personnel redundancies aren’t personal – but what are the legal requirements?

Redundancy is about the position, not the person. It's the job role that becomes redundant, not the individual's worth or skills.


West of Orkney Windfarm: Supply chain businesses urged to sign up for Thurso event

West of Orkney Windfarm: Supply chain businesses urged to sign up for Thurso event

The West of Orkney Windfarm will be hosting a supply chain event in Thurso next week.


Wick Academy find out who they will face in Scottish Cup first round

Wick Academy find out who they will face in Scottish Cup first round

Highland League clubs enter national cup competition at first round stage.


'Damboree' fun at Dunbeath for Beaver Scouts from Wick, Thurso and Reay

'Damboree' fun at Dunbeath for Beaver Scouts from Wick, Thurso and Reay

Beavers Scouts from the Caithness and Sutherland district took part in a "Damboree" camp at Dunbeath.


Council invites Caithness applications for nature restoration projects

Council invites Caithness applications for nature restoration projects

Highland Council invites Caithness community groups to apply for a share of the 2023/24 allocation of the Nature Restoration Fund.


SECRET THINKER: 'Why be scared of dentist? I fell asleep in chair'

SECRET THINKER: 'Why be scared of dentist? I fell asleep in chair'

Can going to the dentist be classed as mild pampering? Secret Thinker says yes!


New Halkirk GalaFest was a ‘tremendous village effort’

New Halkirk GalaFest was a ‘tremendous village effort’

Halkirk held its first GalaFest – bringing together some popular gala events, alongside a festival vibe...


Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

Looking Back – news from the John O'Groat Journal of yesteryear

No-Licence poll bid in 1923, New tourist offices opened in 1973 and Fears voiced as NHS trust axed in 1998


Balmore closure means people will have to travel to Inverness to adopt a pet

Balmore closure means people will have to travel to Inverness to adopt a pet

Locals slam the move as 'criminal' as the far north waves goodbye to yet another service.


Monique Sliedrecht: Feeling helpless in Caithness in face of Canada wildfires

Monique Sliedrecht: Feeling helpless in Caithness in face of Canada wildfires

Northern Drift by Monique Sliedrecht


Species on the Edge recruiting for Youth Panel in Caithness and Sutherland

Species on the Edge recruiting for Youth Panel in Caithness and Sutherland

A conservation programme announced that it is looking for 14 young people aged 16 to 25 to join its Species on the Edge Youth Panel


Eight things you probably didn’t know about seatbelt laws

Eight things you probably didn’t know about seatbelt laws

Caithness drivers are being urged to brush up on their understanding of seatbelt laws to avoid facing hefty financial penalties.


Upcoming changes for recycling of upholstered furniture

Upcoming changes for recycling of upholstered furniture

The council discussed changes concerning the collection, storage and treatment of upholstered domestic seating at recycle facilities in Highland.


HIE launches strategy to capitalise on 'once-in-a-generation opportunities'

HIE launches strategy to capitalise on 'once-in-a-generation opportunities'

Scotland’s economic and com­munity development agency for the Highlands and Islands has launched its new five-year strategy.


Cat Protection charity calls for new feline foster carers after news of SSPCA rescue home closure

Cat Protection charity calls for new feline foster carers after news of SSPCA rescue home closure

The Caithness branch of a national cat charity says its search for more feline foster homes has become more urgent.


Wick Academy looking for a reaction against Turriff

Wick Academy looking for a reaction against Turriff

Wick Academy will be looking for a positive response against Turriff United on Saturday after suffering an 8-0 defeat to Ross County in midweek.


RAC patrol starts JOGLE charity run with his 'Frankenstein' pram

RAC patrol starts JOGLE charity run with his 'Frankenstein' pram

RAC patrol Lee Wingate started out on his quest to be the first to run unsupported from John O’Groats to Land’s End for a new world record.


Highland Heroes 2024: Nominate your community champions

Highland Heroes 2024: Nominate your community champions

Who are the unsung champions that make and shape your community?


New kids on the block at Noss Primary in Wick

New kids on the block at Noss Primary in Wick

Some new faces have just arrived at Noss Primary School in Wick and headteacher Fraser Thomson said the staff are delighted with the recent intake.


Update on the winter flu and Covid-19 vaccination programme in Caithness

Update on the winter flu and Covid-19 vaccination programme in Caithness

The winter vaccination programme in Caithness is set to begin this Monday (September 4) for those eligible.


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