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Highland Council is to decide its political administration tomorrow

With Caithness Councillor Raymond Bremner set to become council leader

'Partygate' probe finds there is 'no excuse for some of the behaviour'

Sue Gray states again there were 'failures of leadership and judgement in No 10 and the Cabinet Office'

Farmers need to know government plan for the future

With summer almost upon us farmers could be forgiven for hoping the storms are behind us and brighter days lie ahead.

Ariane Burgess: Time for a better housing model to suit all our needs

When I visit people in the region the housing crisis is an often-raised topic – mainly the lack of affordable housing for young people.

Former council convener suggest more powers for local areas

Devolved power, flexible working and smart budgeting are among modernisation plans floated by Councillor Bill Lobban.

Jamie Stone urges Scottish Government to 'get a grip' on literacy and numeracy

Jamie Stone has urged the Scottish Government to "get a grip" on literacy and numeracy after Highland primaries fared poorly in national rankings.

'Chronically poor broadband service' is holding back the far north, says Stone

Almost none of the £5 billion fund has been spent, claims MP

Profile: Raymond Bremner is expected to be the new Highland Council Leader

So who is the man widely tipped to become one of the most powerful politicians in the region?

MAREE TODD: Sharp focus on cost-of-living crisis in Caithness

Holyrood Notebook by Maree Todd

Bremner tipped for top role – but vows to serve Caithness

Caithness councillor Raymond Bremner says that the county will remain “foremost in my mind” despite being tipped for the top job at Highland Council.

Stone says passport delays for Caithness travellers and others are 'simply not good enough'

MP urges people to ensure passports are up-to-date

Conservatives fear SNP-Independent council coalition will put Sturgeon 'in the driving seat'

But SNP leader accuses the Tories of not putting Highlanders first

SNP and Independents confirm deal to lead Highland Council

SNP boss and Caithness Raymond Bremner is tipped to be the next council leader

Breaking: The SNP and Independent groups to lead Highland Council

An official announcement on the political administration is expected tomorrow

MSP in plea to Chancellor as energy price crisis hits home

The plight of elderly constituents in the far north who are “scared” to turn on their heating has prompted MSP Maree Todd to call for action.

Stone calls for healthcare staff to be 'fairly reimbursed' for work mileage

MP wants better deal for employees who travel around the Highlands

Bid to form new council as talks continue

Horse-trading is under way as top councillors bid to thrash out a deal to form the new political administration of Highland Council.

Politics

Highland Council is to decide its political administration tomorrow

'Partygate' probe finds there is 'no excuse for some of the behaviour'

'Partygate' probe finds there is 'no excuse for some of the behaviour'

Farmers need to know government plan for the future

Farmers need to know government plan for the future

Ariane Burgess: Time for a better housing model to suit all our needs

Ariane Burgess: Time for a better housing model to suit all our needs

Former council convener suggest more powers for local areas

Former council convener suggest more powers for local areas

Jamie Stone urges Scottish Government to 'get a grip' on literacy and numeracy

Jamie Stone urges Scottish Government to 'get a grip' on literacy and numeracy

'Chronically poor broadband service' is holding back the far north, says Stone

'Chronically poor broadband service' is holding back the far north, says Stone

Profile: Raymond Bremner is expected to be the new Highland Council Leader

Profile: Raymond Bremner is expected to be the new Highland Council Leader

MAREE TODD: Sharp focus on cost-of-living crisis in Caithness

MAREE TODD: Sharp focus on cost-of-living crisis in Caithness

Bremner tipped for top role – but vows to serve Caithness

Bremner tipped for top role – but vows to serve Caithness

Stone says passport delays for Caithness travellers and others are 'simply not good enough'

Stone says passport delays for Caithness travellers and others are 'simply not good enough'

Conservatives fear SNP-Independent council coalition will put Sturgeon 'in the driving seat'

Conservatives fear SNP-Independent council coalition will put Sturgeon 'in the driving seat'

SNP and Independents confirm deal to lead Highland Council

SNP and Independents confirm deal to lead Highland Council

Breaking: The SNP and Independent groups to lead Highland Council

Breaking: The SNP and Independent groups to lead Highland Council

MSP in plea to Chancellor as energy price crisis hits home

MSP in plea to Chancellor as energy price crisis hits home

Stone calls for healthcare staff to be 'fairly reimbursed' for work mileage

Stone calls for healthcare staff to be 'fairly reimbursed' for work mileage

Bid to form new council as talks continue

Bid to form new council as talks continue

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