News in brief: Access ranger talks tourism – Get help to quit – Polling place consultation
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An insight into how the summer 2023 visitor season has gone in Caithness and Sutherland is to be given by a Highland Council access ranger at an online event later this month.
Philip Waite, Highland Council outdoor access and long-distance route manager, will speak during a live webinar taking place on Thursday, October 19, from 3pm-4pm.
The webinar is part of a series, called Talking Tourism, organised by Venture North – the destination management organisation for tourism in Caithness and Sutherland.
A spokesperson for Venture North said: “Philip will share how the season has gone and give an insight into visitor numbers and behaviour around Caithness and Sutherland.
“We will also speak about the work that Venture North has been doing surrounding this topic and our own work in responsible visitor messaging.”
To sign up for the webinar and also for more information, visit: https://buff.ly/3Q08IOS
Get help to quit smoking
People aiming to give up smoking during the national “Stoptober” campaign can get help at local clinics.
Lybster, Thurso and Wick are the Caithness locations for NHS Highland’s Smoke-Free Service.
Susan Birse, Health Improvement Principal at NHS Highland, said: “Stoptober provides a good opportunity for people who are thinking of giving up to take the plunge and quit for good. With our support you’re three times more likely to be successful than quitting alone.”
People keen to learn more or self-refer to the Highland Smoke-free Service can call 01463 704619 or visit: www.smokefreehighland.scot.nhs.uk.
Polling place consultation
Highland Council is consulting on its polling places for elections. It is asking for views and comments on proposed arrangements, which can be seen at the council’s website.
Returning officer Derek Brown said: “It is important that our polling places are in appropriate locations and can cater for everyone, especially those with particular needs.
“We want to hear any concerns people may have and particularly want the views of those with an interest in accessibility.
“This is an opportunity for you to have your say on the location and suitability of your polling place and we are asking people to have a look at the proposals and take part in this consultation to ensure we have the most appropriate polling places in place for the next elections.”
An online map illustrating the polling districts and polling places is available on the council’s website.
Representations should be made in writing online at: https://forms.office.com/e/kcwJE1rvKk or by post to: Highland Council Elections Office, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness, IV3 5NX.
