MSP's plea as drivers hit 120mph in Highland speeding hotspot A new survey found that drivers were regularly hitting 100mph at a Highland speeding hotspot. The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2023
Mountaineers object to plan to demolish Jimmy Savile's former Highland cottage MOUTAINEERS have objected to plans to demolish a Highland cottage once owned by Jimmy Savile. The National (Scotland) · Dec 8, 2023
First Minister challenged over plans for golf course on protected Scottish site THE First Minister has been challenged on whether Scottish Government ministers will “call in” a controversial planning application after… The National (Scotland) · Dec 7, 2023
Row as Scottish council approves golf course on protected area THE Scottish Government has been asked to step in and “save” one of the last remaining undeveloped dune systems in the country after a council… The National (Scotland) · Dec 6, 2023
Bust of John Gordon could fetch £2.5m – if Highland town agrees to sale Proceeds from potential sale of Edmé Bouchardon’s 18th-century sculpture could be used for community projects The Guardian - UK · Oct 30, 2023
Kate Forbes calls for 'discounted fares' as busy ferry route disrupted again KATE Forbes has said locals should be given discounted fares on a trouble-hit ferry route once service resumes ... The National (Scotland) · Oct 24, 2023
Motorhome crackdown plans amid ‘pressures’ on road at Scottish beauty spot THE Highland Council is looking to introduce parking restrictions on a popular road in a Scottish national park amid a crackdown on motorhomes. The National (Scotland) · Sep 7, 2023
Schools in Scotland containing crumbling concrete named Some councils have not yet provided figures. The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2023
Which schools in Scotland have Raac and are any closed? AN urgent review ordered by the Scottish Government is underway across the entire country to determine the extent of collapse-risk concrete in… The National (Scotland) · Sep 4, 2023
'They'll go anywhere': Villagers call for public toilets in 'chaotic' Glenfinnan PUBLIC toilets are desperately needed to deal with an overwhelming number of visitors in Glenfinnan, with the Highland hamlet heading for a… The National (Scotland) · Aug 31, 2023
Highland Council by-election candidates announced after LibDem resignation HIGHLAND council have confirmed the details of the seven candidates standing in the Tain and Easter Ross ward by-election. The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2023
Fairy Pools takeover has calmed overtourism at Skye beauty spot, say charity THERE needs to be bigger investment in Scotland’s natural assets if the country is to really get a handle on overtourism, a leading figure at the… The National (Scotland) · Jul 30, 2023
Police not objecting to Skye All Under One Banner march POLICE have confirmed they are not formally objecting to an All Under One Banner (AUOB) march set to take place next month in Skye. The National (Scotland) · Jul 14, 2023
Sudden school closure as red mite infestation discovered AN Inverness school has announced its immediate closure until after the summer holidays due to a red mites infestation. The National (Scotland) · Jun 23, 2023
The National (Scotland) · Jun 14, 2023 Highland Council plans to build five solar farms could make almost £120m HIGHLAND Council plans are looking to build solar farms on five sites which could make almost £120 million.
The National (Scotland) · May 31, 2023 'Insulting': Anger at 'pathetic' Gaelic mistakes in Highland street signs LOCALS have raised concerns about the “frankly insulting” street signs which have been put up in a new Scottish housing development ...
The Independent UK · May 24, 2023 Council in U-turn on bouncy castles ban Highland Council had announced a ‘pause’ on the use of inflatables on its land for health and safety reasons.
The National (Scotland) · May 24, 2023 Scottish council U-turns on decision to ban bouncy castles after backlash HIGHLAND Council has U-turned on its decision to ban bouncy castles in the region after local businesses hit out at the move.
Daily Record · May 24, 2023 Scots council bans bouncy castle over health and safety fears Highland Council said the size of the inflatables makes it hard for staff to carry out safety checks and has therefore put a "foreseeable pause" on rentals.
The National (Scotland) · May 22, 2023 Explained: The Corran ferry crossing and what comes next Multiple ferries have been out of action for long periods across the CalMac fleet, but one of the worst affected services has been the Corran…
The National (Scotland) · May 20, 2023 ‘Increasingly unlikely’ military will be needed to replace ferry service IT IS looking “increasingly unlikely” the military will need to provide a vessel to replace a key Highlands ferry route, the local authority…
Daily Record · May 18, 2023 Remote Scottish island 'dream job' offers £60k salary, golden beaches and dolphin spotting The Isle of Eigg are currently on the hunt for a new head teacher with the job opportunity giving a lucky someone the chance to make the move to the gorgeous island.
The National (Scotland) · May 17, 2023 'Unacceptable' plans for Coul Links golf course criticised by nature agency PLANS to build a luxury golf course on protected sand dunes in the Highlands have been criticised by Scotland’s nature agency.
Insider UK · May 17, 2023 NatureScot objects to plans for golf course at Coul Links Developer claims that new plans minimise environmental impact and will provide funding to maintain sand dunes
The National (Scotland) · May 2, 2023 Highland Council voices 'strong opposition' to HPMAs citing coastal community risk The local authority has the longest coastline in Scotland, accounting for 21 of the Scottish total, followed by Argyll and Bute and the Western…