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Locals should be exempt from paying Highland Council’s visitor levy or ‘tourist tax’

MSP Douglas Ross who accused the SNP of failing to address concerns.

Highland Council is still overpaying staff by more than £624k a year

As it threatens to take one ex-employee to court despite cancelling a repayment meeting and not rescheduling.

Skye Highland councillor Ruraidh Stewart named as Scottish Conservative for Inverness and Nairn seat

So far he will face Labour’s Shaun Fraser, Lib Dem Neil Alexander, the SNP’s Emma Roddick and independent Duncan Macpherson.

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

The 200 per cent Council Tax charge on second homes is expected to generate £5.8m this year.

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

A Highland MP has called for a controversial tourism levy to be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT) if it is introduced.

Highland Council aims to become a ‘Council of Sanctuary’ for ‘those fleeing persecution and violence’

It means applying to be granted status for the City of Sanctuary Award.

Highland Council confirms 10% of staff grievances upheld – the same ratio who reported bullying

But bosses remain tight-lipped about the reason behind complaints.

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

The 200 per cent Council Tax charge on second homes is expected to generate £5.8m this year.

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Members unanimously wave through a move to consult on a new region-wide policy.

Highland Council has fifth worst roads in Scotland with maintenance shortfall estimate of £10 million a year

One councillor slams administration ‘hypocrisy’ over question to the leader who hits back saying he gave ‘an honest, factual answer’.

Highland Labour MSP Rhoda Grant to stand down at the 2026 Holyrood election

She says that it has been an ‘honour’ to serve the region but it is ‘now time to make way for others’

Holyrood debate hears SNP credibility on the line amid fresh A9 dualling delay concerns

Fergus Ewing warns ‘never make the same mistake twice when you can make it five or six times and be sure’.

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Councillors want a full consultation with pupils, parents, teachers and staff to support head teachers.

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Business minister Richard Lochhead hails a major ‘boost for Highland commuters and visitors’.

Fake speed bumps rolled out at 11 Highland sites despite criticism

Fake speed bumps locals ridiculed after being installed on a Highland street are being rolled out to 10 more locations - including some in Ross-shire.

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

A report identifies an ‘unprecedented’ investment and jobs opportunity for the Highlands - and the barriers that must be overcome ‘at pace’.

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

The MP for Strathspey has welcomed news of a UK-India trade deal as a “win for whisky”.

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Locals should be exempt from paying Highland Council’s visitor levy or ‘tourist tax’

Highland Council is still overpaying staff by more than £624k a year

Highland Council is still overpaying staff by more than £624k a year

Skye Highland councillor Ruraidh Stewart named as Scottish Conservative for Inverness and Nairn seat

Skye Highland councillor Ruraidh Stewart named as Scottish Conservative for Inverness and Nairn seat

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

Highland Council aims to become a ‘Council of Sanctuary’ for ‘those fleeing persecution and violence’

Highland Council aims to become a ‘Council of Sanctuary’ for ‘those fleeing persecution and violence’

Highland Council confirms 10% of staff grievances upheld – the same ratio who reported bullying

Highland Council confirms 10% of staff grievances upheld – the same ratio who reported bullying

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

With nearly 3500 second homes in the Highlands, find out which area has the most

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Highland Council takes a step closer to banning mobile phones in schools

Highland Council has fifth worst roads in Scotland with maintenance shortfall estimate of £10 million a year

Highland Council has fifth worst roads in Scotland with maintenance shortfall estimate of £10 million a year

Highland Labour MSP Rhoda Grant to stand down at the 2026 Holyrood election

Highland Labour MSP Rhoda Grant to stand down at the 2026 Holyrood election

Holyrood debate hears SNP credibility on the line amid fresh A9 dualling delay concerns

Holyrood debate hears SNP credibility on the line amid fresh A9 dualling delay concerns

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Highland school mobile phone ban to be debated at the council amid call for policy on the issue

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Fake speed bumps rolled out at 11 Highland sites despite criticism

Fake speed bumps rolled out at 11 Highland sites despite criticism

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

MP hopes new UK-India trade deal is ‘beginning of change’ for government’s support to Scotch whisky industry

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