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£300m 20-year contract to help more than double EV charge points in Highlands

A £300 million deal will help more than double the number of EV charge points in the Highlands before the end of 2027.

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

Douglas Ross MSP has been removed from the chamber at Holyrood for heckling First Minister John Swinney.

‘Get tough on Highland second homers’ urges Green MSP

Burgess: ‘Tax wealthy who buy properties they won’t live in’

20mph limits agreed amid criticism of Highland Council’s ‘ostrich school of consultation’

Opposition councillors sought a more nuanced approach including a review but administration bosses out voted them down.

Highland Council staff overpayments dropped by 77% in April this year compared to April 2024

But staff still got £624k more than they should despite tough new measures.

Highland Council’s 20mph speed limits plan set for decision day as most people oppose it

Officials insist ‘few people’ who actually support the scheme engage with consultation.

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’

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£300m 20-year contract to help more than double EV charge points in Highlands

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

Douglas Ross MSP kicked out of Holyrood chamber

‘Get tough on Highland second homers’ urges Green MSP

‘Get tough on Highland second homers’ urges Green MSP

20mph limits agreed amid criticism of Highland Council’s ‘ostrich school of consultation’

20mph limits agreed amid criticism of Highland Council’s ‘ostrich school of consultation’

Highland Council staff overpayments dropped by 77% in April this year compared to April 2024

Highland Council staff overpayments dropped by 77% in April this year compared to April 2024

Highland Council’s 20mph speed limits plan set for decision day as most people oppose it

Highland Council’s 20mph speed limits plan set for decision day as most people oppose it

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

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

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