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Chance to comment on Review of Highland Polling Districts and Places
Published on 2 Oct 2023The Highland Council is undertaking its statutory duty to review polling districts and polling places.
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Fort William town centre masterplan public engagement event
Published on 3 Oct 2023Fort William town centre masterplan public engagement event
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Tain and Easter Ross By-Election Result
Published on 29 Sep 2023The by-election to elect a councillor to represent Ward 7 – Tain and Easter Ross on The Highland Council has been won by Maureen Ross (Independent) who was one of seven candidates who contested the vacancy.
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Bridge of Dava update following inspection
Published on 27 Sep 2023The damaged bridge on the A939 Nairn to Grantown Road at Dava remains closed to all traffic after it was struck by a car on Friday 15 September.
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Let’s talk about play! Council asking for children’s input to play park strategy
Published on 27 Sep 2023Let’s talk about play! Council asking for children’s input to play park strategy
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Roads and Infirmary Bridge closed for Loch Ness Marathon and Festival of Running
Published on 26 Sep 2023Motorists are being advised that various road temporary closures and restrictions will be in place in the interests of public safety during the Loch Ness Marathon, River Ness 10k Race and River Ness 5
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Public meeting on proposed formal closure of Gergask Primary School
Published on 26 Sep 2023The Highland Council is inviting parents, children and members of the public to attend a meeting next week to discuss the proposal to formally close Gergask Primary in Badenoch.
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Highland Skills Challenge Fund – Still time to apply
Published on 26 Sep 2023Following a successful on-line briefing session, The Highland Council is reminding businesses that there is still time to apply for funding to develop their green skills.
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Ten new homes at Dulnain Bridge Badenoch & Strathspey complete
Published on 26 Sep 2023Ten new homes at Dulnain Bridge Badenoch & Strathspey complete
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Highland Council By-election - Voters urged to make sure their vote counts
Published on 25 Sep 2023Highland Council By-election - Voters urged to make sure their vote counts
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Glass recycling update 22 September 2023
Published on 22 Sep 2023Glass recycling update 22 September 2023
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Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, an t-Ionad Nàiseanta airson Cànan is Cultar na Gàidhlig, a’ comharrachadh 50 bliadhna bho chaidh a stèidheachadh
Published on 22 Sep 2023Sabhal Mòr Ostaig, the National Centre for Gaelic Language and Culture, celebrates its 50th anniversary today (Friday September 22).
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Industrial action
Published on 21 Sep 2023The Council’s intention is that schools will remain open to pupils and staff on strike days where it is safe to do so unless otherwise notified.
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Ealain chruthachail a’ cur taic ri cànan is cultar na Gàidhlig aig Bun-Sgoil Dhùn Bheagain
Published on 21 Sep 2023Ealain chruthachail a’ cur taic ri cànan is cultar na Gàidhlig aig Bun-Sgoil Dhùn Bheagain
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Social Work Forum
Published on 21 Sep 2023Social Workers from throughout the Highlands are set to come together for a Forum being held in Inverness today, Thursday, 21 September.
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Proposed Dornoch Business Improvement District
Published on 21 Sep 2023postal ballot is to be held on the arrangements to propose a Business Improvement District (BID) for Dornoch for a period of 5 years from 1 March 2024 until 28 February 2029.
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Greig Street Bridge, Inverness to temporarily close to allow important flood defence test
Published on 20 Sep 2023Greig Street Bridge, Inverness to temporarily close to allow important flood defence test
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Postal Packs issued for Ward 7 By-Election
Published on 20 Sep 2023A total of 1,604 postal vote packs for the Tain and Easter Ross by-election have been posted out and the Highland Council is advising postal voters to read the instructions carefully when completing t
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Highland Council hosts KIMO UK meeting
Published on 20 Sep 2023The Highland Council hosted this year’s annual general meeting for KIMO UK as outgoing Chair, Cllr Trish Robertson, passes the baton to her successor.
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Still time to apply for the first decision making round of the 2023/24 Nature Restoration Fund
Published on 19 Sep 2023The Highland Council have extended the deadline for applicants to apply for the first decision making round of the 2023/24 allocation of Nature Restoration Funding by 12 noon, Wednesday 4 October 202
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Thurso High School Heating Oil Leak and River Thurso – Update 19 September
Published on 19 Sep 2023Thurso High School Heating Oil Leak and River Thurso – Update 19 September
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Chair welcomes work to continue enhancing safety in Highland communities
Published on 19 Sep 2023The Highland Council welcomes the partnership approach from Transport Scotland in implementing the 20mph speed limit on sections of trunk road through villages and towns in Highland.
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Positive inspection report at Nairn school
Published on 19 Sep 2023Cawdor Primary School and Nursery has received a high rating and a glowing report following their most recent inspection by Education Scotland.
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Fort William town centre masterplan moves forward
Published on 18 Sep 2023Fort William town centre masterplan moves forward
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Five years since the Suicide Highland Smartphone App was launched in Highland
Published on 18 Sep 2023Five years since the Suicide Highland Smartphone App was launched in Highland
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Proposed school closures
Published on 18 Sep 2023On 14 September, The Highland Council agreed the decision to permanently close Torridon Primary School and Struan Primary School.
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Chief Social Work Officer 2022/23 annual report
Published on 18 Sep 2023The Highland Council’s Chief Social Work Officer presented this year’s annual report to Members.
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Council agrees £343m of capital investment
Published on 15 Sep 2023At their extended meeting on 14 September, Members agreed a revised Capital Programme, covering a 5-year period 2024/25 to 2028/29. The Programme will see £343m of capital investment over this period
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Biotoxins affecting bivalve shellfish in coastal waters in the West of the Isle of Skye
Published on 15 Sep 2023Biotoxins affecting bivalve shellfish in coastal waters in the West of the Isle of Skye
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Power Outage Inverness (Multi-agency statement)
Published on 15 Sep 2023Following a power outage affecting a small number of properties in the city centre early this morning, partner agencies have been meeting to consider any impacts and address any urgent issues arising.
