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News published January 2026

Roll-out of extra grit supplies after prolonged severe weather
Published 9 Jan 2026
Large grit bags have been placed in key locations across Inverness and the surrounding area to support local communities following nine days of severe winter weather.
Highland Council winter road conditions for 9 January 2026
Published 9 Jan 2026
The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 9 January 2026.
Joint Statement: Assessor and Electoral Registration Officer for the Highland and Western Isles Valuation Joint Board, and the Returning Officer for The Highland Council
Published 8 Jan 2026
An important democratic event will take place on Thursday, 7 May 2026—the Scottish Parliamentary Election.
Public invited to Justice Service open day in Inverness
Published 8 Jan 2026
Public invited to Justice Service open day in Inverness
New date for Fanellan Substation application site visit
Published 8 Jan 2026
A new date has been set for the planning application site visit - 25/00826/FUL: Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission Plc
Residents and businesses encouraged to help shape potential Masterplan Consent Area at Essich Road, Inverness
Published 8 Jan 2026
Local communities are being encouraged to take part in early engagement on a potential Masterplan Consent Area (MCA) at Essich Road, Inverness, as The Highland Council continues its work to speed up the delivery of much‑needed homes and infrastructure across the region.
Ticket sales now open on reinstated Wick-Aberdeen flights
Published 8 Jan 2026
Following the announcement on 23 December 2025 that Air Charter Scotland have been appointed to take over the Wick-Aberdeen air service, tickets for the service are now available for sale.
Highland Council winter road conditions for 8 January 2026
Published 8 Jan 2026
The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 8 January 2026.
Introduction of two Short Term Let Control Areas to be considered for Inverness Area
Published 7 Jan 2026
Inverness Councillors have agreed to progress with the process of considering the introduction of two distinct Short Term Let Control Areas (STLCAs) for Inverness city and wider rural areas.
Highland Council winter road conditions for 7 January 2026
Published 7 Jan 2026
The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 7 January 2026.