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Community invited to have their say on proposed Masterplan Consent Area at Ardersier
Published on 6 Jan 2026The Highland Council is inviting local residents to share their views on a possible proposal for a Masterplan Consent Area (MCA) Scheme at Ardersier Mains.
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Roll-out of extra grit supplies after prolonged severe weather
Published on 9 Jan 2026Large 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.
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Highland Council winter road conditions for 9 January 2026
Published on 9 Jan 2026The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 9 January 2026.
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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 on 8 Jan 2026An important democratic event will take place on Thursday, 7 May 2026—the Scottish Parliamentary Election.
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Public invited to Justice Service open day in Inverness
Published on 8 Jan 2026Public invited to Justice Service open day in Inverness
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New date for Fanellan Substation application site visit
Published on 8 Jan 2026A new date has been set for the planning application site visit - 25/00826/FUL: Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission Plc
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Residents and businesses encouraged to help shape potential Masterplan Consent Area at Essich Road, Inverness
Published on 8 Jan 2026Local 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.
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Ticket sales now open on reinstated Wick-Aberdeen flights
Published on 8 Jan 2026Following 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.
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Highland Council winter road conditions for 8 January 2026
Published on 8 Jan 2026The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 8 January 2026.
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Introduction of two Short Term Let Control Areas to be considered for Inverness Area
Published on 7 Jan 2026Inverness 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.
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Highland Council winter road conditions for 7 January 2026
Published on 7 Jan 2026The Highland Council's winter road conditions report for 7 January 2026.
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Postponement of Pre Determination Hearing and Determination of Planning Application - Fanellan Substation
Published on 6 Jan 2026Fanellan Substation site visit and meeting postponed.
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Highland Council winter road condition report for 6 January 2026
Published on 6 Jan 2026Highland Council winter road condition report for 6 January 2026
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Police issue advice after further Amber warner
Published on 6 Jan 2026Police travel advice has been issued following a further Amber weather warning for snow across large parts of north and northeast Scotland.
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Highland Council winter road condition report for 5 January 2026
Published on 5 Jan 2026Highland Council winter road condition report for 5 January 2026
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Highland Road Conditions Report - Sunday 4 January 2026
Published on 4 Jan 2026Highland Road Conditions Report for Sunday 4 January 2026
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Highland Winter Road Conditions Report - Saturday 3 January 2026
Published on 3 Jan 2026Winter Road Conditions Report - Saturday 3 January 2026.
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Infrared technology repairs over 7,000 square metres of Highland roads
Published on 31 Dec 2025Earlier this year, Highland Council appointed Thermal Road Repairs for a two-year infrared patching repair contract worth a seven-figure sum.
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Works to begin at Inverness Crematorium
Published on 31 Dec 2025From 5 January 2026, construction is scheduled to begin at Inverness Crematorium as part of a project to upgrade the current cremators.
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Highland Council winter road condition and school closure report for Wednesday 31 December 2025
Published on 31 Dec 2025Maps of the Council’s gritting routes by priority and policy are available online at www.highland.gov.uk/gritting
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Latha fosgailte Gàidhlig do phàrantan is do chloinn ro-sgoile Inbhir Narann
Published on 30 Dec 2025Parents and pre-school children were able to find out more about Gaelic medium education and its benefits at a recent event held in Nairn.
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Interim report of Highland Poverty and Equality Commission
Published on 29 Dec 2025The initial work of the Highland Poverty and Equality Commission focussing on impacts of poverty has recently been welcomed by Members of The Highland Council.
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Successful Wick – Aberdeen air service operator announced
Published on 23 Dec 2025Successful Wick – Aberdeen air service operator announced
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Council staff dig deep to support Highland Hospice
Published on 23 Dec 2025Staff from The Highland Council recently paid a visit to the Highland Hospice to hand over money raised during a special seasonal fundraising day.
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Top restaurant steps in to save Christmas at Isle of Skye school
Published on 23 Dec 2025Chefs from one of Scotland’s most famous restaurants co-operated with Highland Council’s catering team last week to ensure pupils at a Skye primary school did not miss out on their Christmas lunch.
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Highland Chief Social Work Officer elected as Convenor of Social Work Scotland
Published on 23 Dec 2025Fiona Duncan has been elected as Convenor of Social Work Scotland, the professional leadership body for the social work and social care professions.
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Council receives top award for Catch The Bus Month 2025 campaign
Published on 22 Dec 2025Bus Users UK have awarded their 2025 Catch the Bus Month Local Authority Engagement Award to The Highland Council.
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Committee Chair welcomes Short Breaks Service for children and young people
Published on 22 Dec 2025The re-introduction of a short break service for children and young people in Inverness was welcomed by the Chair of Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Committee, Cllr David Fraser.
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Corran Ferry Update – Maid of Glencoul returns to service 19 December 2025
Published on 19 Dec 2025The Highland Council is pleased to confirm that the Maid of Glencoul has returned to service on the Corran Ferry route following two days of successful sea trials
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Still time to have your say on Thurso’s future
Published on 19 Dec 2025If you missed the recent public consultation events on £100m investment in education and community facilities in Thurso, there’s still time to give your views.
