Public engagement sessions
The following events were held to assist members of the public in participating in the public consultation process on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme for Highland and submitting a formal consultation response. The consultation period has now closed.
Public Library Community Drop-in Events
An informal in-person drop-in opportunity to chat with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme and ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process. Public access computers are also available on-site for members of the public to fill in the online consultation document, if required.
- Nairn Library - 7 February 2025, 10:30am to 12:30pm
- Thurso Library - 18 February 2025, 2pm to 7:30pm (As part of a place-based planning event)
- Fortrose Community Library - 19 February 2025, 10am to 12noon
- Fort William Library - 26 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
- Ullapool Community Library - 27 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
- Brora Library - 28 February 2025, 10:30am to 12:30pm
Community Drop-in Events
An informal in-person drop-in opportunity to chat with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme and ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.
- Inverness Archive Centre - 11 February 2025, 1pm to 3pm
- Wick (Pulteney Centre) - 12 February 2025, 10:30am to 3:30pm (As part of a place-based planning event)
- Kingussie Courthouse - 13 February 2025, 1:30pm to 3pm
- Kyle of Lochalsh Service Point - 20 February 2025, 11am to 1pm
- Kinlochbervie Harbour Offices - 17 March 2025, 11:30am to 1:30pm
Community In-person Events
Meet with Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, when there will be an opportunity to ask questions about the proposal.
- Portree (Skye Candle Visitor Centre) - 14 March 2025, 2pm to 3:30pm
- Caol (Caol Community Centre) - 20 March 2025, 6pm to 7pm
Community Webinars
A formal online presentation from Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process. Registration will open one week before the event.
- 25 February 2025 - 4pm to 5pm
- 13 March 2025 - 11am to 12noon
- 19 March 2025 - 6pm to 7pm
Community Council Webinar
A formal online presentation for Community Councillors from Council staff on the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.
- 6 February 2025 - 4pm to 5pm
Chambers of Commerce Business Events
Formal industry-led events to discuss the specific business-related aspects of the proposed Visitor Levy Scheme, with the opportunity to ask questions about the proposal or the consultation process.
- Cairngorms Business Partnership - 3 March 2025 - 1pm to 2pm - Boat of Garten Community Hall, Boat of Garten
- Caithness Chamber of Commerce - 24 February 2025 - 11am to 12:30pm - Mackays Hotel, Wick
- Inverness Chamber of Commerce - 5 March 2025 - 2:30pm to 4pm - Drumossie Hotel, Inverness
- Lochaber / West Highland Chamber of Commerce - 28 February 2025 - 2pm to 3:30pm - Nevis Centre, Fort William