News Archive

Long Covid And Long Vaccine - Dr John Campbell Speaking To Professor Robert Clancy

Professor Robert Clancy has found similarities between long covid and long post covid vaccination syndrome.  Here he shares new findings on the theory and practical medical management of these two conditions.  

GMG Energy Set To Operate In Scotland-wide Construction Sector As It Secures New Stress Test Wood Credentials

GMG Energy the rapidly expanding Highland timber products specialist which contributes significantly to the circular economy in the Highlands and the Northern Isles, is set to play a bigger role in Scotland's construction sector.   The Halladale-based business has seen three of its senior employees, including Director Malcolm Morrison, secure visual softwood structural grading credentials which qualifies the company to supply builders and joinery businesses with the stress tested timber used in housing and commercial property construction projects.  

Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry Live Stream

There are two live streams going on today.   This disgraceful situation has a long way to go.  

Council Budget Gaps Highlighted By Audit Scotland Report

A report published today (16 January 2024) by Audit Scotland highlights the financial situation facing Scottish councils.   Scottish Government will say the cash given to councils is at record levels but the report shows that for a variety of reasons the money is not keeping up with the increased costs of delivering services.  

Highland Road Conditions Report - Monday 15 January 2024

The information provided is a summary of reports from operational staff and is intended to give a general indication of typical conditions in each area at a point in time.   It is not intended to imply that any individual route is entirely snow and ice free and drivers must be aware that conditions can change rapidly and make their own assessment of conditions for travelling.  

Opportunity To Represent Your Local Community With Interim Community Council Elections

Nominations are invited from people seeking election to the Community Councils which did not form during the 2023 Community Council Elections and the ones that fell into abeyance.   This is your chance to help represent the views of your community to The Highland Council and other public agencies.  

Have A Gneiss Day - Donald's Take On North West Sutherland's Ancient Rocks

Donald Mitchell's, Highland Ranger's take on North West Sutherland's ancient rocks.   I knew practically nothing about rocks before moving to the northwest many years ago but very quickly realised that you cannot ignore rocks here, the landscape IS rocks, outside the front door, through the window or on your drive to work, rocks, rocks and more rocks.  

Consultation On Eligibility For Right To Be Paid From Broadcasting And Public Playing Of Music

Recording artists, record labels, collecting societies, broadcasters and public venues are invited to share their views by 11 March 2024.   the government is considering changes to how foreign record labels and foreign recording artists qualify for rights to be paid when their music is broadcast or played in public.  

Take The Plunge In 2024 - Places Available On Courses Starting With UHI North, West And Hebrides In January, Including Free Upskilling Short Courses

There's still time to apply for a course starting at UHI North, West and Hebrides in late January, with a limited number of free places on a range of postgraduate and undergraduate upskilling short courses.   The college has more than 100 courses to choose from in January, including a range of full-time and part-time courses at further education, higher education, and postgraduate level, providing options for people leaving school, looking to get back into work, change careers or upskill.  

Suppliers Invited To Inaugural Highland Registrars' Wedding Fair

Suppliers working in the wedding market are being invited by Highland Registrars to a newly established Wedding Fair.   The Highland Wedding Fair will take place on Sunday 4 February 2024 with public access from 11.00am - 3.00pm (suppliers will have access from 8:30am) Highland Council's Chief Registrar, Lesley Gray says: "We are delighted to host our first Wedding Fair and are pleased to offer suppliers a table at this exciting new event being held at the Highland Archive and Registration Centre in Inverness." She explained: "All couples, regardless of whether they choose a Registrar to conduct their ceremony, do have to contact the Registration Office for the legal preliminaries to marriage, so we hope to attract plenty of interest.