News Archive

Taking Scottish Food To The Next Level

Local food has been given a boost as £2.5 million is made available over three years to support initiatives that put a spotlight on Scotland's outstanding natural produce.   The Scottish Government is working in collaboration with SRUC - Scotland's Rural College - to set up Think Local, an initiative to deliver targeted support and advice to local food companies, networks and communities.  

Kessock Bridge - advance mitigation works starts 22 October

The Kessock Bridge major improvement scheme starts on Monday 11th February 2013.  The programme for the advance mitigation works prior to the main construction is as follows: • Longman Roundabout Signalisation.  

Almost £2 million to keep Inverness moving during Kessock Bridge works

Transport Scotland has announced a £1.8 million transport package to help ease congestion around the Kessock Bridge resurfacing works next year.   A range of roads and public transport measures will be put in place between now and February, including extra seating capacity on trains and buses, additional car parking at Dingwall and Beauly stations, a dedicated bus lane and the re-opening of Conon Bridge Station.  

Bulletin for the Dornoch Rail Link Action Group - Autumn 2012

Dear members of the Dornoch Rail Link Action Group, General situation 1.  Since the production of the last newsletter, the rail improvements south of the Border have been proceeding apace.  

Banging The Drum For Scottish Business

The vibrancy of Scotland's creativity was in the spotlight as the recipients of this year's Starter for 6 investment were announced by Culture Secretary Fiona Hyslop.   Among the successful companies are a former Hip Hop dancer whose global network is enabling dancers from the USA to Australia to share moves via an app on both the Apple and Android platforms; an innovative, high-tech fashion designer; and a product designer whose drum kit won't upset the neighbours.  

Free Networking Opportunity for Social Enterprises

Highlands and Islands Social Enterprise Zone (HISEZ) have been running successful networking events across the Highlands and Islands for the last 3 years.  With expertise in support for Social Enterprises and advice for anyone wishing to start a social enterprise, these events have been an ideal opportunity for many to find out more information and to meet like-minded organisations.  

Patients Rights Updated In New Code

NHS Highland recently discussed the new Patients Rights Act.   The Patient Rights (Scotland) Act 2011 aims to improve patients' experiences of using health services and to support people to become more involved in their health and health care.  

Quayside Conversations For Fishermen

Senior Marine Scotland officials are to undertake a tour of Scotland's fishing ports for a series of quayside conversations.   The officials will meet with fishermen and others involved in the seafood industry to hear first hand about their concerns.  

River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme Gets Under Way

The first stage of the £23 million River Ness Flood Alleviation Scheme, Inverness, which will protect approximately 800 homes and 200 businesses in the city centre, is due to start on 22 October.   Work will involve the diversion of gas, water, electricity and telecommunication services required to accommodate the first phase of the construction of piled foundations, a seepage collection system and flood walls/ embankments on both sides of the river between the Ness Bridge and Friar's Bridge.  

Police Crackdown On Selling Alcohol To Under 18s

Three Shetland businesses to be reported to the Procurator Fiscal for allegedly selling alcohol to minors.   Northern Constabulary officers have reported three businesses in Shetland to the Procurator Fiscal for allegedly selling alcohol to underagers.