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‘No information’ on cause of blaze that completely destroyed Rogart Vets building

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said that the fire had spread from a shed to the building of Rogart Vets and a car that was parked next to it.

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

A Highland MP has called for a controversial tourism levy to be exempt from Value Added Tax (VAT) if it is introduced.

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

The Highland Business Women Awards are back for 2025.

Developers in bid to vary planning consent and increase turbine heights on Achany Wind Farm Extension

Scottish ministers approved the 18-turbine Achany Wind Farm Extension in May last year.

Highland hoteliers call on councillors to ditch ‘exceptionally frightening’ plans for a tourist tax

A tourist tax in the Highlands is an "exceptionally frightening” prospect for the area’s hotel industry, according to a representative body.

North coast lighthouse put up for sale

A historic Stevenson lighthouse could be yours for £450,000 after it was placed on the market.

Strathy South wind farm is under construction, SSE announces

Work on the controversial Strathy South wind farm has begun nearly two decades since the scheme was mooted, SSE has announced.

Inverness Castle experience launches major recruitment drive - with up to 65 vacancies to fill

Roles available span various areas, including visitor experience, retail, catering, and operations.

Young British Farming Awards 2025 open for nominations

The 2025 Young British Farming Awards is officially open for entries and nominations.

MeyGen tidal scheme growth ‘no threat to seals’ report says

The potential threat to harbour seals from tidal energy developments in the Pentland Firth has been deemed to be hypothetical rather than realistic.

Festival organisers calling for businesses to help share the ‘Bella Buzz’ with new competition

The biggest music festival in the north of Scotland is calling shops and businesses to get creative with window displays this year.

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return in 2025.

Highland Council turns up the heat on potholes and other road repairs with seven-figure deal

Highland Council has awarded a new seven-figure contract aimed at tackling potholes and other road repairs.

Report offers ‘blueprint for commodification and destruction of the Highlands’

A report flagging Highlands and islands investment potential of up to £100bn, much in renewable energy, has been roasted by critics.

£36m biogas plant gets go-ahead after Scottish Government overturns decision

A highly controversial plan for a £36m biogas plant that sparked fierce backlash and was rejected by Highland Council has been granted on appeal.

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Business minister Richard Lochhead hails a major ‘boost for Highland commuters and visitors’.

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

A report identifies an ‘unprecedented’ investment and jobs opportunity for the Highlands - and the barriers that must be overcome ‘at pace’.

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‘No information’ on cause of blaze that completely destroyed Rogart Vets building

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

Highland MP calls for VAT to be removed from tourism levy to avoid concerning “tax on a tax”

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

Developers in bid to vary planning consent and increase turbine heights on Achany Wind Farm Extension

Developers in bid to vary planning consent and increase turbine heights on Achany Wind Farm Extension

Highland hoteliers call on councillors to ditch ‘exceptionally frightening’ plans for a tourist tax

Highland hoteliers call on councillors to ditch ‘exceptionally frightening’ plans for a tourist tax

North coast lighthouse put up for sale

North coast lighthouse put up for sale

Strathy South wind farm is under construction, SSE announces

Strathy South wind farm is under construction, SSE announces

Inverness Castle experience launches major recruitment drive - with up to 65 vacancies to fill

Inverness Castle experience launches major recruitment drive - with up to 65 vacancies to fill

Young British Farming Awards 2025 open for nominations

Young British Farming Awards 2025 open for nominations

MeyGen tidal scheme growth ‘no threat to seals’ report says

MeyGen tidal scheme growth ‘no threat to seals’ report says

Festival organisers calling for businesses to help share the ‘Bella Buzz’ with new competition

Festival organisers calling for businesses to help share the ‘Bella Buzz’ with new competition

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Highland Council turns up the heat on potholes and other road repairs with seven-figure deal

Highland Council turns up the heat on potholes and other road repairs with seven-figure deal

Report offers ‘blueprint for commodification and destruction of the Highlands’

Report offers ‘blueprint for commodification and destruction of the Highlands’

£36m biogas plant gets go-ahead after Scottish Government overturns decision

£36m biogas plant gets go-ahead after Scottish Government overturns decision

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites power new Highland Scotrail Wi-Fi pilot

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

£100bn investment potential offers ‘once in a generation’ opportunity for Highlands and islands

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