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The Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity has confirmed that the Public Local Inquiry is set to go ahead following outstanding objections to the proposed Dalraddy to Slochd scheme. Cairngorms National Park Authority, Highland Council and three community council have all s

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron believes that Nicola Sturgeon should answer questions about her role in the Ferguson’s ferry contract controversy. The Scottish Conservative MSP is backing calls demanding that the First Minister makes herself available to an inquiry into the ongoing fi

The Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and Tourism was today challenged by Edward Mountain MSP to confirm when the Cairngorm Funicular Railway will be repaired and operational again. During a session of the Scottish Parliament’s Portfolio Questions, Edward Mountain asked: “Your enthusiasm for

New figures have revealed that 2,387 incidents of domestic abuse were recorded by the police in Highland in 2018-19.

New figures have revealed that 2,387 incidents of domestic abuse were recorded by the police in the Highlands in 2018-19. It means there are now just over 6 incidents each day on average within the council area. The rise comes at a time when the SNP have effectively abolished jail sentences of les

I’m Amanda Milling – MP for Cannock Chase and the new Co-Chairman of the Conservative Party. My job is to help to deliver on the people’s priorities.

Two Highlands and Islands politicians have asked frustrated Central Belt commuters to spare a thought for their island constituents - some of whom have had to endure over a week without a ferry. Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron said: “While I can understand the frustration of commuters

Highlands and Islands MSP, Edward Mountain, today called upon NHS Highland to take a more ‘personal and compassionate approach’ with staff who are struggling with unbearable work-related stress or are victims of bullying. Edward Mountain raised the personal experiences of a constituent, who would l

Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron commented: “The report that mechanical breakdowns of CalMac ferries were up by a third last year will come as no surprise to regular passengers." “The sad fact is that the CalMac fleet – which now has an average age of 23 years -  has been neglecte

New jobs figures today show that employment is at a record high – with more people in work than ever before –and unemployment is at its lowest since 1974.