News Archive
6/4/2022
Visitors To Be Engaged By Outdoor Access Rangers
From 1 April 2022 people visiting the Highlands may have the chance to meet Highland Council's Seasonal Outdoor Access Rangers who begin patrols and visitor engagement across Lochaber, Skye, Loch Ness, Wester Ross and the North West. As visitor numbers increase throughout the Spring and Summer months, so will the number of Rangers who will be out-and-about on their patrols.6/4/2022
Government Urges Businesses To Take Advantage Of National Insurance Relief When Hiring Veterans
Businesses hiring former members of the UK armed forces in their first year of civilian employment can save thousands of pounds through National Insurance relief. Businesses hiring military veterans can now save their firms thousands of pounds in employee National Insurance contributions, thanks to a scheme launched by the government's Office of Veterans' Affairs.6/4/2022
Coronavirus (covid-19): Daily Data For Scotland - 6 April 2022
7,315 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 31 new reported deaths of people who have tested positive.6/4/2022
UK Backs Hydrogen Technologies With £400 Million Awarded To Johnson Matthey
UK Export Finance guarantees sustainability-linked loan, supporting homegrown research and development in sustainable technologies and hydrogen. £400 million government-backed loan given to Johnson Matthey, which is developing global solutions to the climate crisis Cash boost will help deliver Government's Ten Point Plan for a green industrial revolution.
6/4/2022
Prevalence Of Covid-19 Remains At High Levels Across The Country
Findings from the final report of the government-backed REACT-1, one of the largest studies into coronavirus (COVID-19) infections in England, have been published today. The findings from Imperial College London and Ipsos MORI, covering 8 March to 31 March 2022 (round 19 of the study), show that prevalence in England during this period was 6.37%.
6/4/2022
UK Launches Review Of Steel Tariff Quotas For Imports From Russia And Belarus
The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has initiated a Tariff Rate Quota review of steel imports from Russia and Belarus that are part of the UK's safeguard trade remedy measure. The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today (Wednesday 6 April) initiated a Tariff Rate Quota (TRQ) review of steel imports that are part of the UK's safeguard trade remedy measure.
6/4/2022
Tax Cut Worth Up To £1,000 For Half A Million Small Businesses Starts Today
Nearly half a million UK businesses will benefit from a tax cut worth up to £1,000 from today (6 April 2022). Tax cut worth up to £1,000 for eligible businesses announced by the Chancellor at the Spring Statement takes effect today.
6/4/2022
Russia's War In Ukraine Is Also An Attack On The Security And Freedom Of Europe: Uk Statement To The Osce, 6 April 2022
Ian Stubbs (UK delegation to the OSCE) criticises Russian delegates for repeatedly lying in the OSCE Forum for Security Co-operation and for shattering trust that underpins the European Security Architecture. Thank you Mr Chair.
5/4/2022
Executive Chief Officer - Communities And Place Appointed
Allan Gunn has been appointed by The Highland Council as Executive Chief Officer - Communities and Place. Mr Gunn was recently Interim Executive Chief Officer – Communities and Place with the Council since January 2022 prior to which he was Executive Chief Officer - Transformation (from 2020) and Chief Officer Resources (Care and Learning) from 2019-2020.
5/4/2022
Changes To Red Diesel Taxation Rules Will Affect Many Areas Of Business And The Economy
WHAT IS RED DIESEL & HOW IS ITS USAGE BEING RESTRICTED? Red diesel is regular diesel combined with chemical markers and red dye; the dye is added to make it easier to identify. It is only usable in specific cases, and it is actually illegal to use red diesel for driving on public roads.5/4/2022
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 5 April 2022
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (April 5th) sold 16 prime cattle. Prime bullocks (2) averaged 232.0p (-13.0p) and sold to 232.0p per kg and £1,682.00 gross, (twice).5/4/2022
Highland Council Raises Concerns In Its Response To The Draft National Planning Framework
In The Highland Council's response to the Scottish Government draft new National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), concerns have been raised that the proposed NPF4 falls short on delivering key regional priorities for Highland and also in achieving Scotland’s transition to net zero. NPF4 will be a long-term plan that will guide spatial development, set out national planning policies, designate national developments and highlight regional spatial priorities.5/4/2022
Window For Climate Action Closing Fast
The United Nations' Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report published today (Monday 4 April) shows growth in global emissions has slowed over the past decade, but much more needs to be done, including halving global emissions by 2030, to keep the goal of 1.5C in reach and avoid the worst impacts of global warming. The window to keep 1.5C in reach is closing fast.5/4/2022
Emergency Support Put In Place For People Fleeing Ukraine And Entering The UK With Their Pets
Streamlined system with the government covering the costs of any necessary stays in quarantine for the pets of those fleeing Ukraine. Animal and Plant Health Agency providing quick approvals to expedite emergency licence process.5/4/2022
Big Increases In Food Prices 
Milk, Butter and Cheese Daily Mail - 4 April 2022 Price of dairy products set to SOAR Tesco and Muller announce May milk price rises Egg prices skyrocket 52percent in TWO MONTHS as bird flu decimates commercial flocks Egg farmers UK supermarkets must raise price or we'll go under British Retail Consortium Period Covered: 01 - 07 March 2022 Shop Price annual inflation accelerated to 2.1% in March, up from 1.8% in February. This is above the 12- and 6-month average price increases of 0.1% and 1.1%, respectively.
5/4/2022
Government Sets Out Plan To Make Uk A Global Cryptoasset Technology Hub
The government has today announced moves that will see stablecoins recognised as a valid form of payment as part of wider plans to make Britain a global hub for cryptoasset technology and investment. Stablecoins to be brought within regulation paving their way for use in the UK as a recognised form of payment.
5/4/2022
Hidden Danger In Your Home: Button Batteries And Powerful Magnets
Some products in the household may contain items that can do severe harm if children swallow them, warns Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS). The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) is leading a campaign to raise awareness among parents and carers about potential hazards to children associated with putting items in their mouths and ingesting them.
5/4/2022
Coronavirus (covid-19): Daily Data For Scotland - 5 April 2022
5,545 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 44 new reported deaths of people who have tested positive.5/4/2022
We Will Not Rest Until Putin Fails And Ukraine Prevails: Foreign Secretary's Speech In Warsaw
Welcome to the British Embassy in Warsaw. It's good to have the opportunity to hear from my friend and colleague Dmytro Kuleba, the Ukrainian Foreign Minister at what is an extremely difficult time.5/4/2022
