Catching COVID-19 carries far higher risk than having the vaccine and only 22% of women who gave birth in August were vaccinated. Pregnant women urged to get their COVID-19 vaccine, as further evidence published on the jab's safety.
The purpose built 929 square metre manufacturing facility at 5 Innovation Way is owned by park developer, Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). It sits opposite Orbex's existing premises also located in the Enterprise Park and owned by the company.
2,888 new cases of COVID-19 reported. 33,776 new tests for COVID-19 that reported results 9.1% of these were positive.
‘Future Soldier' reconfigures Army for future wars backed by £8.6bn additional investment in Army equipment. Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has announced today that The First Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Scotland will lead the British Army's new Ranger Regiment.
New Spaceflight Safety and Regulatory Council to give advice on regulations for UK space. inaugural meeting of the Spaceflight Safety and Regulatory Council committee convenes to ensure UK regulations support future UK space launches.
For public safety, Highland Council is advising Highland residents to ensure that all trampolines, outdoor garden furniture and outdoor Christmas decorations are securely tied down. Storm Arwen is due to reach the Highlands today and the Council is urging communities to stay safe and ensure they follow the very latest weather forecasts from the Met Office and keep up to date with Traffic Scotland's website or social media feeds.
Facebook, Instagram and TikTok boost support for vaccine programme. New profile frames or stickers for social media users to show they have had their booster jab or intend to More than 16 million have now had their booster in the UK Tech platforms Facebook, Instagram and TikTok are launching new interactive features to help boost vaccine uptake across the country.
The United Kingdom has broken down hundreds of trade barriers around the world in the year to April, opening up new opportunities for British businesses, according to new data published by the Department for International Trade (DIT). The United Kingdom has broken down hundreds of trade barriers around the world in the year to April, opening up new opportunities for British businesses, according to new data published on Thursday 25 November 2021.
Menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the workforce, and this Older Workers Week (22nd - 28th November), Minister for Employment Mims Davies is calling on employers to strengthen their support to keep millions in work. Menopausal women are the fastest growing demographic in the workforce, and this Older Workers Week (22nd - 28th November), Minister for Employment Mims Davies is calling on employers to strengthen their support to keep millions in work.
Better connections on local and national transport networks to bring all UK communities within closer reach of social and economic opportunities. Prime Minister underlines commitment to stronger transport connections across the UK, as government publishes Sir Peter Hendy's independent Union Connectivity Review.
Richard Murphy at Tax Research UK has tackled the energy question several times recently and in the past. His latest blog is clear as we await further energy firms going under - The energy set up has failed..
The UK Government will invest £20 million per year across the UK in Tidal Stream electricity as part of its flagship renewable energy auction scheme, kickstarting a brand-new chapter for Scotland's tidal industry and creating jobs across Scottish coastal regions. The announcement will unlock the potential for a thriving Scottish tidal power sector, with the cash boost supporting marine technologies which could benefit the whole of Scotland and the rest of the UK.
Bird keepers should review biosecurity and house birds. The Chief Veterinary Officers for Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland have agreed to bring in new housing measures to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza following a number of confirmed cases across Great Britain in recent weeks.
Exploration and production of oil and gas from the North Sea is still needed if the UK is to meet its energy needs, while ensuring a successful energy transition to net zero, the Chairman of the Oil and Gas Authority, Tim Eggar, has said on Wednesday 24 November 2021. Speaking to delegates at the combined PROSPEX and PETEX conference in London, Mr Eggar said:"Oil and gas currently provide around three quarters of total UK energy consumption.
RWE marks £5 million donated over 15 years to community funds in Scotland. Flexible financial support has benefited a wide range of local people, groups and infrastructure.
A report with an update on the progress being made with Project Dòchas - the Highland Council project to transition from outsourced ICT delivery arrangements to in-house provision - was presented to members of yesterday's Corporate Resources Committee. This new direction for ICT is expected to bring greater benefits in terms of value for money, quality of service and flexibility to meet changing business demands.
One and half million third doses and boosters delivered. Scotland's Autumn/Winter vaccination programme has delivered more than one and a half million third doses and boosters (1,502,266) of the COVID-19 jab.
Members of yesterday's Corporate Resources Committee were presented with a paper summarising a thematic study published by the Accounts Commission. The study focused on the impact of Covid-19 on Scottish council's benefit services, with the report to Committee members specifically highlighting strong performance achieved by Highland Council's Revenues & Business Support section.
Every year, Scotland's councils pay out £1.4 billion in housing benefit. Council benefit services are a lifeline service to many needing vital help and support at what can be the most difficult and complex time in their life.
£33.1 million to retain over 500 posts. Scotland's contact tracing workforce will remain in place until September 2022 through a funding commitment of £33.1 million.
