News Archive

Big Problems In The Oil Industry - A Few Articles

There is a lot of news about the affects of the Corona Virus the drop in the oil price and its affects on the oil industry.   Here are links to a few.  

Scottish Gunners Freedom Of City Of Inverness March Cancelled

Issued on behalf of the 19th Regiment Royal Artillery (The Scottish Gunners) It is with much regret that the decision has been taken to cancel 19th Regiment Royal Artillery's visit to Inverness and the Freedom Parade scheduled for 3pm on 26 March 2020.   This decision has been made in order to comply with the Scottish Government's guidelines on restrictions on public gatherings to control the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19.  

Uk Government Postpones Changes To IR35 Tax Rules As Corona Virus Wrong Time

The UK Government has postponed the introduction of a much criticised tax reform that would have meant major implications for North Sea contractors.   Steve Barclay, chief secretary to the Treasury, said the deferral of changes to off-payroll working rules would help businesses and individuals left struggling by the Covid-19 outbreak.  

Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 18th March 2020

DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (March, 18th) sold 684 store cattle and 68 OTM cattle.   Bullocks (411) averaged 215.1p and sold to 266.9p per kg for a pen of 296kg Limousin crosses from Cambusmore Estate, Dornoch and £1,275 gross for a 665kg Simmental cross from Lochdhu, Nairn.  

Economy Growth In 2019 - Before Coronavirus

Scotland's GDP grew by 0.2% in real terms during the fourth quarter of 2019, covering the period October to December.  The UK quarterly GDP remained flat at 0.0%.  

Pm Statement On Coronavirus: 18 March 2020

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Schools, Colleges And Early Years Settings To Close in England

After schools shut their gates on Friday afternoon, they will remain closed until further notice except for children of key workers and vulnerable children, as part of the country's ongoing response to coronavirus.   Examples of these workers include NHS staff, police and supermarket delivery drivers who need to be able to go to work to support the country’s fight to tackle coronavirus.  

Business Gateway Highland continues to provide support

Business Gateway Highland have confirmed that they are continuing to provide a service to small and medium enterprises across the Highlands by offering adviser support by phone or video and webinars in place of workshops.  They are also reminding everyone that there is also a wealth of online information at bgateway.com Danny Gallagher, Business Gateway Manager, Highland & Moray said: "We are currently very busy with businesses enquiring about the support being offered by the UK and Scottish Government and we are on hand to provide the relevant support.  

Employment, Unemployment And Inactivity For Young People

Statistics from the Annual Population Survey have been released which show that 328,000 young people aged 16-24 years were in employment in Scotland in January 2019 to December 2019.  The employment rate for young people was 57.9%, higher than a year ago (57.2%).  

Parole Board Chief Executive's Blog

Given the unprecedented times we find ourselves in, I felt it only right to personally outline the Parole Board's approach at this time.  Where possible, the Parole Board is continuing to carry out planned hearings in line with government advice.