News Archive
27/10/2014
Energy Minister calls for investigation into price comparison scam
Consumers could be losing out on the best energy deals because comparison sites filter out the tariffs which do not pay them commission. Energy Minister Fergus Ewing has highlighted the issue and written to both OFGEM and the Secretary of State for Energy asking why the UK Government has failed to act to protect consumers, and when it will close this loophole.24/10/2014
Cross Cancer Out Campaign Backed By Labour Candidate
CAITHNESS, SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS ELECTION CANDIDATE COMMITS TO CROSS CANCER OUT Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross election candidate John Erskine PPC is backing an appeal to help save the lives of more people with cancer in the constituency and across the UK. With the countdown to the General Election under way, the Scottish Labour party candidate has lent his support to Cancer Research UK's ‘Cross Cancer Out’ campaign.23/10/2014
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 23 October 2014
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (October, 23rd) sold 4,073 store sheep. Lambs (2,891) averaged £46.94 and sold to £77 gross for Mule lambs from Ruivard, Ardross.23/10/2014
Gaelic careers event shows where language can take you
Siuthad! Invites S2 and S3 students to hear about Gaelic careers. Up to 300 Highland pupils are expected to attend an event designed to inform young people about career options they could pursue using their Gaelic skills.22/10/2014
More Energy Related Business But Numbers Down At Wick John O'Groats Airport
Island airports soar but overall numbers dip slightly at HIAL. Passenger numbers at HIAL's regional airport fell slightly in the third quarter of the year, though a number of island airports reported soaring growth.
22/10/2014
Caithness District Partnership Meeting Friday 31st October
The Caithness District Partnership next meets in Wick on Friday 31 October 2014 and the agenda will feature an update on the progress made in the implementation of a Family Team for Caithness. The meeting will also feature updates from Bob Silverwood, the NHS Area for Caithness and Sutherland the Manager.of Scottish Ambulance Service will also deliver a presentation on Public Access Defibrillators.21/10/2014
Notification of disruption to roads in Highlands and Islands during severe weather
Police and partners wish to provide a further update in relation to disruption on the region's roads in the current spate of adverse weather. The Skye Bridge is currently closed to all vehicles due to high winds.21/10/2014
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 21 October 2014
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (October, 21st) sold 55 prime cattle. Prime bullocks (21) averaged 214.3p (-3.7p) and sold to 226p per kg and £1,568.25 gross.21/10/2014
Highland Council Leadership backs calls for fairer electricity charges in Highlands and Islands
The Leadership of Highland Council has turned up the heat on OFGEM and called for action against unfair surcharges which make electricity costs higher for consumers in the Highlands and Islands. The Highland Council Administration is responding in support of action being taken by Comhairle nan Eilean Siar and will be writing to OFGEM to call for fairer energy charges in the Highlands and Islands.21/10/2014
1 in 7 would rather endure a divorce than take a trip to the dentist
● Men avoid the dentist for fear of being scolded about their dental health and worry about the cost. ● Those in Scotland more than twice as likely to find the dentist stressful than Londoners.
21/10/2014
MSP Welcomes Increase in HVG Speed Limit
Highlands & Islands (Labour) MSP and road safety campaigner, David Stewart, is delighted that an increase in HGV speeds on the A9, which he campaigned for, is to commence on the 28th of this month. Speaking today he said " Back in December 2012, I was asked by local HGV drivers to help them campaign for an increase in the HGV speed on the A9, from 40mph to 50mph.20/10/2014
Mojo Maritime and James Fisher Marine Services Ready For Meygen's Inner Sound Tidal Project
Mojo Maritime has signed a contract with James Fisher Marine Services (JFMS) which will see them provide significant marine operational and engineering expertise to the construction phase of the MeyGen Inner Sound tidal project. Over the next two years, Mojo will work closely with JFMS carrying out the detailed design, planning and execution of the subsea cable, foundation and turbine installation.
20/10/2014
Meygen Returns To Caithness To Update Locals On Progress
MeyGen Ltd's Chief Executive Officer Mr Dan Pearson to speak in public about progress with its Marine Power Station on 22nd October 2014. Mr Dan Pearson, the Chief Executive Officer of MeyGen Ltd, is to address folk in North East Caithness from the platform at Mey Village Hall, in NE Caithness, on the evening of Wednesday October 22nd at 7:30 pm.20/10/2014
Stay Safe On The Roads This Winter
Police Scotland advises motorists to be prepared for bad road conditions. Prepare for the winter by keeping your vehicle well maintained before you take to the road.
20/10/2014
Shell Springboard Competition Open For New Low Carbon Ideas
Shell Springboard is now open for applications from the UK's most innovative low-carbon entrepreneurs. Shell is calling on SMEs with big ideas on reducing carbon emissions to enter Shell Springboard for the chance to win a no strings attached cash award.18/10/2014
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 17 October 2014
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (October, 17th) sold 5,242 store sheep. Lambs (3,727) averaged £47.70 and sold to £80 gross for Blackfaces from 2 Camusterrach, Applecross.17/10/2014
Phil Anderson Financial Services
Phil Anderson Financial Services joins national award scheme recognising the best independent mortgage brokers in the UK. Phil Anderson Financial Services, the Caithness based financial advisers has entered the Best Independent Mortgage Broker category in The ESTAS, the largest award scheme in the UK residential property market.16/10/2014
Pentland Firth Features In Total World Energy Magazine
An interesting, well-written article featuring an interview here with Tim Cornelius, Aussie boss of Atlantic Resources plc is featured n the October 2014 edition of Total World Energy (Atlantic Resources are 86% owners of MeyGen Ltd). The article includes a discussion on its Inner Sound plans.
16/10/2014
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 15 October 2014
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (October, 15th) sold 1641 weaned calves at their second annual district ballot show and sale. The judge, Mr I.15/10/2014
