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16/12/2012
Scottish Hydro Electric Invests �5.4 Million In Highland
Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution (SHEPD) invests �5.4m in network in Highland. The electricity network in Highland has been strengthened further through a �5.4m investment in preparation for the winter months as part of a planned �160 million company wide investment programme over the next four years.16/12/2012
Way Forward Agreed for Planning
Agreement on further planning reforms in Scotland has been reached following discussions between Local Government Minister Derek Mackay, Cosla leaders and other key stakeholders this afternoon. Mr Mackay announced a package of measures to speed up the updating and processing of local development plans, and to streamline the planning system as well as extending the number of developments that do not need to submit planning applications.
14/12/2012
NDA Announcement On National Nuclear Archive
The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has announced a decision to proceed with the next phase of the National Nuclear Archive project, which will see a new purpose built archive facility constructed at Wick to provide long-term storage of records and other archive material from civil nuclear sites in the UK. The archive will be operated on NDA�s behalf by a specialist commercial partner and is expected to bring more than 20 sustainable jobs to the town.
14/12/2012
Contract awarded for major Council office redevelopment in Wick
Work will start early in the new year on the construction of a new Council headquarters for Caithness, in the centre of Wick. The contractor, to be confirmed soon, will demolish the old listed building at Market Place and refurbish/restore the adjoining, Stafford Place Buildings, retaining the listed fa�ade, to accommodate 140 Council staff currently based in a number of offices in Wick.14/12/2012
Political Balance Changes At Highland Council As SNP Lose One More
The membership of the Council has changed with the switch of Councillor Alex MacLeod, Landward Caithness, from being a member of the SNP Group to being known as an Independent Nationalist. The membership is now:- Independent 35, SNP 21, Liberal Democrat 14, Labour 8, and Independent Nationalist 2.12/12/2012
HI-Scot Credit Union Can Help Savers and Borrowers in 2013
As we approach 2013, nearly five years on from the start of the �Credit Crunch� of 2008, households in the Highlands and Islands Region continue to face many financial challenges. There are challenges for both borrowers and savers in equal measure; whether it is the saver who has seen interest paid on savings being slashed, or the borrower who can no longer access credit from their Bank.12/12/2012
HIE Gaelic Plan underpins agency's commitment to unique language and culture
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has published its renewed Gaelic Language Plan, detailing actions which the development agency will take to support Gaelic language and culture over the next three years. HIE's Gaelic Plan 2012-15 builds on the organisation�s commitment to supporting Gaelic developments and has been approved by B�rd na G�idhlig.12/12/2012
SNH Board a �challenging and rewarding� opportunity
The recruitment of new Board members for Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) is an opportunity that is both challenging and rewarding, according to one of its retiring members. Dr.11/12/2012
Caithness and North Sutherland Regeneration Partnership Update
Week Commencing 3rd December 2012 Energy: At last week's Wave & Tidal Information Day in Thurso staff from Marine Scotland and Highland Council were present to talk about the ongoing work to develop a Pentland Firth & Orkney Waters Marine Spatial Plan. The pilot plan aims to develop a strategic decision-making framework for licensing and other consent applications in the marine area.11/12/2012
Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd - Sale 11th December 2012
DINGWALL, Dingwall & Highland Marts Ltd., (December, 11th) sold 64 prime cattle. Prime bullocks (17) averaged 208.3p (+0.9p) and sold to 220p per kg and �1,562.00 gross.11/12/2012
New Scottish Tax System Under Independence
Finance Secretary John Swinney has today launched a consultation on establishing Revenue Scotland to administer taxes devolved under the Scotland Act 2012. The consultation is the next step in enhancing the responsibility of the Scottish Parliament for taxation and enshrining the independence of tax collection in Scotland.10/12/2012
Serco NorthLink Ferries Disappointed Over Strike Action Go-Ahead
Stuart Garrett, Managing Director of Serco NorthLink Ferries, said: �We remain hugely disappointed that the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) has chosen to proceed with industrial action when they are aware we will not be making any compulsory redundancies and all seafaring staff are receiving a 4.25% pay rise this year and next year. �However we are making every effort to maintain the lifeline services linking the Northern Isles with the mainland.10/12/2012
Police appeal following the theft of copper cable - Halkirk
Police in Thurso are appealing for witnesses to the theft of a 500m drum of three cored 16mm copper cable with distinctive violet coloured outer casing. This was taken some time between 1400 Wednesday 28 Nov 2012 and 0900 Monday 3 Dec 2012 from the new build football pitch at Halkirk.9/12/2012
Fishing communities urged to apply for Axis 4 European Fisheries Funding
Highland fishing communities are encouraged to apply for assistance from the European Fisheries Fund. The fund aims to help develop communities where fishing is in decline by supporting measures to build skills and knowledge and increase the capacity of local fishing communities and business networks through innovation, collaboration and diversification.9/12/2012
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7/12/2012
Highlands and Islands shine at Scottish Green Energy Awards
Highlands and Islands companies shone at a glittering ceremony last night, taking home prestigious Scottish Green Energy Awards. Nigg Skills Academy won the Contribution to Skills and Training award, Edinbane windfarm won Best Project and Rob Gibson was named Best Politician.
6/12/2012
Highland Council warns black ice expected into 6 December
The Highland Council�s Transport Environmental and Community Services have issued a warning that black ice is anticipated overnight tonight and into 6 December. Richard Guest, Head of Roads and Community Works with TEC services said: �Road surface temperatures are expected to fall as low as minus 8 overnight.6/12/2012
Severe Weather Warning for Highlands and Islands - Be Prepared
HISCG members warn public to prepare for severe weather - Highlands and Islands. Multi-agency partners are advising people to prepare themselves for the impact of a spell of cold weather over the next couple of days.5/12/2012
HIE comment on Kishorn contract
Comment from Highlands and Islands Enterprise following today's announcement that Essex based firm Trident Energy is to lease a site at Kishorn Port for sea trials of its prototype electricity generator. Alex Paterson, Chief Executive of Highlands and Islands Enterprise, said: �HIE has been pleased to work with the team at Kishorn Port Ltd as it has established and grown its plans for the site, and we are delighted they have secured this investment for the area.
5/12/2012
Road To New University Starts in January
Contract awarded for Inverness Campus access. Work will start in the New Year on the widening of Culloden Road to provide a new access into the new Inverness Campus which Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is developing at Beechwood.Our Social Media
