Scotland's three enterprise agencies have joined the UK's national innovation agency to agree a collaboration framework that aims to help Scotland become one of the most innovative small nations in the world. The Innovation Collaboration Framework for Scotland brings together Highlands and Islands Enterprise, Scottish Enterprise, South of Scotland Enterprise and Innovate UK with a commitment to support ambitious businesses to invest in research to drive economic growth, create good jobs and help tackle major societal and environmental challenges.

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

15/11/2025

NDA announces £1 million funding to accelerate clean energy in West Cumbria

NDA announces £1 million investment to develop masterplan for clean energy development on land adjacent to Sellafield. The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) has announced today it's investing £1 million of funding to develop the masterplan for a clean energy development on land adjacent to Sellafield, known as Pioneer Park.

[Other Public Services]

11/11/2025

Fallon Campbell From Melvich Near Thurso Named As Apprentice of the Year At Awards In London

Rising star from North Scotland honoured at event to celebrate brightest and best in industry. An electrical apprentice from North Scotland is celebrating after being recognised for her contribution to industry at the 13th annual Engineering Construction Industry ECI Training and Development Awards in London.

[Other Public Services]

11/11/2025

Fallon Campbell From Melvich Near Thurso Named As Apprentice of the Year At Awards In London

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

8/11/2025

£3.4m HIE investment in Arnish Road, Stornoway

The project, led by the Stornoway Port Authority, will involve upgrading the full length of the 3.3km Arnish Moor Road. Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has approved a £3.4m contribution to a £7.2m public funding package for a major project to transform road access to strategic industrial and port sites on the Isle of Lewis.

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

4/11/2025

As HIE reaches 60, new chair says best is yet to come

The newly appointed chair of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) says the region is on the threshold of a new era of economic growth. Angus Campbell's term as chair began officially on 1 November - 60 years to the day since HIE's forerunner, the Highlands and Islands Development Board (HIDB) opened for business with just six employees.

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

3/11/2025

Board visit highlights growth and innovation in the Inner Moray Firth

Angus Campbell, newly appointed chair of HIE, reflects on the recent board visit and engagement event with businesses and communities across the Inner Moray Firth (IMF) area. As I prepare to formally step into the role of chair of HIE on 1 November, I've already been inspired by the energy and ambition shown during the two days of board visits across Easter Ross, Inverness and Nairn.

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

28/10/2025

Chair appointed to the Board of HIE

Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic, Kate Forbes MSP, has announced the appointment of Angus Campbell as Chair of the Board of Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). The appointment is for three years from 1 November 2025 to 31 October 2028.

[Local Authority]

27/10/2025

Action plan targets growth of Highland workforce - New initiative aims to capitalise on infrastructure investment

A PLAN to ensure the Highlands maximises the benefits of billions of pounds in infrastructure investment is being launched by Deputy First Minster Kate Forbes. The Workforce North Action Plan for The Highland Council area brings together a range of local and national partners with key employers to drive co-investment and collaboration.

[Advisory / Counseling Services]

16/10/2025

More access to Cairngorm plateau pathways could be on the way

More visitors to Cairngorm Mountain could access pathways from the top station of the funicular railway to the summit of Cairn Gorm - if trials by the resort's operating company prove successful. Cairngorm Mountain (Scotland) Ltd (CMSL) plans to use mobile phones to track walkers’ movements and ensure they keep to the designated paths within the ski area to protect the environment.