Fiona Duncan has been elected as Convenor of Social Work Scotland, the professional leadership body for the social work and social care professions. Congratulating her on her appointment, Cllr David Fraser, Chair of Highland Council's Health Social Care and Wellbeing Committee said: "I am absolutely delighted to learn of Fiona's appointment as Chair of Social Work Scotland.
Bus Users UK have awarded their 2025 Catch the Bus Month Local Authority Engagement Award to The Highland Council. The Council was one of 376 official Partners signed up to this year's Catch the Bus Month, promoting the huge benefits of bus travel and encouraging more people to get on board.
Highland Council offers a stark illustration of the financial challenges facing Scottish local government, amplified by geography and demography. Covering a vast, sparsely populated area, Highland must deliver services across long distances with limited economies of scale.
Some householders will have a change of collection day over the festive period. If you are affected, a sticker will be placed on your bin with details of the collection days.
The Highland Council has announced the publication of an Invitation to Tender for the next round of the Wick Public Service Obligation (PSO). This procurement seeks to secure an operator for lifeline air services from Wick John O'Groats Airport beyond 31 March 2026.
