News archive

News published March 2019

Improvement works on Ness Islands completed
Published 13 Mar 2019
The final phase of work to improve the Ness Islands footpaths in Inverness has been completed, creating better access for anyone coming to enjoy this scenic part of the city.
Moving Forward with the Nairn Links
Published 13 Mar 2019
Positive discussions were held on Friday (8 March) between Team Hamish, the Council, NICE and Nairn BID, on progressing delivery of projects for the Nairn Links.
Lochaber pupils create wildlife haven with playground tree planting
Published 12 Mar 2019
Highland primary school, Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Loch Abar, were delighted in their successful application for 30 free trees from Woodland Trust Scotland.
Highland Council to consult on Common Good Asset List
Published 12 Mar 2019
The Highland Council is today (12 March 2019) launching a 12 week consultation giving the community until 5 June 2019 to comment on the proposed contents of the Common Good Fund Asset Register.
YOUR AREA – YOUR VIEWS – Still time to take part in Fort William Consultation
Published 12 Mar 2019
Over 300 people living in the Lundavra catchment area of Fort William have already taken the opportunity to share their views by completing a comprehensive survey looking at what it is like to live in the area.
Finding out how to foster and adopt made easier in Highland
Published 11 Mar 2019
People living in The Highland Council area can now find out how to foster and adopt in the comfort of their own homes.
Council launches new tool for publishing Business and Industrial Land data for Highland Areas
Published 11 Mar 2019
The Highland Council has today (Monday 11 March) announced the release of a new mapping tool for available business and industrial land across the Council area that is aimed at supporting investment in the Highlands.
Temporary road closures at Sutherland level crossings
Published 11 Mar 2019
The Highland Council is advising drivers that temporary road restrictions will be in place while Network Rail undertakes work to two level crossings in Sutherland.
Second term for Visit Inverness Loch Ness Tourism Business Improvement District
Published 8 Mar 2019
Businesses have voted for the Visit Inverness Loch Ness Tourism Business Improvement District (BID) to continue for a second term and a further five years from 1 April 2019 – 31 March 2024.
Public invited to examine Drumnadrochit flood protection proposals
Published 8 Mar 2019
The formal Flood Protection Scheme Notice for Drumnadrochit Flood Protection Scheme that has been published today (Friday 8 March 2019) is intended to reduce the risk of flooding and provide protection for 37 residential and commercial properties in the village.