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News published May 2019

Apprentice Mechanics excel with Moray Firth Training
Published 29 May 2019
Seven of our apprentices studying with Moray Firth Training have reached the end of their third year in style with 79 distinctions between them.
Council shares ambitious Education Transformation strategy
Published 29 May 2019
The Highland Council’s new Education Transformation programme is taking shape with various initiatives put in place to deliver better educational outcomes for young people.
White Bridge has reopened
Published 28 May 2019
The final phase of the mainline project to provide a new crossing of the River Nairn at White Bridge has been completed.
Mallaig Primary secures renewal of its much-coveted Eco-schools Green Flag Award
Published 28 May 2019
Mallaig Primary School and Nurseries has had a huge reason for celebration recently after securing the renewal of their Eco-schools Green Flag Award.
Scottish Government urged to invest further to restore air services to Skye
Published 27 May 2019
The Scottish Government is being urged to step up its support for the restoration of scheduled air services operating from Ashaig Airport, Broadford, Skye.
Council secures largest ever Salix loan in Scotland to fund energy improvements
Published 27 May 2019
The Highland Council has secured a £3.5m interest-free loan from Salix Finance to invest in energy efficiency measures across the Council estate.
Highland Council area result of 2019 European Parliamentary Election count
Published 26 May 2019
The Local Returning Officer, Donna Manson has declared the result of the European Parliamentary Election for the Highland Council counting area in the Electoral Region of Scotland.
Structure to establish strong foundation for change
Published 26 May 2019
A new structure of the senior management of The Highland Council will be implemented over the next few months.
Celtic Media Festival free public screenings
Published 24 May 2019
A 3 Day Celebration of Film, Television, Radio and Digital Media in beautiful Aviemore, Scotland
Applause for young apprentices
Published 23 May 2019
Three young apprentices were presented with SVQ certificates at today’s Corporate Resources meeting.