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News published April 2020

Highland marks International Workers’ Memorial Day
Published 27 Apr 2020
The Highland Council will mark International Workers’ Memorial Day tomorrow, Tuesday 28th April by observing the national one-minute silence at 11am.
Fixed Link at Corran Narrows is confirmed as a viable option in new Study
Published 27 Apr 2020
Construction of a bridge or tunnel across the Corran Narrows in West Lochaber - replacing the long-established ferry service - is a viable proposition from an engineering, planning and economic perspe
Highland Council has now helped over 2,300 businesses obtain a small business and self-catering grant
Published 24 Apr 2020
The COVID-19 small business and self-catering grant scheme, set up to help companies stay in business during the coronavirus crisis, has now paid out £26.89million to 2341 Highland businesses.
Police and partners urge the public to continuing supporting physical distancing to help save lives
Published 24 Apr 2020
As Police Scotland’s response to the coronavirus pandemic continues to protect the NHS and save lives, Highlands & Islands Divisional Commander Chief Superintendent George Macdonald would like to than
Highland Violence Against Women Partnership want to ensure people get help they need during COVID19 outbreak
Published 23 Apr 2020
Highland Violence Against Women Partnership (HVAWP) wants to ensure that anyone who is a victim of domestic abuse or gender-based violence gets the help they need during the coronavirus pandemic.
Corran Ferry back in service
Published 23 Apr 2020
The technical fault on the Corran Ferry has been repaired so the service is back up and running for anyone requiring essential travel.
Message from Highland Council Convener for Earth Day 2020
Published 22 Apr 2020
Today, Wednesday 22 April, is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day.
Council issues more than 7,500 school meals vouchers to Highland families
Published 22 Apr 2020
Highland Council is continuing to provide free school meals through e-vouchers to families across the region while schools are closed.
Highland Council ramp up team responsible for processing business grants
Published 20 Apr 2020
The Highland Council is ramping up the team responsible for processing small business grants to respond even more quickly and to as many applicants as possible.
Corran Ferry currently not running
Published 20 Apr 2020
The Highland Council is advising the public that the Corran Ferry is not in operation due to a technical failure.