News archive
News published February 2021
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Over £500,000 paid out to Taxi Drivers
Published 24 Feb 2021The Scottish Government’s Taxi and Private Hire Driver Support Fund, delivered by Highland Council, seeks to assist eligible licensed private hire and taxi drivers in Scotland with fixed costs.
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Contract for Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme awarded
Published 24 Feb 2021The contract for the Caol and Lochyside Flood Protection Scheme in Lochaber has been awarded to RJ McLeod (Contractors) Ltd.
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Members agree on funding road improvement programme in Easter Ross
Published 24 Feb 2021A proposal to utilise 70% of this year’s area capital roads budget on improvement of conditions & structure of the roads in Easter Ross was unanimously agreed by Members at last week’s Area Committee.
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Final phase of Inverness West Link project on track for April 2021 completion
Published 24 Feb 2021As Stage 2 of the Inverness West Link project remains on track for completion in early April 2021, a number of core elements making-up this phase of the project have now successfully been completed.
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Naidheachd mhath a thaobh iomairtean Gàidhlig
Published 24 Feb 2021Gaelic initiatives gather good news acclaim
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Fèis Blas Air-loidhne a’ faighinn moladh mòr
Published 23 Feb 2021Virtual Blas hailed a huge success
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Highland Council staff encouraged to help tackle climate emergency by joining new Green Impact programme
Published 23 Feb 2021Highland Council is launching a new carbon reduction programme for staff as part of its commitment in tackle the climate emergency.
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COVID vaccination programme in Highland shows encouraging progress
Published 22 Feb 2021Highland Council is currently playing its part in supporting the COVID-19 vaccination programme as the rollout continues within the region, working closely alongside NHS Highland and partners including High Life Highland.
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In-school learning returns for some pupils across Highland
Published 22 Feb 2021School communities across Highland are being encouraged to remain vigilant on safety measures as a partial school return begins today.
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Temporary road diversions in Tain
Published 22 Feb 2021Temporary road diversions in Tain from 19:00 on Monday 1 March 2021 and will remain in place until 7:00 on Friday 26 March 2021.