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News published August 2021

Road restrictions during Etape Loch Ness
Published 18 Aug 2021
There will be a number of temporary prohibitions of traffic and temporary speed restrictions during the forthcoming ‘Etape Loch Ness 2021’ cycling event on Sunday 22 August 2021.
Deadline looms for parents to update Child Benefit for 16 year olds
Published 18 Aug 2021
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding parents and carers they have until 31 August 2021 to confirm whether their teenagers are staying in full-time education or training beyond 16.
Opportunity for public to take part in national flood risk consultation
Published 18 Aug 2021
The Highland Council is encouraging individuals and community groups to get involved and take part in an important national consultation which is currently underway on how flood risk management will be carried out over the next 6 years.
Climate Change Members urge constituents to sign up to Energy Efficient Scotland Scheme
Published 18 Aug 2021
Climate Change Working Group members today (18 August 2021) urged constituents to sign up to the Energy Efficient Scotland Area Based Scheme and be part of the larger fight to protect our environment.
Inverness Castle transformation – external lighting planning application
Published 18 Aug 2021
A planning application lodged this week with The Highland Council marks further progress in the transformation of Inverness Castle to become a tourism gateway for the Highlands.
Public views sought on licensing of sexual entertainment venues in Highland
Published 18 Aug 2021
The Highland Council is seeking the public’s views on the potential licensing of sexual entertainment venues (SEVs) in Highland.
Council congratulates local museum on shortlist for national award
Published 17 Aug 2021
The Chair of The Highland Council’s Sutherland County Committee has congratulated Timespan, a cultural organisation in Helmsdale, for reaching the shortlist for this year’s Art Fund Museum of the Year
Highland Council Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme (EES:ABS) – First Time Central Heating
Published 17 Aug 2021
There is still time for eligible residents to benefit from up to 100%* Scottish Government grant funding available for First Time Central Heating.
Back to school 2021
Published 17 Aug 2021
Back to school 2021
Newly-formed Dingwall and Seaforth Area Committee comes together for inaugural meeting
Published 17 Aug 2021
Members of the Highland Council’s new Dingwall and Seaforth Area Committee attended their inaugural meeting yesterday, Monday 16 August..