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News published February 2022

Community asset transfers approved for Lochcarron and Dunbeath
Published 23 Feb 2022
Two community asset transfers have been approved for Lochcarron and Dunbeath.
Temporary prohibition of traffic U1632 Limekiln Road, Milton
Published 23 Feb 2022
Temporary traffic restrictions will be in place on the U1632 Limekiln Road, Milton from 8am on Monday 7 March 2022 until 6pm on Wednesday 9 March 2022.
Strategy ‘sows seeds’ for communities to grow their own food
Published 23 Feb 2022
Communities across Highland Council region who want to grow their own food are to be ‘inspired, empowered and supported’ by a new strategy approved by Members of the Communities and Place Committee.
Highland Trading Standards team highlight risks from disposable vaping products
Published 23 Feb 2022
The Highland Council’s Trading Standards team are highlighting the dangers of disposable vaping products and warning consumers to be aware.
£10m investment proposed in sustainable budget plan
Published 23 Feb 2022
The Highland Council is set to consider £10m additional investment in 2022-23 as part of its ambitious Health and Prosperity Strategy for the Highlands.
Highland Council winter road condition report for Wednesday, 23 February 2022
Published 23 Feb 2022
Highland Council winter road condition report for Wednesday, 23 February 2022
Scheduled flights restart from Wick John O’ Groats Airport with year-round air link between Caithness and Aberdeen secured in new deal
Published 23 Feb 2022
The Highland Council and Transport Scotland, who have been working with local stakeholders to reinstate flights from Wick John O’Groats Airport, are delighted to announce that Eastern Airways have been awarded a contract to provide a year-round service to Aberdeen.
Hydro Ness announced as contender for the 19th annual Green Energy Awards
Published 22 Feb 2022
Hydro Ness is among those shortlisted for the Clean Energy Scheme Award at this Regen’s Green Energy Awards 2022
Work begins on £23.94 million Fort William housing development
Published 22 Feb 2022
Work has begun on a new £23.94 million affordable housing development in Upper Achintore, Fort William, partly funded by The Highland Council.
Skye and Raasay Future looks bright with Islands Infrastructure Fund receiving approval
Published 22 Feb 2022
Skye and Raasay Future looks bright with Islands Infrastructure Fund receiving approval