Published: 10:57, 17 January 2021. Support us ... 10-year-old boy dies after getting into difficulty in Highlands loch. A clear majority of voters in Scotland believe that Boris Johnson’s Tory government can no longer stand in the way of a fresh referendum on Scotland’s future, according to the latest poll. The 2019 Radical Australia Cup comes … Featured News More Than £55 Million Paid in Business Support. Scotland's Highlands and Islands, which includes the Outer Hebrides, Moray Speyside and Aberdeenshire, have been named a top 10 region in Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2019. Share ; By. Statutory applications lodged today with The Highland Council signal progress in the planned transformation for Inverness Castle to become a tourism gateway for the Highlands. The University of the Highlands and Islands has confirmed that it intends to start its autumn term on the usual dates, with the majority of higher education students beginning their studies on Monday 7 September. The most romantic hotels in Scotland, from roaring fires and exquisite restaurants to breathtaking scenery By Linda Macdonald 24 Nov 2020, 2:05pm. News. Officers leading the search are appealing for information regarding his whereabouts. Highlands and Islands news stream. The one-vehicle collision happened at around 4.20pm on Sunday on the A93 at Spittal of Glenshee. It follows publication in December of its latest business survey of more than 1,000 firms. … It could be another fortnight before patients start receiving the coronavirus jab. First minister outlines new tiered approach to Covid-19 restrictions. The former finance director at Vets Now is experienced in a broad range of sectors, including manufacturing, brewing and oil and gas. AIRBNB is to stop taking bookings in the UK after the firm was criticised for continuing to advertise available holiday lets in Scotland. Further education students will also start at the times they usually would through their individual partner colleges and institutions. Johanna Wallace has joined Highlands and Islands Airports (HIAL) as its new finance and commercial director. Industrial action planned at Highlands and Islands Airports over remote towers. January 14, 2021. Household visits continue to be banned as Shetland is placed in tier one. With three heart-racing U-drive experiences, the famous High Speed Highlands Taxi, a Supercar Fast Dash, Go Karting, a one-of-a-kind sculpture... No comment 3. Property website Rightmove says the average house price in that area is now £177,902, having risen by 8% from its 2017 peak. Home News. The France-based writer's books are flying off the shelves during the coronavirus lockdown. The SNP has called on Douglas Ross (pictured) and the Tories to apologise to struggling Scottish businesses who have been left in a lurch due to their misleading extra funding claims, after the Tory Welsh…. We are the economic and community development agency for the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Eighteen cases of Covid-19 were recorded in the last 48 hours bringing the total to 34 within the last week. Highlands & Islands Woman taken to hospital after crash closes stretch of A9 Emergency services were alerted to the single-car collision in the Highlands shortly after 7.30am on Monday. The search for a missing pensioner who vanished in the Highlands exactly a year ago is continuing. Copyright © 2007-2020 STV. A 29-year-old male driver died following the incident on the Isle of Harris. Islands of Opportunity look ahead to 'positive future' 29 October 2020 . Coronavirus. Peter A Walker Content Editor. Union member ballot stopped short of strike action, but staff will not work on new remote air traffic control tower plan. Highlands and Islands. Scottish News. The Arnish yard is a top-of-the range facility with a wealth of skills, according to Rhoda Grant. Share via. The University of the Highlands and Islands has been recognised for its work to support student carers. 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Whether it's marketing or technology, people or product development, our support services cover a … 27 October 2020. Health officials have described a Covid outbreak on Barra in the Western Isles as "serious, and escalating" after 17 further cases were identified. Over three-quarters of tourists who put their travel plans on hold in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic are expected to return to the iconic North Coast 500 (NC500) in 2021 and 2022, as soon as travel…. The call has been made by regional development agency, Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE). By Angus Cochrane Multimedia Journalist. Highlands and Islands Greens would like to say thank you to Russell Deacon, our Green candidate for the Inverness Central ward by-election in November. Get the Courier and Groat sent to your inbox every week and swipe through an exact replica of the day's newspaper . Highlands and Islands Labour MSP, Rhoda Grant, has responded to the government’s public consultation on treatment of non-mainland GB onshore wind projects. Why sign in to the BBC? The University of the Highlands and Islands and Scottish Premiership football club, Ross County, have signed a three-year agreement to collaborate on educational opportunities for students, staff and the wider community. Best-selling Scots author Peter May can’t wait to have the Covid vaccine so he can get back to the islands where his most famous books are set. News. Police in the Highlands and islands will be increasing their patrols over the next few weeks to curb non-essential travel. Scottish perspective on news, sport, business, lifestyle, food and drink and more, from Scotland's national newspaper, The Scotsman. January 14, 2021. And you know what, they are entitled to their opinion. I hope to continue on to a masters next. Build It Inverness, 20th / 21st January 2021. The 23-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash. I'll do it later. And we'll keep you signed in. Kenneth Mackenzie (Letters, 3 December) raises some fundamental questions concerning the future funding for the Highland and Islands area in the post-Brexit era. , A young nurse has been selected as the first recipient of a prestigious new award. The incident happened around 9.10pm on Monday on the A9 at Milnafua. James Paton was reported missing from his home in Beauly on Monday, December 23, 2019 and hasn’t been seen since. October 1, 2019 Radical Australia Cup title to be settled in New Zealand News, Radical. News and Updates. Scottish airports. The Donegal-based Northern Celt was stopped by a Marine Scotland boat on Monday. businessInsider . 1 comment. 23rd Dec 2020. News. Following the success of the inaugural event, Build It Inverness returns in 2021. Highlands is much more than motorsports and delivers exceptional world-class experiences. Got a TV Licence? Eight of the parliament's first past the post constituencies are sub-divisions of the region and it elects seven of the 56 additional-member Members of the Scottish Parliament (MSPs).. A total of 25 rescue crew members were joined by police to help the climbers off Buachaille Etive Mòr. By STV News. Copy link . Tony Parsons was last seen on September 29, 2017, near Glencoe taking part in a charity bike ride. Elected representatives […] MP and MSP urge UK Government to ‘listen to the islands’ on renewable energy January 31, 2017 News Editor. This is a regional Police Scotland Facebook page. The latest breaking news, comment and features from The Independent. supporting businesses and communities. 23 October 2020. Testing will be available at fire stations in Lochgilphead and Thurso throughout January. More news Highlands . Scottish government 'furious' at travellers to Highlands and Islands This article is more than 9 months old Camper van and second home owners going to rural areas are ‘irresponsible’, says MSP WhatsApp icon. Edward Mountain MSP asked: “First Minister, on December 1 I asked you to reconsider allowing up to six people from two households within Level One areas to meet within their homes. News Airbnb to shut down booking service after Highlands and Islands backlash. News & Advice. The Beltex sheep disappeared from a farm near Cawdor, Nairn between January 6 and 9. Subscribe with us FREE & comment on your favourite columnist news feed. Sign in or Register. The prestigious global accolade encapsulates the areas' fantastic natural scenery, attractions and experiences. SUBSCRIBE NOW. We've been working with organisations and communities for over 50 years to ensure the region remains successful and competitive. The Highlands and Islands is one of the eight electoral regions of the Scottish Parliament which were created in 1999. A big thank you also to all those who helped with the campaign and to those who voted for Russell. 7 October 2020. Following discussions between Transport Scotland and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB), the RSPB have withdrawn their objection to the 10-mile Crubenmore to Kincraig A9 dualling scheme. 162 talking about this. Skye and Lochaber MP Ian Blackford has led calls for Airbnb to stop trading during the coronavirus pandemic . News. It is open to all students studying at the University of the Highlands and Islands as well as non-students living in the Highlands and Islands, Moray and Perthshire. A 2019 report from UK estate agency Your Move found that the Highlands and Islands were the most expensive places to rent in the whole of Scotland, having overtaken Edinburgh and the Lothians in 2018. I love the fact that you can study at a campus, and from home, and at the same time be networked with the university’s thirteen campuses across the beautiful Highlands and Islands. More than £55 million in coronavirus (COVID-19) support has been paid out to businesses between October and December through Scottish Government funds. The name Highlands and Islands is much older than the electoral region. Scotland’s biggest staycation show is going online for 2021 in a free virtual event. Introduced in 2017, the award encourages universities to adopt sustainable approaches to identifying, supporting and reporting on student carers. Highlands and Islands MSP, Edward Mountain pressed the First Minister to set out when the no household visits rule will be relaxed given that infection rates remain low across the two regions. The organisation collaborated with Carers Trust Scotland to achieve the Going Higher Award. Read the blog. The organisers are excited to present … Continue reading Build It Inverness, 20th / 21st January 2021. Support us ... Highlands and islands prepare for invasion of eclipse chasers and a. The University of the Highlands and Islands Business Competition has attracted more than 1400 entries since it launched 14 years ago and has awarded more than £70,000 in cash prizes. Read more Merry Christmas from O4B . The latest breaking news, comment and features from The Independent. Highlands and Islands politicians say Arnish yard should be 'cut free' By Alan Hendry - alan.hendry@hnmedia.co.uk. Learn more about what we do. She is responsible for managing all aspects of the group’s finances, including business development, procurement and property management. Read all the latest news from Highlands and Islands Enterprise here to find out what's happening in the local economy. 9,489 talking about this. Two north … Read More. Am I the only one thinking that we are all in an episode or two of The Twilight Zone? This degree combines three of my main interests: Scotland, history, and politics, and has taught me invaluable academic skills. All rights reserved. Sturgeon confirms government hopes to place isles in 'level one' of Covid restrictions. Coronavirus Scotland: Highlands and Islands Airports close to scheduled flights. 12:03, 22 DEC 2020; Updated 14:26, 22 DEC 2020; News. More than £55 million in coronavirus (COVID-19) support has been paid out to businesses between October and December through Scottish Government funds. Emergency services were alerted to the single-car collision in the Highlands shortly after 7.30am on Monday. December 18, 2020. Human remains found during searches near a Highland farm have been confirmed as missing cyclist Tony Parsons. The best news and photos from Scotland's most beautiful regions. Discover scenic road trips, island hopping, city life and more. News. 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