£1 billion investment in 29 new British-built battery-electric trains will deliver faster, more reliable journeys across the North, supporting 6,000 UK jobs and boosting capacity. faster and more frequent train journeys across the North as government supports a £1 billion investment in 29 new British-built trains on Great British Railways (GBR).
The Bank of England goes into its next interest-rate decision on 17 September with a problem that has become increasingly difficult to read. On the face of it, there is little reason for the Bank to raise rates.
Caithness has had a busy week, although the individual stories might not initially appear to have much in common. Look a little more closely, however, and a pattern begins to emerge.
English Whisky has been granted protected status, becoming the newest member of the UK's recognised whisky family. English Whisky has secured protected Geographical Indication (GI) status, a major milestone for a sector that has grown from a handful of pioneering producers into one of England’s most exciting food and drink success stories.
Britain has a housing shortage. The Government has promised to tackle it by building 1.5 million new homes during this Parliament, an average of around 300,000 a year but the latest construction figures from the Office for National Statistics raise an uncomfortable question.
For weeks, the world's attention has been focused on the Strait of Hormuz and what happens to the oil market if tankers cannot safely pass through one of the world's most important shipping routes. Now there is a new problem.
Europe has built an enormous renewable-energy industry, but a new report from the European Court of Auditors raises a rather awkward question. How much of that energy revolution actually belongs to the communities living alongside it? The European Union has promoted the idea of “energy communities”, where citizens, small businesses and local authorities can collectively produce, store, share and sell renewable electricity.
When we think about the war in Yemen, we tend to think about missiles, drones, oil tankers and shipping. But there is another battle taking place beneath the Red Sea which could become increasingly important.
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has appointed Claire Wilson as its new area manager for Caithness and Sutherland. Claire succeeds Eann Sinclair, who retired after eight years as area manager and more than three decades with HIE.
Britain's economy continued to grow in July, but the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics suggest that the recovery remains rather uneven. Gross domestic product increased by 0.4% in July, following growth of 0.3% in June and no growth in May.
The backlog of people waiting to have their work capability assessed is to be significantly reduced through a package of measures that will reduce UK welfare spending by £1.9 billion by the end of 2030/31. Backlog of people waiting to have Work Capability Assessment to be tackled as part of a package of measures to deliver £1.9 billion of savings in the UK by the end of 2030/31.
Life sciences firms will gain direct access to investors, healthcare networks and commercial partners in the United States through a new Scotland-Massachusetts partnership. The ‘Scotland-Massachusetts Bio-Bridge’ will bring business leaders from Massachusetts to Scotland to explore investment and collaboration opportunities.
For years, Primark has been a familiar name to shoppers across Scotland, but not necessarily to people living in the far north. There is a Primark in Inverness, but for somebody living in Caithness that can mean a journey of well over 100 miles each way.
A poor barley harvest does not mean Britain is about to run out of beer, but it could add another pressure to an industry already facing difficult times For most people, barley is something that appears in a field during the summer and disappears from their thoughts until harvest. But barley has a rather important second life.
An entirely fictional account of what might happen if a Roman historian were suddenly transported to America in September 2026. When our Roman historian arrived in America, he was initially rather pleased.
The UK Economy Is Sending Mixed Signals – And Oil Could Make Things Worse The latest real-time indicators from the Office for National Statistics provide a useful glimpse of the UK economy before the more familiar official statistics eventually catch up. They do not point to an economy in recession.
Something rather important is happening in financial markets which could eventually affect almost everyone, yet it is easy to miss among the daily headlines about the war and the rapidly rising price of oil. Brent crude has surged to almost $110 a barrel, with the price rising nearly 13% in a week.
Twenty-five years ago today, the world watched in disbelief as four passenger aircraft were hijacked and used in the attacks on the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and Pennsylvania. Nearly 3,000 people were killed.
There is a curious development taking place in the currency markets as oil prices surge and fears of higher inflation spread around the world. The US dollar is gaining ground, but sterling is holding remarkably steady.
Can two people be doing jobs of equal value but quite legitimately be paid different amounts? That is the awkward question sitting behind the latest ruling in the long-running equal pay battle involving retailer Next. The Employment Appeal Tribunal has overturned a key part of a 2024 decision which had found that Next could not justify paying its predominantly male warehouse workers a higher basic rate than its predominantly female shop workers.
More than 500 jobs will be created and supported by 22 new projects funded through the Scottish Government’s Just Transition Fund. The First Minister officially opened the 2026 funding round, worth £17.5 million, during a visit to Hydrasun, a North East manufacturing firm receiving £1.9 million in support.
The Highland Council has welcomed an increase of £750,000 of funding from the SSE Renewables Highland Sustainable Development Fund to support private householders experiencing extreme fuel poverty in Highland. The two-year grant will support the delivery of the Council’s Energy Efficient Scotland: Area Based Scheme (EES:ABS), funded by The Scottish Government, which funds energy efficiency home improvements that can help lower fuel costs and improve living conditions for Highland residents.
Donald Trump has come up with an extraordinary election promise. If Republicans retain control of Congress in November, he says every American adult will receive a $5,000 “Trump dividend”.
Scotland’s college sector is facing a financial problem that cannot be solved simply by asking colleges to cut their cloth a little tighter. That is the uncomfortable message from a new Audit Scotland report which shows colleges cutting staff, reducing courses and relying increasingly on short-term financial support while the number of students being taught continues to fall.
For the past week or so, $100 a barrel has been the number everyone in the oil market has been watching. Now it has happened.
With fast moving oil prices we have updated from $100 to $102 at 10.00am today. The price of oil breaking through $102 a barrel is no longer just a story for financial markets.
Gingerbread House is a beautifully presented detached cottage situated in the peaceful village of Mey, close to the Castle of Mey and on the world-famous NC500 route. Currently operating as a highly successful Airbnb holiday let, the property offers an excellent opportunity as either a lifestyle business or a charming private home.
Set within generous grounds and enjoying wonderful open countryside and sea views, Kyleburn House is a substantial traditional stone-built property offering exceptionally spacious and versatile accommodation in a peaceful rural setting. Extending to approximately 357 sq m (3,841 sq ft) overall, the property provides an interesting and flexible layout that would lend itself to a variety of uses and lifestyles.
KR Properties are delighted to bring to the market this spacious two-bedroom townhouse, offering well-proportioned accommodation over two floors within an attractive traditional stone-built property. Access is via a shared main entrance door, which opens into a shared entrance hallway serving this property and one neighbouring home.
3 bedroom gas central heated double glazed property with kitchen bathroom and WC on 1st floor..
We are excited to present this approximate 0.15 -acre plot located within a tranquil location in Keiss, Wick..
A&D Sutherland Ltd have a vacancy for a qualified second Plant Mechanic. This is based at our main quarry site in Spittal.
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CLEANER WANTED – LATHERON Cleaner wanted to service Airbnb. 2 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen/dining area and bathroom.
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Front of House Staff to join our team. This role is crucial in ensuring that our customers receive exceptional service and a memorable experience.
Here at Riverside house care home we are looking to employ a domestic assistant to join our team working four shifts per week 8am-2pm to ensure all areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness, in this role you will perform cleaning tasks including dusting, hoovering, mopping and sanitizing surfaces. Previous experience is an advantage but not essential as full training will be given.
An exciting opportunity to join a lovely team help support a young man in his own home in Wick. If you are someone who likes to make a difference in someone's life and is caring compassionate and reliable this could be for you.
Specsavers in Wick are looking for an enthusiastic person to join our store due to continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a small, hard-working team.
Volunteer with Children's Hearings Scotland (CHS) and make a lasting difference in your community. Children's Hearings Scotland (CHS) is currently recruiting volunteer Panel Members across Scotland, including the Western Isles.
Pupils, parents and teachers are among those being encouraged to share their views about restricting phones in schools with the launch of a public consultation today. The Scottish Government’s consultation will inform the development of legislation to restrict phone use in schools, given concerns about the harmful effect on pupils’ education and wellbeing.
Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has acquired the assets of Sutherland Spaceport Ltd (SSL) from the joint liquidators, Chad Griffin and Graham Smith of FRP Advisory. SSL was established in 2020 by Moray-based space launch company Orbital Express Ltd (Orbex), which entered administration in February this year.
There is something rather odd about the way we treat sunscreen in Britain. We know that exposure to ultraviolet radiation can cause skin cancer.
The Highland Council’s Justice Service teams will be hosting open days in Inverness and Golspie this September. The public are invited to open day sessions on Wednesday 9 September at Inverness Justice Centre and Thursday 10 September at Golspie Justice Services.
Over a third of children talk or play online with people they have never met. 91% of parents use monitoring tools — but 41% of children have tried to get around them.
Britain is adopting artificial intelligence at remarkable speed. But there is an intriguing problem developing beneath the headline figures.
We are looking for part-time / relief bar staff to join our team. * Casual, part time work as and when needed * Must be able to work evenings and weekends * Must be over 18 * Full bar training can be provided If you would like to join our team, and for more info on this post, please contact our Head Steward Donna by messaging our Facebook page or pop in to the Seaforth Club and see her.
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Chef de Partie – Full Time We’re looking for a passionate and reliable Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You’ll work alongside our Head Chef and wider kitchen team to deliver high-quality food across breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
Waiting Staff – Full & Part Time We’re looking for friendly, enthusiastic and reliable Waiting Staff to join our team. We have full-time and part-time positions available, with shifts covering breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Here at Riverside house care home we are looking to employ a dedicated and reliable domestic assistant to join our team. Hours to be worked are 8am-2pm covering four days including some weekends.
Here at Riverside house care home in Wick we are looking to employ full or part time care assistants to join our team. SVQ level 2 in care would be an advantage but not essential full training will be provided.
Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd. is the largest crane hire and heavy lifting services company based in Caithness.
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