For years, the answer to a familiar housing problem has seemed fairly straightforward. If your house is too small, move to a bigger one.
There is a growing problem sitting quietly underneath Britain's cost-of-living debate. People need more money.
Businesses reminded to prepare for Vaping Duty and Stamps Scheme. Businesses are reminded to prepare for Vaping Products Duty and the Vaping Duty Stamps Scheme which start on 1 October 2026.
Denmark and the UK both wear the badge of universal healthcare with pride. Nobody is turned away, nobody is handed a bill on the way out.
Digital ID Is Dead. Or Is It? The Government May Have Cancelled the Scheme, But the Problem Hasn't Gone Away The Government may have cancelled its plans for a single digital identity, but the problem it was trying to solve has not disappeared.
Employers in certain sectors will have been concerned to read reports from the UK government that the costs of promised reforms to “zero hours contracts” under the Employment Rights Act 2025 may be anything up to £2.9 billion. The changes, due to be implemented in early 2027, are designed to redress what are seen as “one-sided” working arrangements under which workers bear all the financial risk of fluctuations in demand for their labour.
The Highlands May Be Cooler, But Our Food Bills Aren’t: Britain Faces a New Food Price Shock For years, climate change has often seemed like somebody else's problem. We watched television pictures of heatwaves in southern Europe, wildfires in California and droughts in Africa and thought that Britain, sitting in the North Atlantic with its cool, wet climate, was somehow protected.
There is a rather uncomfortable economic question emerging from the war with Iran. How much pain can the United States inflict on Iran before some of that pain starts coming back home? There is no doubt that the economic pressure on Iran is severe.
There is a major change being discussed in Westminster that could eventually affect the way millions of households in Scotland watch television, yet I suspect very few people in Caithness have heard much about it. It is not another change to the television licence.
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There is one number that is beginning to dominate the argument about John Swinney's plans for reforming Scotland's public services. 20,000.
New data shows just 9.7% of transport and storage businesses expect to raise prices in September – the lowest of any major UK sector, and down sharply from 15.8% in August. Manufacturers and retailers, by contrast, are far more likely to be pushing prices up, says the delivery expert Parcelhero.
There is a rather uncomfortable question waiting for Andy Burnham and Chancellor John Healey as they prepare for the October Budget. Where exactly is the money going to come from? The new Government has arrived in Downing Street promising change, better public services, more investment, greater regional equality and action on the cost of living.
For Scotland's island communities, ferries are not a luxury as they are roads that happen to float. That is why the latest news about CalMac's fleet is so frustrating.
Tuesday was an unusually important day in British politics. In London, Prime Minister Andy Burnham made his first major statement to the House of Commons since taking office, setting out the direction in which he intends to take the United Kingdom.
There is a potentially huge change coming to the way Scotland's NHS is organised, and it could have particular consequences for places such as Caithness. The Scottish Government is developing a new East and West structure for NHS Scotland.
The Student Loans Company (SLC) is reminding students to be alert to scams as maintenance loan payments begin for the 2026/27 academic year. As students across the country prepare to start or return to university, SLC is urging them ‘stop and think before you click’ when responding to any unusual messages or communication about their student finance.
For a while it looked as though the great mortgage squeeze might finally be coming to an end. Interest rates had fallen from their peak.
There is a financial story developing which could eventually affect the interest rate on your mortgage, the cost of a business loan, the Government's ability to spend money and even what happens at the next Budget. It is not particularly easy to understand.
Highland Council has an ambitious plan in fact it's very ambitious. Over the next 20 years it wants to invest around £2.1 billion in schools, roads, transport, community facilities, offices, depots and other infrastructure across the Highlands.
Scotland has spent years being told that renewable energy will transform its economy. Now another industry has arrived that wants an enormous amount of it.
John Swinney has made economic growth one of the central themes of his new programme for government. That is hardly surprising.
It is tempting to think of another rise in the oil price as simply another unwelcome addition to the cost of filling the car or heating the house. For many people, particularly in rural Scotland, that is already serious enough.
For a while, there was a little hope that the worst of the heating-oil crisis might be behind us. Perhaps oil prices would settle.
Following today’s deadline for nominations, The Highland Council can confirm the details of the 5 candidates that are standing in the Ward 3 Wick and East Caithness by-election. There are 5 candidaes.
ScotRail has reached an important milestone in plans to introduce a new suburban train fleet, with the procurement now progressing to the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) stage. The move to ITN represents the next formal step in the structured procurement process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
There is something rather odd about the way we treat sunscreen in Britain. We know that exposure to ultraviolet radiation can cause skin cancer.
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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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.
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.
A lovely two-bedroom cottage with two sun rooms, located on the roadside in Bilbster with enclosed mature garden grounds and views across the open countryside. Accommodation comprises vestibule, hallway, lounge, kitchen/diner, two double bedrooms, newly fitted modern shower room and two sun rooms, one to the rear and another to the side.
Set in a prominent location on the popular NC500 route is this well established 8-bedroom hotel (all ensuite), with public bar, lounge bar, dining room, owners’ accommodation, covered beer garden, detached garage and large commercial tarmacadam carpark. Originally a church manse, dating back to the 19th century, this impressive and substantial property boasts many original features throughout including a beautiful feature staircase, ornate cornicing, high skirtings and ceilings, and decorative internal archways.
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.
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.
Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd. is the largest crane hire and heavy lifting services company based in Caithness.
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.
A&D Sutherland Ltd have vacancies for general labourers. The positions are based on the main Quarry site in Spittal.
Patti Bremner, the Countryside Ranger for East Caithness explains why dune systems need our protection and why recreational fires pose a real risk to these habitats. Working in an office alongside the Dunnet Bay sand dunes I have come to appreciate and respect them more and more each working day.
This 3 bedroom detached bungalow is situated in a popular residential area in Thurso. It is a few minutes walk from the coast and a short walk into town.
Some medicines can make you more sensitive to the sun or increase the risk of dehydration without you realising it. The MHRA is encouraging people to know the risks and stay protected this summer.
We are looking for a cook in our busy pub kitchen to cook pub grub. Hours are 4.30 to finish.
A story on BBC by Luke Mintz caught our attention. Read it and think hard if your children remain unvaccinated.
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