HMRC is urging customers who receive a Simple Assessment letter this summer to check it carefully and pay any tax owed by the deadline. HMRC will send Simple Assessment letters for the 2025 to 2026 tax year this summer.
This charming two-bedroom detached cottage is offered for sale with a range of useful outbuildings and approximately 7.5 acres of adjoining land. Ideally situated just a short distance from Wick, the property benefits from uPVC double-glazed windows and doors, external insulation, and oil-fired central heating.
Maternity Issues are never far from the headlines. A discussion podcast highlights some of the issues.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday with more cards in his hand to try and secure further US support against Russia. Ukrainian forces have been striking oil refineries, fuel infrastructure, military-industrial facilities and logistics targets deep inside Russia.
Community groups invited to apply for funding to support projects that reduce waste and promote a circular economy The Highland Council is encouraging community organisations across the region to apply for the latest round of its successful Reuse and Repair Fund, which supports projects that help keep valuable materials and products in use for longer. Grants of between £2,000 and £50,000 are available to support a range of community‑led initiatives that will help people repair, reuse and upcycle materials - reducing waste and supporting a stronger circular economy.
Ukraine's increasingly deep attacks on Russian oil infrastructure may be developing into something much more significant than a military campaign against refineries. If the attacks begin to seriously disrupt Russia's ability to produce, refine and export oil, they could become an economic weapon aimed directly at one of Moscow's most important sources of war finance.
Reducing long waits for NHS treatment in Scotland is the focus of the government’s new £90 million investment in planned care. First Minister John Swinney said substantial progress had been made in the past year but the government remains focused on accelerating delivery to eradicate long waits for good.
Scotland’s decision to increase its top income-tax rate to 48p was intended to raise additional money for public services. New HMRC figures are now raising an awkward question: could the policy have actually reduced the amount of tax collected? The headline figure doing the rounds is £22 million.
Oil Price Falls Again: How Far Could Brent Crude Go? The oil price has gone from $100 a barrel to around $88 in remarkably short order. The big question now is whether this is simply a correction — or the beginning of a much larger fall.
Drilling operations are now underway at Rattray Head, near Peterhead, marking a major construction milestone for our Spittal to Peterhead High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) project. The works, which began this month, represent the start of one of the most technically complex elements of the project, with specialist contractors carrying out Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) beneath the coastline to create the vital connection between onshore and offshore infrastructure.
Caithness at the Centre of Scotland’s Electricity Revolution: The Transformation Happening Around Us Look across Caithness today and it is easy to see individual electricity projects – a new substation here, a cable route there, construction work around Dounreay or Spittal. But put them together and a much bigger picture emerges.
A major piece of underground engineering at Dounreay has been completed, bringing the Orkney electricity link another step closer to reality and putting Caithness at the centre of a project designed to unlock hundreds of megawatts of renewable energy. SSEN Transmission has announced the successful completion of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) at Dounreay, describing it as a major milestone in the construction of the Orkney Link.
Blargoans Ltd is currently seeking a Recruitment Manager to join our team. Recruitment Manager Opportunity Blargoans Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic, organised and proactive Recruitment Manager to join our busy team.
Statement by Ambassador Kate Foster, UK Chargé d’Affaires to the UN, at the UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine. As we have heard today, Russia continues to escalate in its violence against Ukraine.
Dstl worked with the Army, industry and allies to test drone technology and develop AI capabilities for future battlefield operations. Modern battlefields are evolving rapidly, with a key challenge being uncrewed aerial systems (drones) that can disrupt operations or threaten forces, as seen in Ukraine.
Pension fund could be used to back the next generation of high-growth British science and technology companies. Major UK pension providers are exploring establishment of a new UK Scale-up Fund of over £1billion to back the next generation of high-growth British science and technology companies.
Oil Price Falls Sharply: Is the Fuel Shock Finally Beginning to Ease? The oil price has taken a sharp turn lower today, offering some welcome relief after Brent crude recently pushed through the $100-a-barrel mark. Brent fell as much as around 9.5% during Monday's trading before recovering somewhat, and was around $91 a barrel later in the day.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosts President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as his first international visitor. New British innovation set to bolster Ukrainian defences on the front line before being rolled out to UK long range missiles.
Details on changes to the machinery of government. The Prime Minister has made a number of changes to the machinery of government to rewire the state, change the geography of government to deliver a stronger, more strategic centre that empowers local leaders, and acts as the engine room for driving economic growth across the whole country.
Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband to act as UK Governor to the World Bank. Ed Miliband to act as UK Governor to the World Bank, taking personal leadership of the UK’s engagement on development and climate finance.
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If you are buying your first home in Scotland, the First Homes Fund could contribute up to £10,000 towards the cost. Find out if you are eligible and how to apply.
There was a time when military power was measured largely by the number of tanks, aircraft, warships and missiles a country possessed. That calculation is changing rapidly.
For decades, one of the biggest disadvantages of living in Caithness has been geography. We are a long way from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and the major employment centres of Britain.
There is no need to panic-buy food. But there is a very good argument for doing something much more sensible: build a small food reserve while prices are relatively stable, concentrate on foods you already eat, and rotate your supplies so that nothing gets wasted.
For some of you out there this article is old hat so it is really aimed at people who may never have tried some of the old ways to save money and still make nutritious food When food prices are rising, the obvious response is to look for cheaper products. But there is another way to reduce the pressure on the household budget: Make the food you already buy go further.
British soldiers will be better protected and more lethal on the battlefield as a new investment of up to £400 million will see the Army equipped with the latest spy drone technology. New Tekever AR5 surveillance drones chosen to keep British troops safe through round-the-clock intelligence gathering.
Whisky products will have zero tariffs in the US from Friday 24 July 2026. As a result of engagement led by the UK Government, distilleries and whisky drinkers on both sides of the Atlantic will be raising a glass to celebrate a landmark day for the beloved product as US tariffs are lifted.
An anti-dumping measure on bicycles and certain bicycle parts imported from China will be maintained until August 2029 following a transition review. An anti-dumping measure on bicycles and certain bicycle parts imported from China will be maintained until 30 August 2029 following a transition review of the measure conducted by the Trade Remedies Authority.
Britain's food-price inflation has just given households some welcome relief. But there is a danger that the improvement could prove temporary.
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President Donald Trump has announced new 50% tariffs on around US$20 billion of Canadian imports, marking a major escalation in the trade dispute between the two countries. The tariffs are due to take effect on 19 August 2026 unless there is a negotiated settlement before then.
Why Trump Keeps Using Tariffs – And Why the Whole World Pays Attention. Whenever President Donald Trump announces a new tariff, the headlines usually focus on the country involved.
Who Owns Britain Now? A Look at Foreign Ownership of UK Businesses and Infrastructure. If you ask people whether Britain is being "sold off", the answers are likely to be passionate.
Are Britain's Best Companies Being Sold Too Cheaply? And What Happens When the Profits Leave the UK? Hardly a week seems to pass without another well-known British company becoming the target of an overseas takeover. American investment funds.
When President Donald Trump announces a new tariff, the message is usually simple. "Foreign countries will pay." But that is not quite how tariffs work.
If the Profits Leave Britain, Does It Make Us Poorer? Every time another British company is bought by an overseas investor, the same question appears. "If the profits go abroad, doesn't Britain become poorer?" It sounds like a simple question.
If you’ve been online lately, you’ve probably seen those ads shouting “Drink THIS every morning to melt belly fat!”. They always feature a mysterious fruit, a glowing mug, and a doctor who looks suspiciously like a stock photo model named Kevin.
This lovely large four-bedroom family home is situated on the main street and is a dream home for an interior design enthusiast, as it is dated throughout and in need of modernisation. The home benefits from Upvc double glazed doors and windows throughout and has an oil-fired central heating system.
For more than 30 years, China seemed unstoppable. Its economy grew at astonishing speed with new cities appeared almost overnight and millions of people moved from the countryside into better-paid jobs.
Every week there seems to be another story about China. Chinese electric cars are becoming cheaper.
Did Scotland's Iron Age brochs form a prehistoric long-distance warning system? In this history documentary, Ashley Cowie joins Iain MacLean of the Caithness Broch Project to investigate an archaeological mystery: four enigmatic Iron Age stone towers hidden across the rugged landscape of northern Scotland. Trekking through the remote Berriedale Strath, they conduct a viewshed analysis to test a compelling archaeological hypothesis: were these monumental brochs deliberately positioned to maintain line-of-sight with one another? Their expedition reveals remarkable evidence that these towering displays of Iron Age architecture may have formed an intentional signaling network, offering new insights into prehistoric engineering, landscape planning, and regional communication..
Here at Riverside house care home we are seeking to employ a part time Laundry Assistant working 20 hours per week worked over four days, hours are two shifts 9am-1pm and two shifts 7am-1pm, for more information or to request an application form email; lynnsmith@riversidehousecarehime.com or call 01955602314.
Care Planning Coordinator Laurandy Centre, Wick Hours: 28 hours per week over 4 days, Tuesday to Friday. We are readvertising this opportunity as we continue our search for the right person to join our friendly team.
Help Shape Highland's Future with Regeneration Funding The Scottish Government has announced plans to open the Regeneration Capital Grant Fund (RCGF) later this year, creating an exciting opportunity for projects that can make a lasting difference to communities across Highland. The RCGF is a competitive, Scotland-wide fund that supports locally developed regeneration projects.
Millions of calls were likely mishandled over nearly a three-year period, preventing or delaying customers from switching away to a better deal. Investigation uncovers deliberate call-dropping tactics, excessive and unnecessary call transfers and putting customers repeatedly on hold for no reason.
The UK Government has announced that children aged 8 and 9 can now use eGates at major UK airports and at international rail terminals. Previously, only travellers aged 10 and over were allowed to use them.
The ONS report measures the natural capital of enclosed farmland meaning the economic value of the land, soils, habitats, and ecosystem services produced by fields, hedgerows, and managed agricultural landscapes across the UK. Key points from the report Enclosed farmland covers around a third of the UK’s land area, making it one of the country’s most significant land uses.
Position: We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to be based at our Thurso campus. Responsibilities: The post holder will provide high quality laboratory technical support for Research & Knowledge Exchange and its commercial, research and teaching activities.
Hugh Simpson (Contractors) Ltd. is the largest crane hire and heavy lifting services company based in Caithness.
Position: The Environmental Research Institute (ERI) is part of UHI North, West and Hebrides, Thurso, one of the academic partners of UHI. Our mission is to ‘provide dynamic leadership in research, innovation and education that advances understanding and informs management of our natural environment’.
Before the Strait of Hormuz made the evening news, most of us thought potash was a new vegan spread and phosphates were something you rinsed off your dishes. Now, half the country is debating Moroccan mineral reserves like it’s the World Cup.
Sutherland is one of Europe's great wilderness landscapes. From towering mountains and white-sand beaches to remote glens and picturesque fishing villages, it offers some of the finest scenery anywhere in Britain.
AI, energy, defence and commodities are colliding to reshape the global economy and the effects are already reaching households and businesses in the Highlands. The world economy is shifting from efficiency to constraint and from cheap abundance to strategic competition For three decades the global economy rested on a simple assumption: that supply would adjust, prices would stabilise, and globalisation would smooth out shocks.
The £100 Million Question: Why Higher Council Tax Doesn't Always Mean Better Local Services Every spring, millions of households receive a council tax bill that is a little higher than the year before. At the same time, they often hear about cuts to local services, delayed road repairs, fewer leisure facilities or postponed building projects.
The by-election to elect a councillor to represent Ward 4 East Sutherland and Edderton on The Highland Council has been won by John Murray, Independent who was one of 5 candidates who contested the vacancy. Voters went to the poll (Thursday 25 June 2026) and the by-election count was held Friday morning in Dornoch Academy.
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