Highland Council is planning to spend around £2.1 billion over 20 years on schools, roads, housing, community facilities and other infrastructure. It is an ambitious programme, and one which could bring considerable benefits across the Highlands.
NDA brings nuclear sector senior leaders together to galvanise action on Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce (NRTF) review recommendations. On 16 September 2026, the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA) brought senior leaders from across the nuclear sector together in Manchester to galvanise action on the Nuclear Regulatory Taskforce (NRTF) review recommendations, unlocking a golden age of nuclear.
For much of the cost-of-living crisis, the big question was how households would cope with rising prices. The latest figures suggest that we are beginning to see an answer.
Artificial intelligence has become one of the biggest stories in the stock market. Companies involved in AI have reached extraordinary valuations, with investors betting that the technology will transform business and generate enormous profits for years to come.
The Bank of England's decision to leave interest rates unchanged at 3.75% attracted most of the attention this week. But another decision could prove almost as important for the cost of borrowing in Britain.
Something rather important is happening around the United States, and it may be bigger than the individual tariff announcements, political arguments or daily movements in the oil price. America is changing the way it deals with the rest of the world.
Britain's car industry has received an important vote of confidence, with McLaren Automotive announcing a £500 million investment programme that is expected to create 1,000 new jobs in the UK by 2032. The investment will expand McLaren's research, development and manufacturing operations, including a new vehicle production facility.
Canada has spent generations building its economy around its huge neighbour to the south. Now it is looking across the Atlantic.
The Bank held interest rates as expected in its MPC meeting Thursday), with the real news coming from a welcome change in how it intends unwind Quantitative Easing (QE) and a gloomy outlook on the cost of living, the Resolution Foundation said today. James Smith, Chief Economist at the Resolution Foundation, said, “The Bank’s decision today to hold interest rates was welcome but expected.
The future of disability benefits is becoming one of the more difficult issues facing the UK government, with spending rising rapidly and increasing numbers of people receiving support. A new report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) examines what could be changed in Personal Independence Payment (PIP), the main working-age disability benefit in England and Wales.
The Bank of England has decided to leave interest rates unchanged at 3.75%, giving households and businesses some stability but also signalling that the next stage of the battle against inflation may be more difficult than previously expected. The decision comes just a day after figures showed UK inflation rising from 2.9% to 3.1% in August, moving further away from the Bank's 2% target.
The Bank of Japan has raised interest rates again, taking its benchmark rate from 1% to 1.25%, the highest level in Japan for around three decades. On the face of it, this might seem like a Japanese problem.
Scottish Labour is about to get a new leader, but the bigger question is whether it can find a way back into the mainstream of Scottish politics. The leadership contest has narrowed to Michael Marra and Joe Fagan, after Monica Lennon failed to secure enough nominations to make the ballot.
For households in rural Scotland that depend on heating oil, the timing could hardly be worse. Summer is ending, the nights are drawing in and many households will soon be thinking about filling their oil tanks for the winter.
The European Union has made an unusual offer to Canada: a new form of “associate membership” that would give the two sides a much closer relationship without Canada actually becoming an EU member. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has warmly welcomed the idea, describing closer cooperation with Europe as important at a time when Canada is trying to broaden its international relationships.
The European Union may be starting to rethink what it means to be part of Europe. That may sound surprising when the country being discussed is Australia, thousands of miles from the continent.
The latest rise in interest rates in Japan may seem a long way removed from the price of diesel at a Scottish filling station, but the two developments are part of the same global economic problem. Energy prices have surged as the conflict in the Middle East has disrupted supplies and severely restricted normal traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Much of the attention in recent weeks has been on the rising price of oil. But there is another energy price that could have an even more direct effect on millions of households this winter: natural gas.
Britain's small businesses appear to be borrowing substantially less from high street banks than they were a few years ago. The amount of outstanding bank lending to small and medium-sized businesses across Great Britain stood at around £62.6 billion at the end of 2025.
When Danish billionaire Anders Holch Povlsen's WildLand conservation company bought the Kinross House Estate this week, it was more than another country-house purchase. Kinross House sits on the western shore of Loch Leven, looking across to the historic Loch Leven Castle, where Mary, Queen of Scots was imprisoned in 1567.
Students heading to university are being targeted by scammers trying to access their student loan accounts. These scams are particularly prevalent during September and October, when student loan payments are released.
Communities across the country will be able to build and control their own clean energy supply. Great British Energy rolls out first wave of biggest public community energy investment in UK history, backing local places to cut bills and take climate action.
Savers are urged to move their pots as billions of pounds in interest is lost due to zero interest accounts, according to Moneyfactscompare.co.uk analysis. The Bank of England estimated that around £300bn is sitting in UK current and savings accounts earning zero interest.
When Anders Holch Povlsen's name appears in Scottish news, it is usually because he has bought another estate. The latest is Kinross House Estate on the shores of Loch Leven.
Qualified Mechanic required for maintenance and repairs for various types of vehicles. MOT Experience would be advantageous but not essential.
Does creating more money cause inflation? We are repeatedly told that “money printing” inevitably pushes prices higher. But that claim misunderstands both how modern money works and what actually causes inflation.
Scotland was promised a new era of offshore wind, billions of pounds of investment and the chance to build a major new industrial supply chain. The ScotWind leasing round certainly produced one thing very quickly: a very large cheque.
Watch the video and listen carefully - You may be shocked. The old age pension triple lock is under attack again.
Five hundred new officers to be recruited in a £500 million crackdown on money laundering, as part of the government's Anti-Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Strategy. Hundreds of new officers will be recruited to track dirty money, disrupt organised crime networks and seize criminal assets under a major new crackdown.
A new funding announcement for fishing vessels in England has highlighted an interesting difference between the support available to fishermen on either side of the Scottish border. The UK Government announced on 15 September that England's Fisheries and Seafood Scheme has been expanded to provide grants towards new engines and gearboxes on fishing vessels.
NUVIA UK is looking for a technically minded and proactive Dounreay Beach Monitoring Project Technician to support the delivery of the Dounreay Beach Monitoring Project and related radiological monitoring activities. This varied role combines fieldwork, instrumentation, technical data analysis, GIS mapping, equipment calibration and report writing.
A college + university like no other With 19 campuses and centres across the North and West Highlands, Skye, and Outer Hebrides, we cover a geographic area larger than Wales, comprising 40% of Scotland’s coastline. Our campuses and centres are located within historic towns and villages, set amongst the shorelines, mountains, and moors, with local staff working across our region to support our students and communities. Position: We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Registry and Admissions Officer, with a focus on Registry, to join our Student Records team in Fort William, Thurso or Stornoway.
We're Hiring | Experienced Chef The Pentland Hotel is looking for an experienced chef to join our kitchen team in Thurso on a Full-Time or Part-Time basis for the right candidate. We’re looking for individuals with previous experience working in a professional kitchen who are confident in a busy environment and take pride in maintaining consistently high standards.
Food & Beverage Supervisor Ideal for an experienced and confident individual looking to work a few shifts each week while taking on additional responsibility within our food and beverage team. Whether you’re looking for a few shifts alongside other commitments or you’re ready to take the next step in your hospitality career, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for friendly, reliable and enthusiastic people aged 18 or over to join us as Part-Time Bar Staff Perfect for anyone looking to work a few shifts each week, with opportunities to cover midweek, evenings and weekends. To apply or find out more, please contact Vicky at thecaithnesscollection@hotmail.com .
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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