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Caithness Transport Forum hears positive updates on services, despite ongoing challenges

22nd November 2022

Despite transport challenges this year the Caithness Transport Forum was pleased to hear of productive transport developments and advocacy within the North Highlands at its recent meeting in November. Members heard updates on the impacts of increased investment in the region. Amongst the highlights of these successes is the Public Service Obligation (PSO) in place […]

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Statement from the Four Highland Chambers of Commerce on the Proposed Visitor Levy

19th December 2024

“The four Highland Chambers of Commerce – Cairngorm Business Partnership, Caithness Chamber, Inverness Chamber and Lochaber Chamber of Commerce – share the deep concerns expressed by the Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) regarding the introduction of a visitor levy scheme in the Highlands. Collectively we believe that implementing a visitor levy at this time would have […]

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Highland BlindCraft Celebrates Double Award Win and New Partnership

17th December 2024

Highland BlindCraft is celebrating a remarkable year, having received two prestigious awards and announcing an exciting new partnership. At the Highland Business Awards 2024, the organisation was honoured with Employer of the Year, recognising its dedication to providing an inclusive and supportive workplace. Additionally, Highland BlindCraft secured the Loganair Award for Excellence in Customer Service […]

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Trudy Morris, CEO, Caithness Chamber of Commerce: Find the Perfect Fit for your Firm.

17th December 2024

Trudy Morris, CEO, Caithness Chamber of Commerce: Find the Perfect Fit for your Firm. As the year draws to a close, with Christmas fast approaching and the holidays in sight, it’s incredible to see the 2025 calendar already filling up fast. We’re delighted to kick off the new year with Caithness Jobs and How to […]

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Caithness Filmmaker John Baikie Selected for Prestigious Screen Scotland Short Film Scheme

17th December 2024

Caithness filmmaker John Baikie has been selected to participate in Screen Scotland’s prestigious short film scheme, Little Pictures, a programme run by GMAC Film in Glasgow. John’s documentary proposal was one of only eight selected from hundreds of entries, marking a significant achievement in his filmmaking career. The Screen Scotland funded short film scheme aims […]

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Unlock New Opportunities: Upskill, Reskill, or Advance Your Career with UHI North, West and Hebrides

13th December 2024

Are you looking for opportunities to upskill your staff and make your business more effective? Or perhaps you’re considering gaining professional qualifications for yourself or embarking on a new career? Why not join UHI North, West and Hebrides this January, where there are numerous learning opportunities tailored to suit your needs. More Possibilities UHI North, […]

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Castletown Mill Milestone Celebrated With ‘Topping Out’ Ceremony

10th December 2024

To celebrate the completion of the Caithness and Welsh slate roofs at Castletown Mill on 11th December 2024, Dunnet Bay Distillers Ltd will be holding a ‘Topping Out’ ceremony. ‘Topping Out’ is a rite traditionally held when the roof of a building is completed. Because Castletown Mill is one of the largest and most imposing […]

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GMG Energy installs high-efficiency boiler to kiln-dry fuel for Highland consumers’ log burning stoves

29th November 2024

A highly efficient renewable powered fuel boiler funded by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has been installed by Halladale-based GMG Energy and is now being used to help kiln-dry logs for domestic stoves throughout the Highland and beyond. And, said owner-director, Malcolm Morrison, after a professional installation process masterminded by consulting engineer, Andy Groves, the […]

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A Taste of Success! Attendance Record Smashed at Taste North 2024

27th November 2024

Taste North 2024 welcomed over 2,100 visitors, setting a new attendance record for the annual food and drink festival organised by Venture North. Now in its ninth year, the event showcased the best in local produce, featuring 56 exhibitors, including exciting new businesses from Orkney, the North Highlands, and Kinross. Renowned Scottish celebrity chef and […]

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Become a Mentor with MCR Pathways: Transform Lives with Just an Hour a Week

27th November 2024

MCR Pathways is an award-winning national charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable young people, including those in care, young carers, and individuals facing instability. Through its school-based mentoring programme, the organisation pairs young people with fully-trained volunteer mentors to help them achieve equality in education, career opportunities, and life chances. The impact of mentoring: 83% of mentored […]

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Norscot SMDH Demonstrator Project: Pioneering Sustainable Manufacturing

25th November 2024

Earlier this year, Norscot, a manufacturer of timber frame kits and fenestration systems, received the Digital Innovation Fund Rapid Demonstrator Award from the Smart Manufacturing Data Hub (SMDH) This award recognises the Company’s commitment to innovation and sustainability in UK manufacturing. The six-month project aims to transform the Company operations through digital technologies and sustainability […]

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