Project key part in connecting proposed Coire Glas Pumped Hydro Scheme SSEN Transmission is inviting members of the public to view updated proposals for a new substation at Loch Lundie, near Invergarry, as part of a project which will connect the proposed Coire Glas Pumped Hydro Scheme to the electricity network. The Coire Glas connection […]
Green-fingered residents at Eilean Dubh Care Home in Fortrose are celebrating back-to-back show successes, bringing home an impressive haul of 30 prizes from two local events. Their latest triumph came at the Black Isle Horticultural Society Show, where they collected 19 awards – including six first prizes, ten second places and three third places – for
SSEN Transmission, the Perth-headquartered electricity transmission network owner for the north of Scotland, has today started the process of notifying key stakeholders of its intention to submit its Section 37 overhead line consent application for the proposed Spittal – Loch Buidhe – Beauly 400kV overhead line project within the next two weeks. The project is
By Gordon Barron, CEO, Inverness Ice Centre It’s been a tough year for community ice rinks, and the recent announcement of Elgin Ice Rink’s closure on August 4th struck a particularly emotional chord. Like many in our community, we were saddened by the news — a stark reminder of the growing challenges faced by facilities
Guest Blog: Keeping The Ice Alive – A Cool Opportunity For Local Businesses Read More »
Businesses looking to establish longer-term partnerships with academics can apply for a share of £200,000 funding, as a new round of Advanced Innovation Voucher funding is launched today (Wednesday, 30th July). The funding is provided by Scottish Enterprise and managed by Interface to support and encourage collaborative projects to create new products, processes and services.
Funding announced for business-academic collaborations Read More »
Genny Hire Ltd was delighted to welcome local MSP Alexander Burnett for a visit to their Kintore HQ, where they had the chance to talk all things business, energy, and industry challenges across the Northeast. As a long-standing provider of temporary power solutions to Scotland’s key sectors – including Oil & Gas, Renewables, Agriculture, Maritime,
Genny Hire welcomes MSP Alexander Burnett for business and industry insights Read More »
Plans to expand a care home in Tain have been given the green light. Parklands Care Homes has received approval from The Highland Council for a £2.2 million extension to Innis Mhor Care Home. The development will add 12 en-suite bedrooms across two floors, along with day/dining rooms, assisted bathrooms, nurse stations, and a range
Green light for £2.2m expansion of Tain care home Read More »
UK top 50 and leading Scottish law firm Brodies LLP has again been recognised for its advice to clients on high value personal and family matters in the latest edition of the Chambers UK High Net Worth Guide. The firm achieves a band 2 ranking in a new UK-wide category for landed estates, and also
This month, Nicol of Skene proudly marks 20 years of delivering Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) services — a milestone underscoring the company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainable trenchless solutions. Now in its 45th year of operation, Nicol of Skene introduced HDD to its service portfolio in 2005, responding to growing demand for less invasive
Nicol of Skene Celebrates 20 Years at the Forefront of HDD Excellence Read More »
A revived Wester Ross industrial port is set to power the Highland economy and bring “real, lasting benefits to local communities” after a £24 million Scottish Government investment. That is the view of Highland MSP Maree Todd, following Tuesday’s visit to Kishorn Port, one of Europe’s largest dry docks. The visit followed Scottish Government confirmation
