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Guest Blog: Help Local Pupils Realise Their Potential – Mentoring with MCR Pathways

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MCR Pathways has been running our relationship mentoring programme in Highlands and Islands secondary schools since 2021. We are delighted to say that across our eleven schools in the region, over 180 young people from S3 to S6 have been mentored by a supporting adult from the community over the past academic year. The young […]

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Golf Legend Sandy Lyle Joins Guestlist for Exclusive Whisky Tasting in Aid of Highland Hospice

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The Kingsmills Hotel are delighted to partner with two ‘Scottish legends’ to host a brand new whisky-focused event in aid of the Highland Hospice on Thursday 2nd October 2025. In partnership with renowned whisky guide Hamish Malcolm, ‘The Dram Caddy’, and legendary Scottish golfer Sandy Lyle OBE, the event is being held in support of

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New History of Power Transmission in the North of Scotland Published

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The story of power transmission in the north of Scotland is being told in a new book published by SSE Heritage, the archive and history arm of Perth-based electricity company SSE. Called ‘The Highland Grid’, it draws on over 100 years of archive documents, newspaper cuttings and interviews with people who worked on the high

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Business Breakfast with HIAL Highlights Opportunities for Growth and Connectivity

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed an insightful Business Breakfast this week with guest speakers Paul Kelsall, Chief Executive of Highlands and Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL), and Graeme Bell, General Manager of Inverness Airport. Held at the Kingsmills Hotel, the event attracted over 50 delegates and offered a unique opportunity to hear directly from the

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Endless Collaboration Opportunities for Scottish Companies in the Netherlands

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This week (20-22 May), Inverness Chamber of Commerce led a trade mission to the Netherlands, accompanied by a dynamic group of Scottish companies united by a shared ambition: to explore new business opportunities and partnerships between our two nations. The programme offered a rich blend of workshops, networking events, and cultural experiences designed to give

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Keynote Lunch Offers Powerful Insights into the Future of Local Media

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce members gathered at the Glen Mhor Hotel & Apartments last week (Friday 25 April) for the Chamber’s Keynote Lunch, featuring a compelling and candid address from Steve Barron, Managing Director of Highland News and Media (HNM). Steve delivered a refreshingly honest perspective on HNM’s journey – charting its successes, challenges, pivotal

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce Appoints Marc Wilson as New President

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Inverness Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the appointment of Marc Wilson as its new President, following the conclusion of Eunice McAdam’s term. Marc’s appointment was confirmed at today’s (25 April) Annual General Meeting. The Chamber is also delighted to welcome Hilary Clelland, Partner at Saffery, to the Board. Marc takes on the role

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Inside Stories: Creativity, Collaboration and Community at Inverness Creative Academy

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The latest Inside Stories event from Inverness Chamber of Commerce gave members a rare and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at one of the Highlands’ most vibrant creative spaces,  Inverness Creative Academy. This beautifully redeveloped site, a £6 million transformation of the former Midmills buildings, is now the Highlands’ first major creative hub. Operated by Wasps (Workshops

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