He says whilst employers can be punished if a member of staff has failed a drug or alcohol test, the plant operator who failed the test is not.
Police are keen to hear from anyone who may have relevant dashcam footage or who witnessed the incident to come forward.
A Highland teenager who had earlier been posted missing by police has been traced safe and well.
A Black Isle woman is today celebrating her 100th birthday, and a life filled with love, compassion and civic duty.
A special fashion show in the Highland capital will honour the memory of a much-loved Highland woman who continues to inspire the event.
The selling agent says the 'feature property' benefits from a solid year-round trade and radiates charm.
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The resurfacing and associated work will involve use of a convoy system for safety reasons at various times although the route will remain open.
When a heartbroken teenager put pen to paper after the devastating loss of her first dog, little could she imagine the impact her words would have.
It's going to be another busy year for arrivals with upwards of 200,000 passengers and crew expected to disembark this season.
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Campaign groups in Ross-shire concerned about a major new overhead power line are making it clear they want the consultation process restarted.
'I still have that hope and belief that he will come through that door one day.'
Social care...has always been seen as the Cinderella service and...now needs to be elevated and given far more prominence.
The issue was thrust into the spotlight at the leadership debate hosted by The Inverness Courier.
The wife of a Highland man who was posted missing exactly one year ago today has issued a heartfelt video appeal.
Efforts to pave the way for more affordable housing have been pledged amid a council 'land banking' push.
Highland MSP Kate Forbes, one of three bidding to become Scotland's next First Minister, today outlined how she intends to succeed Nicola Sturgeon.
A year to the day since she last embraced her husband, Finn, Lucy Creaney speaks of his loved ones' resolute determination to find answers.
A Black Isle visitor attraction is celebrating the completion of a major revamp today.