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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

30 October 2024
UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

UK Budget announcement will ‘undoubtedly’ have adverse impacts on Highland businesses

30 October 2024

Today’s UK Budget may have an adverse impact on Highland businesses.


Last day to vote for your favourite Inverness city centre businesses

30 October 2024
Last day to vote for your favourite Inverness city centre businesses

Last day to vote for your favourite Inverness city centre businesses

30 October 2024

The Inverness City Centre Business Awards 2024 take place on November 14.


Inverness-based business transfers ownership to its employees

29 October 2024
Inverness-based business transfers ownership to its employees

Inverness-based business transfers ownership to its employees

29 October 2024

An Inverness-based business has recently moved to employee ownership.


Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

29 October 2024
Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

Highlander on being the first black man to conquer all the Munros—and how his grief became a catalyst for change

29 October 2024

When David Solomon set off to climb Ben Nevis, he was looking for an escape in the midst of lockdown. Little did he know he would make history.


Sneak peek of what the inside of a new Inverness city centre hotel is going to look like

29 October 2024
Sneak peek of what the inside of a new Inverness city centre hotel is going to look like

Sneak peek of what the inside of a new Inverness city centre hotel is going to look like

29 October 2024

Here’s what the inside of one of the city’s next hotels is set to look like when it finally opens on summer 2026.


TOURIST TAX: Locals worry they will have to pay extra for overnight stays before hospital appointments

28 October 2024
TOURIST TAX: Locals worry they will have to pay extra for overnight stays before hospital appointments

TOURIST TAX: Locals worry they will have to pay extra for overnight stays before hospital appointments

28 October 2024

The public have been reacting to the proposed Visitor Levy that will see people being charged a percentage of their overnight stays in the Highlands.


Work to start on Academy Street next week to remove bollards put up during Covid

28 October 2024
Work to start on Academy Street next week to remove bollards put up during Covid

Work to start on Academy Street next week to remove bollards put up during Covid

28 October 2024

Taking place from Monday, November 4 the bollards will be removed before new road markings are made.


Everything you need to know about bonfire night and fireworks display in Inverness

28 October 2024
Everything you need to know about bonfire night and fireworks display in Inverness

Everything you need to know about bonfire night and fireworks display in Inverness

28 October 2024

Timings, traffic restrictions and entertainment - everything you need to know about bonfire night in Inverness.


Is a Highland tourist tax a good thing or a blow to hospitality?

27 October 2024
Is a Highland tourist tax a good thing or a blow to hospitality?

Is a Highland tourist tax a good thing or a blow to hospitality?

27 October 2024

A Highland hotel proprietor says that the upcoming Visitor Levy is going to be another blow to the hospitality industry.


Remember to vote for your favourite Inverness businesses

26 October 2024
Remember to vote for your favourite Inverness businesses

Remember to vote for your favourite Inverness businesses

26 October 2024

The Inverness City Centre Business Awards are set to take place on November 14 and the shortlist has been revealed.


Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

22 October 2024
Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

Highland Council makes six commitments to address the housing shortage in the region

22 October 2024

Senior members of The Highland Council made six commitments at the Housing Challenge Summit in Aviemore today.


Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

22 October 2024
Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

Housing minister claims he ‘didn’t hear directly’ that Rural Housing Scotland was closing

22 October 2024

The Housing Minister for the Scottish Government has said that he was unaware that Rural Housing Scotland (RHS) was set to close.


HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

22 October 2024
HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

HOUSING CRISIS: Highland Council convener says summit is not a ‘talking shop’ and solutions need to be found

22 October 2024

Over 100 delegates from local and national government and business organisations are present to look at solutions to the current housing challenge.


Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

22 October 2024
Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

Highland housing challenge set to be discussed at summit in Aviemore

22 October 2024

The Highland Council has called a Housing Challenge Summit to find solutions to the current housing emergency.


HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

22 October 2024
HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

HOUSING CRISIS: SSEN Transmission pledges to deliver 400 new homes in Highland

22 October 2024

SSEN Transmission has pledged to support the delivery of more than 400 new homes in the region.


Inverness outdoor retailer set to change hands in early 2025

21 October 2024
Inverness outdoor retailer set to change hands in early 2025

Inverness outdoor retailer set to change hands in early 2025

21 October 2024

The Inverness' Blacks store, on Academy Street, will be converted to a GO Outdoors Express store in January 2025.


Storm Ashley causes cancellations to ScotRail services between Inverness and Kyle of Lochalsh

21 October 2024
Storm Ashley causes cancellations to ScotRail services between Inverness and Kyle of Lochalsh

Storm Ashley causes cancellations to ScotRail services between Inverness and Kyle of Lochalsh

21 October 2024

The 8.55am train from Inverness to Kyle has been cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions.


50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

20 October 2024
50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

20 October 2024

A 50th anniversary reunion is being planned for former pupils of the Midmills Building of Inverness Royal Academy.


50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

20 October 2024
50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

50th anniversary reunion planned for former pupils of Inverness Royal Academy

20 October 2024

A 50th anniversary reunion is being planned for former pupils of the Midmills Building of Inverness Royal Academy.


SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

20 October 2024
SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

SSEN Transmission to host webinar on changes to the electricity grid in the north of Scotland

20 October 2024

A webinar will be held to outline the differences behind technology options which will transform the electricity in grid in the north of Scotland.


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