Raising fees to rent venues like halls, pitches and school halls sparks domino effect impacting many groups and organisations
Scottish Solicitors Bar Association says it is 'an alarming development that we can see absolutely no justification for.'
They argue 'only elected members of the council with a mandate from the electorate should have a vote on the education committee.'
The gathering will take place on Saturday with a range of Highland issues set to be discussed
The Marine Conservation Society, Ash Scotland and Keep Scotland Beautiful want 'the manufacture and sale' banned in Scotland.
Funding is a major issue as the health board and council face estimated deficits of £192 million over the next two years
The Highlands and Islands MSP will be running the touchline as the Staggies hope to capitalise on their win against Livingston.
LibDem councillors say similar measures last year prevented waste being 'abandoned in some of the most scenic parts of the Highlands.'
It comes as councillors fear the cost of hiring facilities in the north are 'threatening the very existence' of voluntary organisations.
A number of sports programmes have already moved but others may have to fold
Councillor Ken Gowans says the charity will get at least £60,000 in funding
Lord Uist warned that Justice Secretary Angela Constance’s proposals constituted a 'serious attack upon the independence of the judiciary'
Arguing the case for the illuminations is Edward Mountain while Emma Roddick makes the case against
Councillors are to assign a new strategic roads fund aimed at targetting the worst routes in the north.
He slams Highly Protected Marine Areas as a 'notice of execution' on fishing communities and 'an incredible act of provocation'
Councillor Ken Gowans says 'it’s vital that the council ensures that it is securing appropriate and proportionate costs.'
The council says 'our results over the last 11 years show a significant deterioration' which is a 'long term trend'
The move sparked anger from some who felt the illuminations were a waste of money
Sumitomo Electric Industries 44m high plant would cover 48,000 m2 and be the largest on the Cromarty Firth.
High Life Highland says it will allow parent and child swimming lessons at the quietest times
