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First Minister talks of 'bond of understanding' between government and the public

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said polling showed widespread agreement with the approach of a gradual lifting of coronavirus restrictions.

Fears that bullying is still rife at NHS Highland after more than 300 staff claim they were harassed

Fears that bullying is still rife at NHS Highland after more than 300 staff claim they were harassed

The review into practices in Argyll and Bute found 68 per cent of staff reported bullying.

Billions to be invested in roads and railways during coronavirus lockdown

Billions to be invested in roads and railways during coronavirus lockdown

Transport minister Grant Shapps has said £2 billion is to be invested in transport infrastructure.

First Minister talks testing amid mounting concern over care home infection rates

First Minister talks testing amid mounting concern over care home infection rates

The First Minister has detailed the range of people eligible for testing as concerns grow about Covid-19 situation in care homes.

NHS Highland steps-in to help Skye care home at the centre of a major Covid-19 outbreak that has so far claimed the lives of seven people

NHS Highland steps-in to help Skye care home at the centre of a major Covid-19 outbreak that has so far claimed the lives of seven people

The health board will deploy social care management, nursing leadership and direct care to the stricken care home

Scotland's weekly Covid-19 death toll falls again

Scotland's weekly Covid-19 death toll falls again

The latest Covid-19 numbers for Scotland show “further perhaps sustained signs of hope” according to First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

Number of coronavirus deaths in NHS Highland area reaches 97 – up nine in a week

Number of coronavirus deaths in NHS Highland area reaches 97 – up nine in a week

A total of 97 people have now died in the NHS Highland area from either confirmed or suspected Covid-19 – up from 88 a week ago.

One year on: Healing important for victims of bullying at NHS Highland

One year on: Healing important for victims of bullying at NHS Highland

A year after the publication of the Sturrock Review into bullying and harassment at NHS Highland the health board is taking steps to reform.

UK government tries again to clarify the implications of its newly announced lockdown

UK government tries again to clarify the implications of its newly announced lockdown

Business secretary Alok Sharma says 'staying alert means staying at home for the vast majority of people'

Scottish Government and businesses working on guidance to ensure safety when people return to work

Scottish Government and businesses working on guidance to ensure safety when people return to work

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has reinforced the Scottish Government’s message that people should not be routinely returning to work here yet.

Chancellor announces he will continue the job furlough scheme until October

Chancellor announces he will continue the job furlough scheme until October

Rishi Sunak said it will continue on the same payment terms of 80 per cent of salaries to a maximum of £2500 a month

Highlands and Islands Enterprise gets a new chairman

Highlands and Islands Enterprise gets a new chairman

Alistair Dodds is a former Highland Council chief executive

Don’t keep us in the dark

Don’t keep us in the dark

HIGHLAND Council has come under fire for using the Covid-19 crisis to shut out the public and make decisions behind closed doors.

'Spread the word: Highlands are not yet open for visitors'

'Spread the word: Highlands are not yet open for visitors'

Boris Johnson said people could 'drive to other destinations' while easing measures south of the border.

First Minister reiterates moves to ease lockdown in England do not apply in Scotland 'yet'

First Minister reiterates moves to ease lockdown in England do not apply in Scotland 'yet'

Scotland’s First Minister has stressed that the easing of the lockdown in England does not apply north of the border as yet.

Prime Minister announces relaxation of England's lockdown

Prime Minister announces relaxation of England's lockdown

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced an easing of the lockdown in England, allowing more travel and a possible return to work for many.

Exercise more than once a day to be allowed from Monday

Exercise more than once a day to be allowed from Monday