Highland Council

They say the budget has 'no real substance' and question if it 'will in fact cover the financial gap.'

Plans for a new tattoo parlour in Inverness have been approved by Highland Council.

The MSP warns that 'it is practically impossible' for Highland homes to meet proposed energy performance standard.

A woman working to make sure Highland homes are being put to the best use is in the running for a national award in recognition of her achievements.

The EIS found staff 'have sustained physical injuries' while many considered leaving the profession altogether.

Transformation of Inverness Castle into a world-class visitor attraction is continuing apace, according to one of the project's leading lights.

But there is little detail of what cost reduction, income generation, redesign and efficiency means for services.

It comes as the notice of election is published after the resignation of LibDem councillor Colin Aitken.

From taxes to roads to fees, we take you through some of the main points of the £602 million budget.

Raymond Bremner says an extra £60 million would go ‘some way towards us being able to invest in important capital projects.’

Highland Council is investigating dozens of land owners and developers in the Inverness area for breaching planning rules, without sharing details.

The timetable for the election of a councillor to represent a vacant Highland Council seat in the Inverness South ward has been confirmed.

But alongside potentially unwelcome proposals there are ambitions plans in the budget like developing a 'sustainable' bus service.

Focus on attainment was lost as councillors defend officials over a 'judgmental' education report critical of primary school staff.

The "mindless" dumping of more than 300 tyres in Loch Ness only adds to Highland Council's financial pressures, a councillor has said.

Council leader Raymond Bremner said: 'It has been our priority to protect jobs and services wherever possible.'

Movie star Russell Crowe confirms he's bringing his band to Inverness this summer in time for Highland Games in July.

A "staffing emergency" at Highland Council led to the cancellation of sporting activities for dozens of Inverness youngsters at the weekend.

The importance of strengthening links between the Highlands and European communities linked by the North Sea has been highlighted during talks.

But there is little information on roads spending as the £602.5 million budget seeks to plug a £65 million blackhole.