Highland Council aiming to shore up public policy with a hugely ambitious plan dubbed the Future Highlands Strategy as the local authority eyes up cementing partnerships across the region

Highland Council has agreed an ambitious proposal that could have a major impact in shaping public policy for years to come.

Dubbed the Future Highlands Strategy the plan will see the council collaborate with other statutory agencies like NHS Highland, the University of the Highland and Islands among others.

The overarching plans aim to capitalise on the “unique opportunities and natural assets available in the Highlands” across five themes.

They are: green energy, reform of care services, nurturing a skilled and healthy workforce, developing thriving communities and improved connectivity; and a shared financial and asset strategy maximising efficiency and growth.

Council leader Margaret Davidson said: “Highland is a region rich in potential and renewable resources. The vision set out today will hopefully bring a new bright future for Highland.

“A coordinated and innovative approach between all public and private sectors will maximise the benefits, including the regeneration and sustainability of communities.”

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