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⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1207 Loch Coire nan Cnamh, Kinloch Hourn
The above closure will come into effect from 09:00 on the 10th of January 2026 and will remain in place until 17:00hrs on 11th January 2026.
The closure will be in effect from 09:00hrs to 17:00hrs daily and will remain open to
🚧 U1207 Loch Coire nan Cnamh, Kinloch Hourn
The above closure will come into effect from 09:00 on the 10th of January 2026 and will remain in place until 17:00hrs on 11th January 2026.
The closure will be in effect from 09:00hrs to 17:00hrs daily and will remain open to
December 22, 2025 at 4:21 PM
⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1207 Loch Coire nan Cnamh, Kinloch Hourn
The above closure will come into effect from 09:00 on the 10th of January 2026 and will remain in place until 17:00hrs on 11th January 2026.
The closure will be in effect from 09:00hrs to 17:00hrs daily and will remain open to
🚧 U1207 Loch Coire nan Cnamh, Kinloch Hourn
The above closure will come into effect from 09:00 on the 10th of January 2026 and will remain in place until 17:00hrs on 11th January 2026.
The closure will be in effect from 09:00hrs to 17:00hrs daily and will remain open to
⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1316 Monument Hill, # Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 9th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 12th January 2026. The closure will be in effect from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
🚧 U1316 Monument Hill, # Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 9th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 12th January 2026. The closure will be in effect from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
December 22, 2025 at 4:18 PM
⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1316 Monument Hill, # Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 9th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 12th January 2026. The closure will be in effect from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
🚧 U1316 Monument Hill, # Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 9th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 12th January 2026. The closure will be in effect from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1316 Torr-na-Faire, #Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 6th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 8th January 2026. The closure will be in place from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
🚧 U1316 Torr-na-Faire, #Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 6th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 8th January 2026. The closure will be in place from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
December 22, 2025 at 4:14 PM
⛔ Temporary Road Closure ⛔
🚧 U1316 Torr-na-Faire, #Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 6th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 8th January 2026. The closure will be in place from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
🚧 U1316 Torr-na-Faire, #Lochaline
The above closure will come into effect, dependent on weather conditions, from 6th January 2026 and will remain in effect until 8th January 2026. The closure will be in place from 09:00-17:00 daily with the road open to traffic outside
We're delighted that Bus Users UK have presented us with the 2025 Catch the Bus Month Local Authority Engagement Award. Our campaign promoted the benefits of bus travel & encouraged more people to get on board.
More here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#CTBM25
More here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#CTBM25
December 22, 2025 at 3:43 PM
We're delighted that Bus Users UK have presented us with the 2025 Catch the Bus Month Local Authority Engagement Award. Our campaign promoted the benefits of bus travel & encouraged more people to get on board.
More here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#CTBM25
More here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#CTBM25
The re-introduction of a short break service for children and young people in Inverness was welcomed by the Chair of Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Committee, Cllr David Fraser on a visit to The Orchard.
More here 👉 www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
More here 👉 www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
December 22, 2025 at 12:40 PM
The re-introduction of a short break service for children and young people in Inverness was welcomed by the Chair of Health, Social Care and Wellbeing Committee, Cllr David Fraser on a visit to The Orchard.
More here 👉 www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
More here 👉 www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
How can we save money – could we do more in-house or should we out-source work to save money?
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/tZB4a7n
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/Q0fjSve
The budget consultation closes on 5 January 2026.
#budget26
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/tZB4a7n
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/Q0fjSve
The budget consultation closes on 5 January 2026.
#budget26
December 19, 2025 at 2:04 PM
How can we save money – could we do more in-house or should we out-source work to save money?
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/tZB4a7n
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/Q0fjSve
The budget consultation closes on 5 January 2026.
#budget26
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/tZB4a7n
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/Q0fjSve
The budget consultation closes on 5 January 2026.
#budget26
Still time to have your say on Thurso’s future
If you missed the recent public consultation events on £100m investment in education & community facilities in #Thurso, there’s still time to give your views.
Read more and take part here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
If you missed the recent public consultation events on £100m investment in education & community facilities in #Thurso, there’s still time to give your views.
Read more and take part here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
December 19, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Still time to have your say on Thurso’s future
If you missed the recent public consultation events on £100m investment in education & community facilities in #Thurso, there’s still time to give your views.
Read more and take part here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
If you missed the recent public consultation events on £100m investment in education & community facilities in #Thurso, there’s still time to give your views.
Read more and take part here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
Have your say on council tax reform 📣
The Scottish Government has commissioned a series of public engagement workshops to explore options for council tax reform.
The Scottish Government has commissioned a series of public engagement workshops to explore options for council tax reform.
December 19, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Have your say on council tax reform 📣
The Scottish Government has commissioned a series of public engagement workshops to explore options for council tax reform.
The Scottish Government has commissioned a series of public engagement workshops to explore options for council tax reform.
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for households and businesses, leading to a significant increase in waste. We're encouraging everyone to take simple steps to reduce waste and recycle responsibly this festive season.
Find out more: buff.ly/o5snn8o
Find out more: buff.ly/o5snn8o
December 18, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for households and businesses, leading to a significant increase in waste. We're encouraging everyone to take simple steps to reduce waste and recycle responsibly this festive season.
Find out more: buff.ly/o5snn8o
Find out more: buff.ly/o5snn8o
The U1572 Glenconvinth Road will be closed between 9:30am and 4pm on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th December 2025 to enable arboriculture works to safely proceed.
The closure is required at short notice following recent storm damage.
The closure is required at short notice following recent storm damage.
December 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
The U1572 Glenconvinth Road will be closed between 9:30am and 4pm on Thursday 18th and Friday 19th December 2025 to enable arboriculture works to safely proceed.
The closure is required at short notice following recent storm damage.
The closure is required at short notice following recent storm damage.
🎄 REMINDER: The Highland Council's service arrangements will change over the festive period 🎄
Full details on the changes are available here:
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#highland #christmas #newyear2026
📸 Image by Claire Weaver.
Full details on the changes are available here:
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#highland #christmas #newyear2026
📸 Image by Claire Weaver.
December 17, 2025 at 1:48 PM
🎄 REMINDER: The Highland Council's service arrangements will change over the festive period 🎄
Full details on the changes are available here:
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#highland #christmas #newyear2026
📸 Image by Claire Weaver.
Full details on the changes are available here:
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
#highland #christmas #newyear2026
📸 Image by Claire Weaver.
What services do you want to be able to access locally?
What services matter most to you?
💬 Post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/CIPknKV
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/V33qOoR
The Highland Council budget consultation closes 5 January 2026.
#budget26
What services matter most to you?
💬 Post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/CIPknKV
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/V33qOoR
The Highland Council budget consultation closes 5 January 2026.
#budget26
December 16, 2025 at 10:02 AM
What services do you want to be able to access locally?
What services matter most to you?
💬 Post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/CIPknKV
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/V33qOoR
The Highland Council budget consultation closes 5 January 2026.
#budget26
What services matter most to you?
💬 Post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/CIPknKV
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/V33qOoR
The Highland Council budget consultation closes 5 January 2026.
#budget26
⛔ Temporary road closure ⛔
🚧 U4261 Rossness Road #Invergordon
📅 0800 on Monday 5th January 2026 until 1700 on Friday 16th January 2026,
For new gas connection, the closure will be in place at the U4261 Rossness Road Invergordon, commencing from its junction to the B817 Evanton-Alness-Kildary Road
🚧 U4261 Rossness Road #Invergordon
📅 0800 on Monday 5th January 2026 until 1700 on Friday 16th January 2026,
For new gas connection, the closure will be in place at the U4261 Rossness Road Invergordon, commencing from its junction to the B817 Evanton-Alness-Kildary Road
December 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM
⛔ Temporary road closure ⛔
🚧 U4261 Rossness Road #Invergordon
📅 0800 on Monday 5th January 2026 until 1700 on Friday 16th January 2026,
For new gas connection, the closure will be in place at the U4261 Rossness Road Invergordon, commencing from its junction to the B817 Evanton-Alness-Kildary Road
🚧 U4261 Rossness Road #Invergordon
📅 0800 on Monday 5th January 2026 until 1700 on Friday 16th January 2026,
For new gas connection, the closure will be in place at the U4261 Rossness Road Invergordon, commencing from its junction to the B817 Evanton-Alness-Kildary Road
⚠️ UPDATED Met Office Yellow Weather Warning
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, 11.59pm
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, 11.59pm
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
December 13, 2025 at 1:45 PM
⚠️ UPDATED Met Office Yellow Weather Warning
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, 11.59pm
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, 11.59pm
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
⚠️ Met Office Yellow Weather Warning
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, midday
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, midday
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
December 12, 2025 at 8:49 PM
⚠️ Met Office Yellow Weather Warning
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, midday
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
🌧️ Heavy Rain
📆 Sat 13 Dec, midday to Sun 14 Dec, midday
Periods of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and some flooding.
Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning
Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
Obrachadh Com-pàirteach gus cothroman Gàidhlig a mheudachadh - Partnership working to boost Gaelic opportunities.
Today Highland Council’s Gaelic Committee heard progress reports on some key projects. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig
Read more here 👇
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
Today Highland Council’s Gaelic Committee heard progress reports on some key projects. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig
Read more here 👇
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
December 12, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Obrachadh Com-pàirteach gus cothroman Gàidhlig a mheudachadh - Partnership working to boost Gaelic opportunities.
Today Highland Council’s Gaelic Committee heard progress reports on some key projects. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig
Read more here 👇
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
Today Highland Council’s Gaelic Committee heard progress reports on some key projects. #Gaelic #Gàidhlig
Read more here 👇
www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
How do you feel about car park charges in Highland? We’re looking for ideas on how we can generate more income.
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/J9erIlL
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/QIL2Gsk
#budget26
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/J9erIlL
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/QIL2Gsk
#budget26
December 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
How do you feel about car park charges in Highland? We’re looking for ideas on how we can generate more income.
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/J9erIlL
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/QIL2Gsk
#budget26
💬 Have your say – post your ideas on our discussion board - buff.ly/J9erIlL
📝 Complete our budget survey - buff.ly/QIL2Gsk
#budget26
The by-election to elect a councillor to represent Ward 21 Fort William and Ardnamurchan on The Highland Council has been won by Matthew Prosser, Scottish Liberal Democrats
Read more here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
Read more here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
December 12, 2025 at 11:44 AM
The by-election to elect a councillor to represent Ward 21 Fort William and Ardnamurchan on The Highland Council has been won by Matthew Prosser, Scottish Liberal Democrats
Read more here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
Read more here - www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...
🎉 Good news Friday!
In November Highland Councillors approved £30,000 to help safeguard Radio Wester Ross. Now, one of the station's most popular young presenters, Joshua Taylor, has made the final of an international contest to unearth new radio talent...
In November Highland Councillors approved £30,000 to help safeguard Radio Wester Ross. Now, one of the station's most popular young presenters, Joshua Taylor, has made the final of an international contest to unearth new radio talent...
December 12, 2025 at 11:27 AM
🎉 Good news Friday!
In November Highland Councillors approved £30,000 to help safeguard Radio Wester Ross. Now, one of the station's most popular young presenters, Joshua Taylor, has made the final of an international contest to unearth new radio talent...
In November Highland Councillors approved £30,000 to help safeguard Radio Wester Ross. Now, one of the station's most popular young presenters, Joshua Taylor, has made the final of an international contest to unearth new radio talent...
December 12, 2025 at 11:25 AM
#Ward21byelection The final adjudication process is under way with Returning Officer Allan Gunn
December 12, 2025 at 10:56 AM
#Ward21byelection The final adjudication process is under way with Returning Officer Allan Gunn
Thank you to the pupils from @LochaberHigh who volunteered to help at the #Ward21byelection. They did a great job opening all the ballot boxes & are staying to watch the rest of the count process.
December 12, 2025 at 10:41 AM
Thank you to the pupils from @LochaberHigh who volunteered to help at the #Ward21byelection. They did a great job opening all the ballot boxes & are staying to watch the rest of the count process.
December 12, 2025 at 10:37 AM
#Ward21byelection – The scanning of ballot papers is still underway as is the first round of adjudication.
December 12, 2025 at 10:27 AM
#Ward21byelection – The scanning of ballot papers is still underway as is the first round of adjudication.
#Ward21byelection – The scanning of ballot papers is underway
December 12, 2025 at 10:21 AM
#Ward21byelection – The scanning of ballot papers is underway