A tsunami of cheap electric vehicles from China could lead to a nightmarish de-industrialisation in Europe. Dr Peter Tom Jones, a well known climate author, is convinced that Europe has to take the full value chain back in its own hands, from mine to electric vehicle.
George Monbiot writing in he Guardian - The focus on growth to ease the UK's economic ills will not be nearly enough, but there is a way to raise the sums needed. ever let your opponents define the terms of a debate.
Larry Elliot writing in the Guardian - Families cannot afford to wait until UK government says there is money to spare to make such a decision. The first real test of Labour's hardline approach to public spending has surfaced within a week of the party taking office - and it is a big one.
The Highland Alcohol and Drugs Partnership is encouraging people to download an app which aims to help reduce drug-related harm in Highland. The Highland Overdose Prevention and Engagement (HOPE) app has been downloaded by over 1,300 people since it was launched three years ago.
Achmelvich beach made the latest Times listing of the top beaches in the UK. Achmelvich beach, near Lochinver is just one of many superb beaches in the north and many did not make the list.
The action taken by the Council's roads teams across the Highlands in response to the impact of storms has been recognised. The team were delighted to win the Team of the Year at the recent Highland Council Staff Recognition Awards.
The Highland Council's Early Learning & Childcare (North) Consultation is now live, and we want to hear from those living in the Lairg, Dornoch, Golspie, Farr, Scourie, Durness, Kinlochbervie, Tongue, Wick and Thurso area. The survey is open until Wednesday 31 July 2024.
British Ambassador Hamish Cowell hosted a Business and Trade reception to celebrate record-breaking bilateral trade figures between the UK and Lebanon. In 2023, bilateral trade figures between the UK and Lebanon passed the £1bn mark for the first time ever, reaching a record high of £1.1 billion, an increase on over 45% on 2022.
The average closed easy access account rate has been lower than the live equivalent over the past two years. Moneyfactscompare.co.uk analysis reveals how savers are being short-changed as Consumer Duty rules on closed products and services come into play this month.
The Government will use its mandate for change to put economic growth at the heart of its legislative agenda as it prepares for The King's Speech at the State Opening of Parliament on Wednesday 17 July. New laws will prioritise growth, the Government's overarching mission for the year ahead.
What has been the impact of universal credit on incomes and work incentives?. The introduction of universal credit (UC) has been the most significant reform to the working-age benefits system since the reforms following the post-war Beveridge Report.
Lord Chancellor Shabana Mahmood has set out how the government will stop the impending collapse of the criminal justice system. Plan to tackle the prison capacity crisis announced at a speech in HMP Five Wells Immediate action necessary to prevent paralysis in the criminal justice system More probation officers and ten-year capacity strategy to better protect public "Our prisons are on the point of collapse", new Lord Chancellor Shabana Mahmood said today (Friday 12 July) as she set out how the government will stop the impending collapse of the criminal justice system.
Car boot Sale with Cake & Craft Stalls. Own Gazebo's welcome..
KWK9 Rescue 2024 Summer Dog Show Our dog show will be taking place this year on Saturday 17th August at Wick Assembly Rooms. This year we are trialling it a bit different and focusing on the dogs at the show.
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ðJoin us at Scrabster Beach ð Wednesday 14th August â°11am - 3pm Book now to join some summer FUN ð ð°Sandcastles ð¨Face Painting ðCrafts ð°Bouncy Castle We have transport available too ð Booking is essential for all of our activities, to secure your place please email: [email protected] ð £5 deposit per family, refundable on arrival ð Bookings open for Home-Start Supported Families and Group Members âºï¸.
Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham in Concert â Wick Assembly Rooms, Saturday 3rd August 2024 Join us for a night of music and laughter like no other as Aly & Phil take to the stage to entertain you once again. Together, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music.
This year the 136th Orkney County Show will be held on Saturday 10th August 2024 at the Bignold Park, Kirkwall. Showcasing high quality livestock with sections in cattle, sheep, horses, goats, poultry and dogs as well as action packed entertainment, there really is something for everyone, of all ages.
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This is an UPDATE which now includes details of a location open tomorrow for set periods in Lairg. Please see text below marked in red If you have still to receive or return your postal vote for the Highland constituencies of Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross; or Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire please note the following advice.
1st - 13th July 2024 See poster. The storytelling events are live on the website - book your free space at one of the sessions.
Swifts feed on small flying insects, capturing them mid-flight. These insects accumulate in a specialised pouch located at the back of the swift's throat, where they are bound together by saliva, forming a pellet or bolus.
Hairy-foot, long-tongue - Solitary bees, biodiversity & evolution in your backyard' by David J. Perkins.
Time is running out to apply for free voter ID ahead of the UK general election. The deadline is 5pm Wednesday 26 June.
Clean Air Day is the UK's largest campaign dedicated to raising awareness on air pollution and the focus this year is on educating the public about air quality and encouraging active travel and alternative transport options. To celebrate the day, the Council's Environmental Health Team are organising an event at Falcon Square, Inverness which will be a good opportunity to raise awareness on air pollution and share knowledge on sustainable travel options.
The Highland Council have awarded the Naver Bridge replacement contract to Wills Bros Civil Engineering Ltd with set-up works commencing soon after 1 August 2024. The project is required to replace the aged single track wrought iron plate girder bridge over the River Naver South of Bettyhill.
Organisations are invited to apply for funding towards projects addressing issues affecting Highland rural communities. This round of Community Regeneration Funding (CRF) of over £800k will be financed from the Community Led Local Development fund (CLLD), a competitive Highland-wide funding programme for rural areas.
An evening of style, sparkle & shopping. Wine & dine then sample the quality of local craftsmanship.
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