Highland Conservatives set out a “common sense” budget plan Tuesday, 3 March, 2026 Highland Conservatives set out a “common sense” budget plan focused on lower tax, stronger services and support for families and businesses. Highland Council’s Conservative & Unionist Group has published its 2026/27 budget amendment ahead of Thursday’s full Council meeting, setting out what it describes as a responsible and deliverable plan to strengthen frontline services, support working... Local News
Spare a thought for stranded islanders says MSP and councillor 21st February 2020 Two Highlands and Islands politicians have asked frustrated Central Belt commuters to spare a thought for their island constituents - some of whom have had to... Local News
MSP presses for emergency meeting with Health Secretary after raising serious concerns about failings with NHS Highland’s staff complaints process 20th February 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP, Edward Mountain, today called upon NHS Highland to take a more ‘personal and compassionate approach’ with staff who are struggling... Local News
Press Comment on report on CalMac ferry cancellations 19th February 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron commented: “The report that mechanical breakdowns of CalMac ferries were up by a third last year will come as no... Local News
Edward Mountain MSP presses Justice Secretary to commit funding to new Inverness Prison 16th February 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP, Edward Mountain, met with the Cabinet Secretary for Justice on Wednesday 5 February 2020 as part of his campaign to ensure a new... Local News
Highlands and Islands Enterprise Funding Cut by the SNP 6th February 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has reacted angrily to the announcement in today’s budget that Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is to see its... Local News
A9 Dualling project at risk over dispute on cycleway plans between Aviemore and Carrbridge, as Edward Mountain MSP calls for ‘common sense’ to prevail 6th February 2020 Cairngorms National Park Authority, Highland Council and three community councils have submitted objections to the dualling of the A9 if a cycleway is not... Local News
Comment from Donald Cameron MSP on ferry scandal 5th February 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron said: “I am extremely worried about the impact this ongoing ferry fiasco is having on the people and businesses who are... Local News
First Minister snubs MSP’s request to meet with NHS Highland staff and patients following turbulent week at health board 31st January 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP, Edward Mountain today requested that the First Minister visit NHS Highland to meet with doctors, nurses and patients who are feeling... Local News
Comment from Donald Cameron – Holyrood debates on flags and independence 29th January 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has responded to the decision of Nicola Sturgeon to spend yet more time at Holyrood debating a second independence... Holyrood News
Mel Stride responds to Rachel Reeves's spending review 11th June 2025 Rachel Reeves's delivered Labour’s first Spending Review. With a torrent of promises and self-congratulations. But not the truth. National News
Labour U-turn on Winter Fuel Payments 9th June 2025 After Conservative pressure, Labour finally reinstitute Winter Fuel Payments for 9 million pensioners National News
Kemi Badenoch exposes the laws and treaties holding Britain back 6th June 2025 Watch Kemi Badenoch deliver a keynote speech on the international treaties which are holding Britain back. National News
Mel Stride delivers speech on Conservative Economic Vision 5th June 2025 Watch as the Shadow Chancellor sets out the economic principles that will guide us in the future. National News
The Truth: Why Keir Starmer is giving up the Chagos Islands 3rd June 2025 Keir Starmer accuses critics of his Chagos Surrender deal of siding with Russia and China, but here's the truth. National News
Conservative unveil plan to take back control of our prisons 1st June 2025 Unless Labour act fast, more prison officers lives will be put at serious risk. National News
