Sumburgh air traffic control could be replaced with ‘centralised surveillance’
A review has been announced which could see Sumburgh air traffic control operations replaced by a centrally-controlled system.
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Mixed response to Scottish government U-turn on HIE
The Scottish government has backed down from its controversial plans to scrap the Highlands and Islands Enterprise board, following months of political arguments about the…
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Scott and McArthur welcome progress on forensic services
Shetland MSP Tavish Scott and his Orkney counterpart Liam McArthur have welcomed the Scottish government’s commitment to providing forensic testing services for victims of sexual
READ FULL STORYMSP to meet Justice Secretary following forensic evidence concerns over sexual assaults
Politicians are preparing for a meeting to discuss forensic facilities for survivors of rape and sexual assault. Isles MSP Tavish Scott will hold talks with…
READ FULL STORYCrerar report slammed as an end to Highlands and Islands decision-making
New findings by the chairman of HIE into the agency’s future governance has faced criticism by politicians amid ongoing fears over centralisation. Lorne Crerar’s report…
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Assurances sought for cheaper Northern Isles ferry fares
Assurances have been sought from Scottish transport minister Humza Yousaf that ferry fares on lifeline services to and from the isles will be cut. Highlands…
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Scottish government refuses to walk away from HIE plans
The Scottish government is not walking away from its controversial proposals to ditch the HIE board, despite receiving a bloody nose from opposition parties at…
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Isles politicians welcome Scottish government defeat over HIE proposals
The wheels came off Scottish government’s controversial plans to scrap the Highlands and Islands Enterprise board following a heavy Holyrood defeat. Members of all opposition…
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Fishing industry must not be political pawn, says Scott
Following the Prime Minister’s speech on Tuesday on leaving the EU, Shetland MSP Tavish Scott has pushed the Scottish fishing minister to ensure that local…
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MSP Tavish Scott meets chief fire officer over fire control room blunders
Reassurances have been made that a series of operational blunders highlighted since the opening of the fire service control centre in Dundee will not be…
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Questions raised over burden facing head teachers
The possible threat of an additional strain being placed on head teachers has been raised in the Scottish Parliament. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has faced…
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Northern Isles MSPs demand ferry fare reduction
Shetland MSP Tavish Scott and his Orkney colleague Liam McArthur have called on Scottish ministers to use a £12 million increase in the ferry budget
READ FULL STORYSchool chiefs fear regional boards will heap on the pressure
A bureaucratic burden could be placed on education officials as the Scottish government carries out a review of its governance procedures in education, Hayfield officials…
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Fears expressed over HIE centralisation ‘through the back door’
MSPs are still waiting for answers from the Scottish government over fears that a new nationwide board to co-ordinate Highlands and Islands Enterprise and Scottish
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