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MSPs slam Highland Council changes to school access they say ‘undermines the democratic process’

MSPs slam Highland Council changes to school access they say ‘undermines the democratic process’

MSPs slam Highland Council changes to school access they say ‘undermines the democratic process’

Politicians must now get permission from the education boss to visit schools which they say impedes their ‘ability to represent our constituents’


Highland Council officials accused of ‘an assault’ on elected representatives roles over school access

Highland Council officials accused of ‘an assault’ on elected representatives roles over school access

Highland Council officials accused of ‘an assault’ on elected representatives roles over school access

Top officials say that councillors, MSPs and MPS must get permission from education bosses before visiting schools.


NICKY MARR: Academic achievement isn’t the be-all and end-all

NICKY MARR: Academic achievement isn’t the be-all and end-all

NICKY MARR: Academic achievement isn’t the be-all and end-all

Comparing secondaries in different parts of the country purely on the Higher results of their cleverest kids tells us nothing new, says our columnist.


Lyth Arts Centre immersive show influenced by Scottish crime novels

Lyth Arts Centre immersive show influenced by Scottish crime novels

Lyth Arts Centre immersive show influenced by Scottish crime novels

Lyth Arts Centre announces the launch of Inspired by Books – a ‘new and exciting’ visual exhibition by local artist Katie Squires.


Maree Todd praises the ‘compassionate team’ at Caithness Klics for supporting young carers

Maree Todd praises the ‘compassionate team’ at Caithness Klics for supporting young carers

Maree Todd praises the ‘compassionate team’ at Caithness Klics for supporting young carers

Maree Todd MSP has praised Caithness KLICs charity in Wick for its invaluable support to young carers in the community.


Castletown kids clear winners at school quiz competition

Castletown kids clear winners at school quiz competition

Castletown kids clear winners at school quiz competition

An audience of parents, grandparents and friends were treated to a primary school quiz competition in Thurso West Church on Wednesday, March 27.


EDWARD MOUNTAIN: MSPs ‘not welcome’ to inspect the Highland’s dilapidated schools

EDWARD MOUNTAIN: MSPs ‘not welcome’ to inspect the Highland’s dilapidated schools

EDWARD MOUNTAIN: MSPs ‘not welcome’ to inspect the Highland’s dilapidated schools

He says it is ‘crucial’ schools ‘are not granted an exemption when it comes to political scrutiny.’


Pupils at Noss Primary show their skills at talent show

Pupils at Noss Primary show their skills at talent show

Pupils at Noss Primary show their skills at talent show

Pupils at Noss Primary in Wick performed at the school’s annual talent competition, Noss’ Got Talent, on Wednesday.


Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

Creative Caithness pupils launch new ‘tap up at the top’ in John O’Groats

Creative pupils at Canisbay Primary helped Scottish Water officially launch a new free water refill tap at John O’Groats.


Young and old get together for fun events in Wick

Young and old get together for fun events in Wick

Young and old get together for fun events in Wick

Children in Wick have been meeting the town’s elderly residents thanks to an intergenerational initiative.


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