# community council (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover community council. Page: Feed: --- ## [‘We are dismayed by the unnecessary haste of today’s decision’ - Tourism bosses have mixed feelings over visitor levy](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/we-are-dismayed-by-the-unnecessary-haste-of-today-s-decisio-443356/) _2026-08-25 · olivia.andrews@hnmedia.co.uk (Olivia Andrews, Local Democracy Reporter) · Northern Times News_ The council voted to proceed to a 12-week public consultation on the draft visitor levy. ## [HIE acquire assets of liquidated spaceport company](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/hie-acquire-assets-of-liquidated-spaceport-company-443351/) _2026-08-25 · ramsay.banks@hnmedia.co.uk (Ramsay Banks) · Northern Times News_ The company was liquidated in June and HIE have made their move. ## [Kinlochbervie Community Council refutes wind farm claims](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/kinlochbervie-community-council-refutes-wind-farm-claims-443344/) _2026-08-25 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Council rejects transparency criticism. ## [Visitor levy proposals passed to go to consultation](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/visitor-levy-proposals-passed-to-go-to-consultation-443290/) _2026-08-25 · olivia.andrews@hnmedia.co.uk (Olivia Andrews, Local Democracy Reporter) · Northern Times News_ The draft policy will now go to a 12-week public consultation. ## [Caithness firm providing specialist lifting role for Lairg II components](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/caithness-firm-providing-specialist-lifting-role-for-lairg-i-443284/) _2026-08-25 · alan.hendry@hnmedia.co.uk (Alan Hendry) · Northern Times News_ A Wick business is underlining its ability to deliver projects for the renewable energy sector by handling components at the Port of Cromarty Firth. ## ["Not no, but not now" - hotel group on visitor levy proposals](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/not-no-but-not-now-hotel-group-on-visitor-levy-proposal-443269/) _2026-08-25 · olivia.andrews@hnmedia.co.uk (Olivia Andrews, Local Democracy Reporter) · Northern Times News_ Hotel owners have urged Highland Council to press pause on a proposed visitor levy for the region. ## [Missing man who was thought to have travelled to Moray or Highlands is found by police](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/missing-man-who-was-thought-to-have-travelled-to-moray-or-hi-443261/) _2026-08-25 · kyle.ritchie@hnmedia.co.uk (Kyle Ritchie) · Northern Times News_ A missing man who was thought to have travelled to the Moray or Highlands areas has been traced by police. ## [Tain councillor’s delight after funding secured for play parks revamp in town](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/tain-councillor-s-delight-after-funding-secured-for-play-par-443251/) _2026-08-25 · niall.harkiss@hnmedia.co.uk (Niall Harkiss) · Northern Times News_ More than £93,000 is set to be invested in three Tain play parks. ## [Police say missing driver could have travelled towards Moray or Highlands](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/police-say-missing-driver-could-have-travelled-towards-moray-443248/) _2026-08-24 · lewis.mcblane@hnmedia.co.uk (Lewis McBlane) · Northern Times News_ The public have been called on to help find a missing Edinburgh man, who could have travelled to Moray or the Highlands. ## [Call for major changes to Highland Council’s £5 tourist tax plan ahead of crunch meeting](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/call-for-major-changes-to-highland-council-s-5-tourist-tax-443230/) _2026-08-24 · scott.maclennan@hnmedia.co.uk (Scott Maclennan) · Northern Times News_ Others want the plans delayed amid fears it could cost the regional economy around £24.4 million a year. ## [Stop CI/CD & Supply-Chain Attacks (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/x2y9vnv6X2OZ) _2026-08-24 · **Sponsored**_ Per-PR: 17 CI/CD checks and package malware scans with inline Check Run findings. ## [Bonnyrigg Rose sign Hibs youngster Ryan Mallon on loan](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/22/bonnyrigg-rose-sign-hibs-youngster-ryan-mallon-on-loan/) _2026-08-22 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ LOWLAND League side Bonnyrigg Rose have signed Hibs Academy goalkeeper Ryan Mallon on loan until January 2027, subject to SFA approval. The 19-year-old embarks on his first senior loan spell away from the club following an impressive 2025/26 campaign. That saw appearances in the UEFA Youth League and KDM Evolution Trophy alongside a number of impressive displays for the development sides. A… ## [Goalscoring midfielder Jasmine McQuade joins Hibs Women on loan](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/22/goalscoring-midfielder-jasmine-mcquade-joins-hibs-women-on-loan/) _2026-08-22 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ HIBERNIAN FC Women head coach Joelle Murray is excited to announce the signing of Newcastle United midfielder Jasmine McQuade on loan subject to SFA approval and international clearance. The 23-year-old joins Hibs on a season-long loan deal from for the 2026/27 campaign. McQuade played an integral role in the Magpies’ promotion to Women’s Super League 2 in 2024, scoring \[…\] The post Goalscoring… ## [Why Greece Is Still Drawing British Buyers Looking for a European Base After Brexit](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/22/why-greece-is-still-drawing-british-buyers-looking-for-a-european-base-after-brexit/) _2026-08-22 · guest\_deadline · Deadline News_ Brexit changed something many Britons had taken for granted: the ability to decide, with relatively little bureaucracy, that Greece might become home. British citizens can still spend time in Greece as visitors, but living there permanently requires more planning. That has pushed residency higher up the agenda for retirees, investors and families who want a \[…\] The post Why Greece Is Still Drawing… ## [Joelle Murray adds highly rated young keeper to Hibs squad](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/22/joelle-murray-adds-highly-rated-young-keeper-to-hibs-squad/) _2026-08-22 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ HIBERNIAN FC Women head coach Joelle Murray has added a highly regarded goalkeeper to her squad Manchester City youngster Eve Annets has put pen to paper on a season-long loan deal, subject to SFA approval and international clearance. The highly regarded 20-year-old goalkeeper has signed for Hibs on loan for the 2026/27 campaign. Annets joined City from Reading on a four-year \[…\] The post Joelle… ## [Documentary stirs up a record number of entries for Carrbridge’s World Porridge event](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/documentary-stirs-up-a-record-number-of-entries-for-carrbrid-443100/) _2026-08-22 · tom.ramage@hnmedia.co.uk (Tom Ramage) · Northern Times News_ The best are coming from all over the globe to compete for World title ## [Sutherland groups urged to apply for nature restoration funding](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/sutherland-groups-urged-to-apply-for-nature-restoration-fund-443099/) _2026-08-22 · iona.macdonald@hnmedia.co.uk (Iona M.J. MacDonald) · Northern Times News_ Funding is available through the Highland Nature Restoration Fund Community Grants Programme. ## [Delayed start for disruptive Cromarty Bridge roadworks](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/delayed-start-for-disruptive-cromarty-bridge-roadworks-443098/) _2026-08-22 · philip.murray@hnmedia.co.uk (Philip Murray) · Northern Times News_ Resurfacing works on a major Highland bridge will start slightly later than planned, engineers have announced. ## [Highland Council plans partial closure of ‘Hens Run’ in Golspie](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/highland-council-plans-partial-closure-of-hens-run-in-gols-443092/) _2026-08-21 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ The public can view the plans and submit objections. ## [David Gray praises outstanding defensive discipline as Hibs Euro dreams continue](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/david-gray-praises-outstanding-defensive-discipline-as-hibs-euro-dreams-continue/) _2026-08-21 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ IT’S NOW all eyes on Easter Road next week in a winner-takes-all clash, with the prospect of David Gray’s men becoming the Hibs first team to achieve Group Stage European football at stake. Hibs went into the game as underdogs but came away with a well-deserved draw against KAA Gent. But Gray is not getting carried \[…\] The post David Gray praises outstanding defensive discipline as Hibs Euro… ## [Highland childcare services in ‘significant’ debt](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/highland-childcare-services-in-significant-debt-443016/) _2026-08-21 · olivia.andrews@hnmedia.co.uk (Olivia Andrews, Local Democracy Reporter) · Northern Times News_ The discovery was made by an auditor tasked with assessing the financial handing of the council early years childcare serves. ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/IQacOMQ5g0a2) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Scotland can stay ahead of water shortages, expert says](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/scotland-can-stay-ahead-of-water-shortages-expert-says/) _2026-08-21 · Ryan Nixon · Deadline News_ SCOTLAND faces the same water scarcity, pollution and infrastructure issues as England but is better placed to reform water laws for the public good, says a University of Dundee expert. Drought and wildfires have dominated headlines over the summer while the environmental and financial scandals surrounding water companies in England have also made for major \[…\] The post Scotland can stay ahead of… ## [Larbert AI Data Centre site was previously dropped from study over power and hazard concerns](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/larbert-ai-data-centre-site-was-previously-dropped-from-study-over-power-and-hazard-concerns/) _2026-08-21 · Iona Craig · Deadline News_ THE area earmarked for a massive new AI data centre was previously dropped from a Scottish Enterprise-commissioned study over concerns about power supply and its proximity to Grangemouth. Documents dating back more than a decade reveal Glenbervie in Larbert was considered as a potential location for a major data centre but was not progressed for \[…\] The post Larbert AI Data Centre site was… ## [Scots council worker facing jail for loyalist paramilitary fundraising](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/scots-council-worker-facing-jail-for-loyalist-paramilitary-fundraising/) _2026-08-21 · Alexander Lawrie · Deadline News_ A SCOTS council worker has been warned he could be jailed after he admitted holding fundraising events in support of the Ulster Volunteer Force loyalist paramilitary group – a proscribed terrorist organisation. Douglas Forsyth used imagery and insignia connected to the banned terror organisation to help promote social events held at the Blair Halls in Tranent, East Lothian. \[…\] The post Scots… ## [Scots dance centre one of eight to receive climate resilience funding](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/scots-dance-centre-one-of-eight-to-receive-climate-resilience-funding/) _2026-08-21 · Ross Chalmers · Deadline News_ DANCE Base – the national centre for dance in Scotland – has been awarded £57,556 to protect its studios from the impacts of climate change. The venue will use the grant to install draught proofing, insulation and heating improvements. This will help manage variable internal temperatures and keep spaces comfortable for dancers, artists and participants. The \[…\] The post Scots dance centre one of… ## [Police probe Edinburgh terrorist and Neo-Nazi banners](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/police-probe-edinburgh-terrorist-and-neo-nazi-banners/) _2026-08-21 · Ross Chalmers · Deadline News_ POLICE are investigating claims demonstrators displayed the flag of a proscribed loyalist terrorist organisation alongside neo-Nazi banners in Edinburgh. Videos circulating on social media show a group of men holding up a flag bearing the name of the Ulster Defence Association (UDA) during a protest on Princes Street on Saturday. The anti-immigration demonstration – organised \[…\] The post Police… ## [Ministers overturn Stirling Council in six-year battle over Balmaha car park](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/minister-overturn-stirling-council-in-six-year-battle-over-balmaha-car-park/) _2026-08-21 · Iona Craig · Deadline News_ SCOTTISH ministers have overturned Stirling Council in a six-year battle over the future of a car park at one of Loch Lomond’s busiest tourist spots. East Loch Lomond Community Trust has won an appeal to take over Balmaha Car Park after the local authority previously rejected its bid. The community group wants to buy and \[…\] The post Ministers overturn Stirling Council in six-year battle over… ## [PICTURES: Competition, tradition, and community spirit at Helmsdale & District Highland Games](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/pictures-competition-tradition-and-community-spirit-at-he-443053/) _2026-08-21 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Local stalwart Grace Maxwell opens the popular event alongside her family. ## [Acclaimed Palestinian cinema draws global audience to Lochinver](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/acclaimed-palestinian-cinema-draws-global-audience-to-lochin-443036/) _2026-08-21 · Northern Times News_ European visitors join locals for an unusual weekend showcase, generating vial funds for medial and educational aid. ## [Felix Passlack thanks travelling Hibs fans after goalless draw in Belgium](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/felix-passlack-thanks-travelling-hibs-fans-after-goalless-draw-in-belgium/) _2026-08-21 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ FELIX Passlack has thanked the travelling Hibs fans for the backing they gave him and the team at Planet Group Arena last night and says their support will be vital in next week’s return leg. Around 1,000 fans made themselves heard throughout the 90-minutes as Hibs earned a well-deserved 0-0 draw against KAA Gent who are UEFA Conference League regulars. Speaking \[…\] The post Felix Passlack thanks… ## [Edinburgh 11-year-olds recognised for driving local community change](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/21/edinburgh-11-year-olds-recognised-for-driving-local-community-change/) _2026-08-21 · Ryan Nixon · Deadline News_ EDINBURGH 11-year-olds Edie Chaw and Tarek Hydara Estribio have been recognised for their work to improve their local neighbourhood. The pair, residents of Cables Wynd House in Leith – otherwise known as the “Banana Flats” are leading local campaigns to improve housing and green spaces. Their work through YMCA Edinburgh’s youth advocacy groups has led \[…\] The post Edinburgh 11-year-olds recognised… ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/I6kdlrdfT7hm) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Dornoch and district residents to have their say on £112k new wetland and leaky dams project](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/dornoch-and-district-residents-to-have-their-say-on-112k-ne-443011/) _2026-08-21 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Ambitious leaky dam initiative aims to stop flooding and boost local biodiversity. ## [‘One big rip-off’: More than 60% of renewable rejections overturned by Scottish Government](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/one-big-rip-off-more-than-60-of-renewable-rejections-ove-442990/) _2026-08-21 · olivia.andrews@hnmedia.co.uk (Olivia Andrews, Local Democracy Reporter) · Northern Times News_ New data shows that the government overruled Highland Council on the majority of its decisions related to major renewable developments in the region. ## [Rail Chaos fear as direct Edinburgh train axed during Stirling’s Radio 2 festival](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/rail-chaos-fear-as-direct-edinburgh-train-axed-during-stirlings-radio-2-festival/) _2026-08-20 · Iona Craig · Deadline News_ DIRECT Edinburgh to Stirling trains will be axed during one of the city’s biggest ever music events. Tens of thousands of music fans are expected to descend on Stirling for BBC Radio 2 in the Park next month. But festival-goers travelling from the capital face major disruption after it emerged the railway between Polmont and \[…\] The post Rail Chaos fear as direct Edinburgh train axed during… ## [Dundee audiences set for screening of American activist’s biopic](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/dundee-audiences-set-for-screening-of-american-activists-biopic/) _2026-08-20 · Jamie Szmitz · Deadline News_ A BIOPIC detailing the story of an American writer and activist will have its Scottish premiere at Dundee Contemporary Arts next week. TCB – The Toni Cade Bambara School of Organising will be shown to a Scottish audience for the first time next Tuesday at Dundee Contemporary Arts. Toni Cade Bambara is a Black American \[…\] The post Dundee audiences set for screening of American activist’s biopic… ## [Hibs Conference League hopes very much alive after draw against KAA Gent](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/hibs-conference-league-hopes-very-much-alive-after-draw-against-kaa-gent/) _2026-08-20 · John Hislop · Deadline News_ HIBS hopes of progressing to the group stages of the UEFA Conference League were boosted goalless draw against KAA Gent at the Planet Group Arena (Arteveldestadion) in Belgium tonight. But it could have been even better had Owen Elding’s first-half penalty been converted. David Gray made four changes to his side, with Felix Passlack, Jordan Obita, Miguel Chaiwa and Josh Campbell \[…\] The post Hibs… ## [“Our campaign is not over” – Auchtertool action group reacts to Government data centre call](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/our-campaign-is-not-over-auchtertool-action-group-reacts-to-government-data-centre-call/) _2026-08-20 · Jamie Szmitz · Deadline News_ AFTER the announcement that the proposed Auchtertool data centre will require a full environmental assessment, protestors have said their fight continues. Monday’s announcement that the proposed ILI Cato data centre in Auchtertool, will require a full environmental impact assessment (EIA) pleased protestors who had been campaigning. Developers of the data centre, ILI Group, were initially \[…\] The… ## [Private hydro scheme in Glen Loth linked to deteriorating road condition](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/private-hydro-scheme-in-glen-loth-linked-to-deteriorating-ro-442976/) _2026-08-20 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Brora councillor alleges water runoff is undermining infrastructure. ## [Man jailed for nine years for attempted murder](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/man-jailed-for-nine-years-for-attempted-murder/) _2026-08-20 · Phyllis Stephen · Deadline News_ A MAN has been jailed for nine years on Thursday for the attempted murder of a woman in Lossiemouth. Mohammed Ahmed, 47, violently attacked the woman at a hotel in November 2022. Today at the High Court in Edinburgh he was jailed for nine years and issued with a non-harassment order. Ahmed was previously found \[…\] The post Man jailed for nine years for attempted murder appeared first on Deadline… ## [Police closer busy Edinburgh road amid ongoing emergency incident](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/police-closer-busy-edinburgh-road-amid-ongoing-emergency-incident/) _2026-08-20 · Ross Chalmers · Deadline News_ Police and fire crews have descended on Morningside Road amid an ongoing emergency incident. Morningside Road is closed at the junction with Millar Crescent down to Cluny Avenue, with buses diverted by way of Balcarres Street, Myreside Road and Colinton Road in both directions. Services affected are 5,11,15,16,23,36. A fire appliance has been stationed on Hermitage \[…\] The post Police closer busy… ## [Find your voice with Golspie’s new Rock Choir](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/find-your-voice-with-golspie-s-new-rock-choir-442983/) _2026-08-20 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Join the UK’s premier contemporary choir community locally. ## [Community councils unite to demand halt to energy developments](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/community-councils-unite-to-demand-halt-to-energy-developments/) _2026-08-20 · Ryan Nixon · Deadline News_ COMMUNITY councils from the Scottish Borders are travelling to Perthshire next week to demand a halt to new energy infrastructure developments. Dozens of representatives will gather in Fowlis Wester on 29 August to support the Perth & Kinross community council convention and urge the Scottish Government to pause construction until a strategic energy plan is \[…\] The post Community councils unite to… ## [Community warns of “revolving door” as student population could reach 65%](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/community-warns-of-revolving-door-as-student-population-could-reach-65/) _2026-08-20 · Raheemat Olabode · Deadline News_ A GLASGOW community council has warned a city centre development could mean students make up almost two-thirds of the local population. Dundasvale Community Council raised concerns over plans for student accommodation and co-living homes at 200 Renfield Street, which were approved by Glasgow City Council’s Planning Applications Committee on Tuesday. The community council’s own calculation \[…\] The… ## [AI is the future – but Brits don’t trust it to predict the weather](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/ai-is-the-future-but-brits-dont-trust-it-to-predict-the-weather/) _2026-08-20 · Iona Craig · Deadline News_ PEOPLE in the UK are only half as likely to feel confident acting on an AI weather forecast as one produced using established methods, a major study has found. Around 80% of more than 6,000 adults surveyed said they would confidently use existing physics-based forecasts to make everyday or important decisions. But the figure fell \[…\] The post AI is the future – but Brits don’t trust it to predict… ## [Four arrested in Home Office crackdown on illegal gig work and e-bike usage](https://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2026/08/20/four-arrested-in-home-office-crackdown-on-illegal-gig-work-and-e-bike-usage/) _2026-08-20 · Ross Chalmers · Deadline News_ THE HOME Office collaborated with Police Scotland on a crackdown on unauthorised e-bike usage and illegal gig work in Edinburgh last year. Immigration officers joined the Police Scotland-led Fountainbridge operation over two days, and arrested four males – two Pakistani nationals, one Indian national and one Afghan national – for working in breach of their \[…\] The post Four arrested in Home Office… ## [All the gigs, gatherings and goings-on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/all-the-gigs-gatherings-and-goings-on-in-sutherland-this-we-442943/) _2026-08-20 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Don’t miss Lairg Crofters Show on Saturday. ## [Ullapool motorhome toilet waste unit a ‘health hazard’ after overflowing](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/ullapool-motorhome-toilet-waste-unit-a-health-hazard-after-442948/) _2026-08-20 · iona.macdonald@hnmedia.co.uk (Iona M.J. MacDonald) · Northern Times News_ An overflowing Ullapool toilet waste disposal unit has sparked disgust from locals and visitors alike, as the council work to fix the “health hazard”. ## [Lairg lamb sale sees record averages amid strong demand](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/lairg-lamb-sale-sees-record-averages-amid-strong-demand-442930/) _2026-08-20 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Ewe lambs reach a record average of £148.34 as 8,633 lambs are sold. ## [Grief Awareness: Care and clarity when you need it the most](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/grief-awareness-care-and-clarity-when-you-need-it-the-most-442840/) _2026-08-20 · Northern Times News_ Read our special feature on bereavement and dealing with the practicalities of saying goodbye ## [Brora Community Council seeks ‘mediation meeting’ as golf club bids to ban crofters from grazing livestock on local course](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/brora-community-council-seeks-mediation-meeting-as-golf-cl-442902/) _2026-08-20 · caroline.mcmorran@hnmedia.co.uk (Caroline McMorran) · Northern Times News_ Brora Community Council hopes a meeting between golf club managers and crofters might resolve land dispute. ## [‘Clear red flags’ missed by Highland GP whose patient died from pancreatic cancer](https://www.northern-times.co.uk/news/clear-red-flags-missed-by-highland-gp-whose-patient-died-f-442911/) _2026-08-20 · philip.murray@hnmedia.co.uk (Philip Murray) · Northern Times News_ An investigation has revealed that, by the time a diagnosis was made, the patient only had six weeks left to live.