Members of the public are advised that #Inverness Service Point will be closed on the afternoon of Tuesday, 21 April 2026.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

Register to vote Register to vote to take part in elections in the UK. Includes how to get on the electoral register and how to update your address on the register.

Don't get locked out of the conversation.

🔗 Register here: www.gov.uk/register-to-...

If you're already set, give this a share to help your followers get sorted before Monday! 📢
#Holyrood2026 #ScotlandVotes #ScottishElections #RegisterToVote #HighlandVotes26 #SPE2026

Need to know:

🚫 No photo ID is required for this election in Scotland.

📮 Want to vote by post? You must register to vote FIRST, then apply for a postal vote by 5 PM on 21 April.

Who can vote?

✅ Anyone 16 or older on election day (7 May).
✅ Resident in Scotland.
✅ "New Scots" (non-UK citizens living here) are also eligible!

From climate to healthcare, the people elected will make the big calls. Make sure you're one of the people choosing them.

Clock’s ticking, Highland! 🗳️

The deadline to register for the Scottish Parliament Election is MIDNIGHT this Monday, 20 Apr.

If you aren't registered by then, you can't vote on 7 May.

🔗 Register: www.gov.uk/register-to-...

It only takes 5 minutes to make sure your voice is heard at Holyrood. 🧵👇

⚠️ Lentran C1097 - essential road repair works start on Monday 20 April 2026 for up to 5 days - weather dependent. Long delays are expected with drivers encouraged to use alternative routes. Local access will be maintained.

Eligibility will be automatically assessed when you reapply at www.highland.gov.uk/sbbs

📌 Don’t miss out — reapply today to see what support is available.

#SmallBusiness #SBBS #BusinessRates #HighlandBusiness #BusinessSupport

👉 Apply now at: www.highland.gov.uk/sbbs
💡 Transitional Relief available

If your SBBS entitlement is reduced following the 1 April 2026 revaluation, SBBS Transitional Relief may help by capping bill increases over three years.

🔔 Non Domestic Rates: Small Business Bonus Scheme - Important update for local businesses in Highland 🔔

The Small Business Bonus Scheme (SBBS) continues from 1 April 2026, but please note:
✅ All previous SBBS awards ended on 31 March 2026
➡️ Businesses must reapply to continue receiving relief

⛔️ Temporary Road Closure #B8004 Banavie Road #FortWilliam 19/04/2026 for 5 overnights from 20:00 - 06:00, with amnesties in place at 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 01:00, 02:00 & 04:00. Works are weather dependent and we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

How to complete your postal vote pack for the Scottish Parliament Election Information on how to complete your postal vote pack for the Scottish Parliament Election 2026. Further information about this election, is available here: https://www.highland.gov.uk/spe2026

Postal vote packs are being issued now.
✔️ Read the instructions
✔️ Complete both ballot papers
✔️ Sign and add your date of birth
Watch our short video for help:
▶️ youtu.be/lxfy0d7ydyM
#SPE2026 #HighlandVotes26

There will be a number of temporary prohibitions of traffic and temporary speed restrictions during the Etape Loch Ness 2026 cycling event which takes place on Sunday 26 April.

Full details: www.highland.gov.uk/news/article...

📷 Etape Loch Ness

Your postal vote doesn’t belong to anyone who intimidates you,
tries to bribe you, or pretends to be you. It’s yours, & yours
alone. If someone tries to take your vote, or the vote of anyone you
know, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at
crimestoppers-uk.org

You can report any gull-related issues using our online survey to help us spot problem areas and investigate the impact gulls are having on our communities.

Report a gull-related incident 👉️ www.surveymonkey.com/r/WJK3Z83

We know that some areas are more affected by nuisance gulls, and sometimes they can have an impact on people’s health and safety. To help us understand where this is happening, we need your help.

Now that gulls are nesting in and around coastal cities and towns, it is important to remember not to feed them and to ensure that wheelie bins are not overflowing. This helps to prevent serious problems such as aggressive behaviour, food snatching, urban nesting issues and gull welfare concerns.

#Tain Service Point & Registration Office will be closed on Thursday 16 April due to unexpected staff absence. We apologise for any inconvenience and the Service Point will reopen on Friday 17 April.

Want to vote in May’s Scottish Parliament election?

Make sure you’re registered in time as the deadline is midnight on Monday 20 April.
Register now - it only takes 5 minutes: 👉 gov.uk/register-to-vote
#SPE2026 #HighlandVotes26

Rural communities are invited to submit their Expressions of Interest to apply for grants of up to £25,000.
The Expression of Interest form, guidance and eligibility criteria can be found here - www.highland.gov.uk/community-su...

⚠️ Scam alert! We’ve had reports of fake QR codes on pay and display parking meters around #Inverness.

✅ Use the official RingGo app or pay using cash or card directly at the parking meter
❌ Don’t scan QR codes stuck to the meter

We are removing these fake QR codes as soon as they are identified.

🪧Property for sale
📍22 High Street, Fortrose
💷 Offers Over £165,000

Full details here 👇
www.highland.gov.uk/directory-re...

The next Nairn Common Good Engagement Group is due to be held on Wednesday, 27 May 2026 and items for the agenda are now being invited.

The form for submission of proposed agenda items can be accessed here: bit.ly/NCGEG-May2026

The deadline for submissions is 10am on Thursday, 21 May 2026.

New Highland Council website delivers major accessibility improvements – Highland Council Since the launch of its new website on 17 February 2026, Highland Council has improved its website accessibility ranking by 200 places.

Find out more: buff.ly/pPH12dg

📷 Elizabeth Woolner on Unsplash

Since the launch of our new website, we have improved our website accessibility ranking by 200 places! In February, we ranked 224th out of over 400 councils in the UK, but we are now ranked 24th in the UK and 3rd in Scotland, with an average accessibility score of 99% 🎉

Rural communities across Highland can apply for a share of £1m+ in funding to support community assets & help tackle inequalities affecting children, young people & families.

Read more here highland.gov.uk/news/article...

📅 Applications open 13 April

Have your voice heard this May

Want to vote in May’s Scottish Parliament election? The deadline to register is midnight on Monday 20 April.

Register here - it is quick & easy to do: 👉 gov.uk/register-to-vote

#SPE2026 #HighlandVotes26

The public consultation will run until 10 April 2026. Take part here 👇️ buff.ly/XKmxozN

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There's only three days left to give your views on the Inverness Interchange feasibility study.

The study was commissioned to explore the creation of a comprehensive transport and active travel hub within the ‘Station Quarter’ area of Inverness.

To Let
Former Boating Pond Kiosk
#Tain
“£1,900 Per Annum

Tain - Former Boating Pond Kiosk - www.highland.gov.uk/directory-re...

⚠️ Updated Met Office Yellow Weather Warning
❄️ Snow
📆 Saturday 4 April, 2pm to Sunday 5 April 2026, 3am

Heavy snow and blizzards in association with #StormDave causing some travel and power disruption.

Check the latest info 👉🏻 bit.ly/WxWarning

Stay #WeatherAware