Kate Forbes MSP welcomes Scottish Government ministerial statement on HIE

Kate Forbes MSP has welcomed the Scottish Government’s ministerial statement on the future make-up of the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) and other enterprise boards.

MSP to meet with Government minister to discuss Skye care home closure

Kate Forbes MSP has secured a meeting with a Scottish Government minister as she bids to ensure residents at a care home in Skye, which will close within two months, can remain on the island close to family and friends.

Constituency MSP backing for “world class” Fort Augustus tourist hub

The constituency MSP for Fort Augustus is supporting Scottish Canals’ bid to create a “world class” tourist hub in the village.

Holyrood motion congratulates Lochaber transport boss on national award

The constituency MSP for Lochaber has tabled a parliamentary motion at Holyrood congratulating Ferguson Transport & Shipping boss Alasdair Ferguson on winning a national business award.

Highland MSP welcomes £200k funding for East Africa food crisis support

Highland MSP Kate Forbes has welcomed news that the Scottish Government has committed £200,000 to the Disaster Emergency Committee appeal in support of the East Africa food crisis.