Cost of Living

AN independent advice service in Inverness has seen a huge increase in demand for its help as the cost of living crisis deepens.

A call for immediate action including an emergency budget has been made by Inverness MP, Drew Hendry, with energy prices set to rise.

The latest rise in the energy price cap has been branded "nothing short of a catastrophe" for thousands in the Highlands.

They are part of 115,000 postal staff in the UK taking part in what's been called the biggest strike of the summer

The rise in energy costs will have a bigger impact in the Highlands and Islands where households already pay more for electricity.

The increase in the energy price cap has been described as 'horrifying' by the boss of a leading charity.

Bills in the Highlands are expected to be much higher

A legal challenge involving a Highland campaigner is ready to be launched against the energy regulator.

Revitalised town and city centres can help the Highlands tackle the challenges of Covid-19 recovery, the climate emergency and cost of living crisis.

The UK Parliament should be recalled urgently to enable MPs to take immediate action to tackle rising energy prices.

A survey has been launched to gather information on the impact of rising energy costs on food and drink businesses and the hospitality sector.