Focus North

03/06/2026

Highland Council’s Education Committee has today agreed to launch a statutory consultation on proposals to transform education provision in Thurso.

The decision marks an important step in shaping future investment in Thurso’s schools, giving pupils, parents, staff and the wider community the opportunity to help influence how modern, high quality education provision is developed for the town.

Full story in the comments below 👇

28/05/2026

Don't forget to Join the Conversation in Caithness today from 1pm to 4pm at the Royal British Legion, Thurso.

Drop in anytime for a friendly chat with us and connect with a range of fantastic local organisations.

We’d love to see you there! 💬

🌟 Join the Conversation in Caithness 🌟

The Caithness Community Partnership warmly invites you to take part in their upcoming Caithness Community Conversation Event - a friendly, relaxed opportunity to connect, learn, and get inspired by the amazing work happening across our communities.

📅 Thursday 28th May
⏰ 1:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Royal British Legion, Riverside Road, Thurso (KW14 8BU)

✨ What to expect:

🔸 A welcoming, market stall-style event showcasing local groups, organisations, and projects
🔸 Opportunities to meet practitioners and partners working in Caithness
🔸Short, informative talks from:
- NHS Highland
- Foundation Scotland
- The Highland Council
🔸Time to network, share ideas, and build valuable connections

Whether you’re part of a group, an organisation, or simply interested in what’s happening locally, everyone is welcome to drop in, have a chat, and be part of the conversation.

☕ Refreshments will be available

Let’s come together to celebrate the positive work happening in Caithness.

👉 We’d love to see you there - pop in anytime!

27/05/2026

Great news for local travel ✈️
More affordable and flexible flights between Wick & Aberdeen

✈️ Good news for Wick–Aberdeen passengers

Air Charter Scotland has announced revised fares on the Wick–Aberdeen PSO service, making travel simpler, more flexible and more affordable from 1 June 2026.

New pricing includes:
• Standard one-way fares reduced to £79.99
• Flex one-way fares reduced to £109.99
• NEW return fares from £149 (standard) and £199 (flex)
• 25% discount for children aged 2–11 (no family size cap)
• Infants under 2 continue to travel free

All fares include baggage and taxes, so the price you see is the price you pay.

Read more here https://buff.ly/tDeAt6k

26/05/2026

All-Energy Exhibition & Conference - Glasgow 2026

From inspiring conversations to innovative ideas, it was fantastic to be part of such a forward-thinking event.

Here's a snapshot of what we got up to - can you spot anyone you know? 👀

25/05/2026

Congratulations to Professor Stuart Gibb, who has won the Outstanding Contribution from a Staff Member award at The Herald Education Awards for Further and Higher Education 2026. 🏆

The award recognises Stuart’s impact across education, environmental research and community collaboration across the Highlands and Islands.

We’re incredibly proud to see his work recognised on a national stage.

Read the full story: https://bit.ly/4f2bYX3

23/05/2026

We’re delighted to see the Flow Country and the work happening here in the north featured in Nature 👇

The article explores what a “good day in science” looks like, and includes a powerful contribution from Roxane Andersen, Professor of Peatland Science and Senior Research Fellow at the Environmental Research Institute in Thurso.

Roxane shares her experience of running 114 km across the Flow Country on World Heritage Day 2025 - raising awareness of this globally important landscape and celebrating its UNESCO World Heritage status.

Home to around 400 million tonnes of carbon, the Flow Country plays a vital role in climate action. Her story also highlights the long-term work to restore peatlands, the importance of community collaboration, and the growing shared pride in this unique environment.

It’s fantastic to see the region gaining international recognition, and to celebrate the people and partnerships working to protect it 🌍💚

The Flow Country UHI NWH Thurso UHI

Struggling to remember why you picked a career in science? Here are some heart-warming tales to jog your memory.

21/05/2026

🌟 Join the Conversation in Caithness 🌟

The Caithness Community Partnership warmly invites you to take part in their upcoming Caithness Community Conversation Event - a friendly, relaxed opportunity to connect, learn, and get inspired by the amazing work happening across our communities.

📅 Thursday 28th May
⏰ 1:00pm – 4:00pm
📍 Royal British Legion, Riverside Road, Thurso (KW14 8BU)

✨ What to expect:

🔸 A welcoming, market stall-style event showcasing local groups, organisations, and projects
🔸 Opportunities to meet practitioners and partners working in Caithness
🔸Short, informative talks from:
- NHS Highland
- Foundation Scotland
- The Highland Council
🔸Time to network, share ideas, and build valuable connections

Whether you’re part of a group, an organisation, or simply interested in what’s happening locally, everyone is welcome to drop in, have a chat, and be part of the conversation.

☕ Refreshments will be available

Let’s come together to celebrate the positive work happening in Caithness.

👉 We’d love to see you there - pop in anytime!

20/05/2026

20/05/2026

📢Community Support Needed📢

Wick Riverside Lighting Improvements💡

Complete the survey through the link below -

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/wSBgNDN7A6

Following the positive feedback on the riverside path network improvements, Wick Development Trust are currently looking into the installation of additional lighting along the riverside to increase its use in the winter months for walkers, runners, commuters and other activities.

We need to demonstrate to funders that the improvements have the support of the local community. We would be grateful if you could take a couple minutes to complete the survey and register your support.