News archive

HIE Caithness and Sutherland news archive from April 2005
Retail training course, CaithnessRetailers talk shop about strategy

An enthusiastic group of Caithness and Sutherland retailers have benefited from an innovative new training programme aimed at helping them to undertake strategic analysis of their businesses and consider future development plans.
26 April 2005


J A Mackay, Thurso, whisky websiteWorld wide whisky on the web

A small family owned and run grocers in Thurso, J A Mackay, has recently launched a new e-commerce website to market their products.
25 April 2005


Business learning accounts

Caithness and Sutherland Enterprise (CASE) has announced the introduction of Business Learning Accounts (BLAs), targeting small businesses in the area.
11 April 2005


Learningworks skills resourceNew driving force being launched for Highlands and Islands businesses

A major drive is being launched to equip firms with the skills they need to win new business for the Highlands and Islands. Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is using the internet to help firms and organisations across the region drive their performance up a gear
07 April 2005


House of Commons portcullisUK general election - guidance issued to HIE network staff

Details of guidance issued to HIE Network staff on their role and conduct during the forthcoming UK General Election campaign. The election will take place on 5 May 2005 and this guidance comes into operation immediately.
07 April 2005


Screen Machine Take TwoScreen Machine: Take Two!

On 15th April 2005, a brand new mobile cinema service, Screen Machine: Take Two, will take to the roads across the Highlands and Islands.
06 April 2005