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HIE Caithness and Sutherland news archive from February 2006
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27 February 2006


Virtual work experienceYoungsters work experience expands into virtual world - Nicol Stephen

Youngsters across Scotland are to have access to state-of-the art virtual work experience at the touch of a button, thanks to a new internet-based 3D simulation unveiled today by Deputy First Minister, Nicol Stephen. A series of workplace simulations are being created to allow young people to carry out interactive tasks in business sectors which may not always be accessible to them.
27 February 2006


The Institute of Business AdvisersNew developments for business advisers

An interesting and wide-ranging event has been organised by the Institute of Business Advisers Scotland which is intended not only to meet business advisers' CPD needs, but also to help them be up to date with some important developments which affect their work.
24 February 2006


Vibes 2006Scottish businesses encouraged to 'feel the vibes'

Scotland’s environment is one of its greatest assets, and is also a major contributor to the economy. Many businesses in Scotland are taking significant steps to improve or reduce their impact on the environment, often saving money in the process. The VIBES Awards (Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland) have been developed to recognise these efforts and encourage new ideas and best practice.
24 February 2006


Shell LivewireYoung entrepreneurs urged to enter major business awards

Top young entrepreneurs from The Highlands and Islands are being urged to enter a major business awards programme and become the region’s Shell Livewire Young Entrepreneur of the Year for 2006 - and pick up a valuable financial award too.
24 February 2006


100k WelcomesExceptional people developers wanted

We are looking for training companies and exceptional individuals to deliver 100k Welcomes – Scotland’s brand new, leading edge leadership development franchise for tourism and hospitality businesses.
22 February 2006


HiREGNew brand for renewable energy sector

A new brand to represent the renewable energy sector of the Highlands and Islands of Scotland was launched today (Tuesday 21st Feb) at an event organised by the Highland Renewable Energy Group (HiREG) in Inverness.
22 February 2006


DBA - fifty thousand pounds, eight studios,sixth MarchFifty thousand pounds ... design consultancies

This week sees the Design Business Association (DBA) and NESTA, the National Endowment for Science, Technology and the Arts, launch Small/Medium/Large in their search to find eight design consultancies set to become growth and performance role models for the UK design industry.
20 February 2006


WorldskillsWorldskills 2011 - Support the UK bid

The UK is bidding against France, Sweden and Australia to host the biggest skills competition in the world in London in 2011. This competition provides the UK with a fantastic opportunity to showcase its skills on a world stage.
17 February 2006


International recycling symbolReport shows value of recycling

Recycling waste in the Highlands and Islands could be poised to play an expanding role in the region's economy according to a report just published.
15 February 2006


Computer Clubs for Girls - CC4GE-skills UK award-winning Computer Clubs for Girls (cc4g)

E-skills UK is proud to announce the launch of the award-winning Computer Clubs for Girls (cc4g) programme at the Scottish Parliament on Wednesday 22nd March. The event will celebrate the rollout of CC4G to all the secondary schools in Fife, following a successful pilot, and will explore ways to roll out the benefits of the programme across Scotland.
13 February 2006


Newstart Scotland ticketJust the ticket. Business start-up - free exhibition and conference

Thinking of starting or running your own business? This free conference will prove to be invaluable. SECC, Glasgow - 24 and 25 March 2006.
07 February 2006


HI-Arts - Northings online journalHI-Arts 'Northings' online journal latest

Another rich concoction of stories, features and reviews from the north of Scotland's arts and cultural development agency, HI-Arts.
06 February 2006


Euro Info Centre - public tendersAccess public sector contracts

The www.publictender.co.uk website provides information on public sector tendering in the Highlands and Islands - and helps remove the barriers which prevent small firms gaining access to contract opportunities.
06 February 2006


Charter Mark awardCharter Mark success for HIE network - latest update

When the HIE network was awarded Charter Mark - the Government’s national standard for customer service for public sector organisations - for the fourth time in December 2004, six elements were identified as areas of partial compliance. These six elements formed the basis of a further external assessment in December 2005.
03 February 2006


Tourism information dayFounder of Travelocity.com to address tourism innovation day

The founder of one of the travel industry’s greatest success stories will be in Scotland in March addressing more than 400 tourism professionals from across the country.
01 February 2006