All-HIE news 2006 archive from July 2006
Moray Firth Media TrustFunding boost for broadcasting skills training in Moray

People in Moray seeking employment in the media sector have been given the opportunity to undergo training to help them achieve their aspirations.
31 July 2006


Careers Scotland rock schoolSummer Rock Schools - 2006

Young people from the Highlands are taking part in the Summer Rock Schools organised by Careers Scotland.
28 July 2006


UHI policy web seminars 2006Sustainable development: seminars will explore the challenges

A series of seminars involving leading figures will explore the challenges and opportunities of sustainable development in the Highlands and Islands, concluding with a discussion chaired by journalist and broadcaster Lesley Riddoch.
27 July 2006


Centre for Health Sciences interior370 jobs on horizon after centre gets approval

Ambitious plans by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) to expand a multi-million pound Centre for Health Sciences due to be completed this autumn, received a further boost this week when a second and third phase were granted detailed planning permission.
27 July 2006


HandshakeNorth firm wins £8m contract from HIE network

North-based consultants Development Partners Ltd has won an £8m contract from Highlands and Islands Enterprise to manage the supply of advice to organisations over the next three-and-a-half-years.
27 July 2006


European Union graphicHIE seeks help from local firms

The Highlands and Islands Enterprise network (HIE) is compiling evidence to show in detail the good use put to funding distributed under the EU's six-year Highlands and Islands Special Transitional Programme (HISTP).
25 July 2006


Update magazineIntroducing 'Update' - HIE's downloadable news magazine

'Update' aims to take up where HIE's previous quarterly publication, The Brief, left off - bringing you news, analysis and comment on key issues affecting the Highlands and Islands of Scotland.
21 July 2006


Migrant workers sign up for language skills

The demand from migrant workers for English language classes in Lochaber is increasing month on month according to the local migrant worker forum.
19 July 2006


Dunoon ferry terminal to get £2m upgrade

A grant of £398,400 has been approved by Argyll and the Islands Enterprise (AIE) to allow Western Ferries (Clyde) Ltd to progress a £2m plan to upgrade its infrastructure at Hunter's Quay, Dunoon.
19 July 2006


HIBA - Ernst and Young glass acornHighlands and Islands Business awards 2006

The Highlands and Islands Business Awards will once again celebrate the wide range of achievement of businesses in the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. The awards have been presented over the last twenty one years to some of the area's leading businesses, to small one-person businesses, to those who have been trading for many years and to those who have only just begun.
13 July 2006


Globalscot conference 2006Hottest business ticket of the year

Inaugural Globalscot conference. Two hundred of the world's most successful business people and entrepreneurs will gather in Scotland in September 2006 with a single aim – to help accelerate the growth of Scottish companies through sharing their knowledge, experience and contacts.
13 July 2006


A9 road at TomatinA9 is putting brake on development say firms

Over 60 per cent of businesses surveyed in the Highlands and Central Belt want the A9 road to be fully dualled between Inverness and Perth, according to a report commissioned by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
13 July 2006


University of Gastronomic Sciences, Pollenzo, ItalyGastronomic students to get a taste of Scotland

Gastronomic Sciences students discover Scotland's culinary delights 10th - 21st July 2006.
05 July 2006


ICT Fortrose AcademyYoungsters design a trip to the future

Five teenagers from Fortrose made it their business to succeed when they gave a winning presentation to judges in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Youth Challenge last Friday (June 30).
04 July 2006


Royal Hotel Stornoway - Hospitality AssuredHospitality assured in Western Isles

Two Western Isles tourism businesses recently became the first in the islands to be awarded with prestigious Hospitality Assured (HA) accreditation for service and business excellence.
04 July 2006


Moray job seekers get a helping hand

People in Moray who experience disadvantage in securing work can receive support in gaining employment and training.
04 July 2006


FutureChef  in Shetland150What's cooking in Shetland schools?

Shetland pupils are stirring, whisking and beating up a storm in their school kitchens this year as they take part in the nationwide FutureChef competition.
04 July 2006


National Business AwardsThe national Business Awards - call for entries

A National Business Award is the UK's most sought after business accolade. In a little over four years the programme has grown to include five regional events, a stand-alone event for Scotland and, new for 2007, a European programme too.
04 July 2006


Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2006Call for entries: Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2006

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2006 are now open for entries from businesses in the Highlands and Islands. These prestigious awards, in their second year, celebrate the diverse range of food and drink products grown and produced locally, as well as industry-related services. They also focus on the success of individual businesses and their important contribution to the local economy.
01 July 2006


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