The Caol and Mallaig councillor said that the fare increases are reasonable.
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Henderson defends Corran Ferry price hike amid budget row
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Surprise offer of Lochaber energy incinerator welcomed
A senior Lochaber councillor has welcomed a surprise offer from a local businessman to look into the building of a waste to energy incinerator that would burn 100,000 tons of rubbish to generate heat and power for local homes.
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Contentious Question Time highlights Lochaber’s strengths and areas of development
A lively debate ensued as questions were asked of a panel of high profile Lochaber figures in one of the big events of Lochaber Ideas Week.
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EIS union claims Lochaber pupils among those suffering after ASN cutbacks
Pupils who require support in schools in Lochaber and elsewhere across the Highlands are suffering frustration, anxiety and stress following the reduction in Additional Support Needs (ASN) provision since last session, according to a survey conducted by EIS Highland Local Association, part of Scotland’s largest teacher union.
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Baxter slams ‘secret’ planning meetings
The allegation refers to Highland Council's temporary suspension of the current scheme of delegation for dealing with planning applications during the coronavirus crisis.
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‘Disaster’ for rural Highland economy if new short-term let rules approved
FSB Scotland says it supports appropriate regulations for short-term lets, but believes that the Scottish Government is using a 'sledgehammer to crack nuts.'
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Two new GPs lined up for Mallaig and Arisaig practice area
Local Caol and Mallaig ward Highland councillors Allan Henderson welcomed the confirmation of the new GPS, although it had been expected that at least one of them would be in post this month.
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Fort William train proposal develops head of steam
The plans to bring a 'service within a service' are currently being discussed among the Fort William 2020 Group, West Highland Review Group, ScotRail and various community councils.
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Musical tribute to people of Ukraine
The event raised a total of £473 which will go towards helping Ukrainian refugees.
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MSP warns more protection needed along Lochaber’s famous beaches
But with a new tourism season and an influx of visitors ahead, Ms Forbes cautioned that while tourism is a crucial part of Lochaber's rural economy, it must work with local communities and landscapes.
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