David Alston http://www.davidalston.info/rssnews.asp David Alston | News Cromarty first for 20mph zone It was pleasing to see Cromarty become the first place in Scotland to have an extensive 20mph zone. The speed limit covers much of the town and positive comments have already been received from within http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=12843 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=12843 Tue, 9 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT Charles Kennedy calls for 'superfast broadband On his visit to Cromarty to look at the new outdoor play and fitness equipment for older people Liberal Democrat MP Charles Kennedy also visit local  website design business Plexus Media to learn http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=12117 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=12117 Mon, 3 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT Alert to Highland budget shortfall amidst soaring energy costs Both local and national news covered the Council's budget press conference where I drew attention to the widening budget gap that will be faced by The Highland Council in the face of so http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=11461 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=11461 Wed, 1 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT Mrs Newell celebrates her 100th birthday Mrs Newell's 100th birthday has been making local and national news headlines - attention which seems entirely appropriate for such an exceptional lady. It was a privilege to be able to help out at h http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=11041 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=11041 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT New policies presented by Council Leadership New policies presented by Council Leadership More sustainable communities and increased support for carers form part of the new Highland Council leadership's priorities. Find out more in the Inverne http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10865 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10865 Thu, 4 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT Age no barrier to fun and games in Cromarty 'The Herald ' reported on the purchase of new equipment aimed at the slightly older than average play park user. As David commented: "It shows that play is for all ages, the elderly as well as t http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10575 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10575 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT New council administration begins to get to grips with Highland-wide issues Two articles over the summer of 2008 illustrate the increased importance of environmental issues and financial constraints in the new Highland Council. Partners predict ‘sharper, greener&r http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10523 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=10523 Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT Lib Dems propose changes to Council structure The Highland Council Liberal Democrat Group today revealed its proposals for bringing more local control to the Highland Council. The main proposals include the formation of five or six area-based com http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9337 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9337 Wed, 18 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Lib Dem questions at Highland Council raise concerns for provision of affordable housing in rural areas A series of question from leading Liberal Democrats councillors at last week’s meeting of the Highland Council has led to a call for cross-party action and lobbying of the Scottish Government to http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9083 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9083 Mon, 2 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT Democracy in the Highlands is disintegrating...  Find out more about the SNP/Independent council administration's intentions to sidestep the all party education committee in this P & J article http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9033 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=9033 Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT Restoration of East Church, Cromarty There'll be an open day at Cromarty East Church on 7 June from 11.00 am - 4.00 pm. More The Scottish Redundant Churches Trust (SRCT) have done an excellent job in securing funding for the restorati http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=8757 http://www.davidalston.info/news.asp?id=8757 Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT