UK's Longest Direct Train Faces £3m Delay Payouts
The 500-mile Caledonian Sleeper from London to Fort William is Britain's longest direct rail journey. Discover its scenic route, new Birmingham stop, and why it paid £3m in compensation.
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UK's Longest Rail Route Faces Scrutiny Over £3m Payouts
The Caledonian Sleeper, Britain's longest direct rail journey from London to the Scottish Highlands, offers spectacular views but faces criticism over £3m in delay compensation since nationalisation.
£2.73m paid in Sleeper delays since SNP takeover
Scottish taxpayers have footed a £2.73m compensation bill for Caledonian Sleeper delays since the SNP nationalised the service. Critics slam the 'mess' as payments average over £22,000 a week.
Caledonian Sleeper pays £3m in delay compensation
Taxpayers foot a £22,000 weekly bill for Caledonian Sleeper delays since SNP ministers nationalised the service. Read the full investigation into the transport controversy.
Safety fears as migrants housed next to Army families
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp raises urgent safety concerns over plans to house 300 adult male asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks in Inverness, next to military families. Read the full story.
Green Shoots Return to Rothiemurchus Ancient Forest
A walk through the historic Rothiemurchus woodland reveals a hopeful resurgence of pine saplings, a testament to modern conservation efforts. Discover the recovery story.
Swinney 'Not Candid' on Inverness Asylum Plans
UK Government accuses Scotland's First Minister of not being fully open about engagement on paused plans to house 300 asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks in Inverness.
Glasgow Drug Clinic Bids for Crack Smoking Zone
Bosses at Scotland's first drug consumption room plan to lobby the Lord Advocate for a crack cocaine smoking area. The £2.3m facility aims to attract more users amid rising cocaine-related deaths.
School cancels Christmas show after racist abuse
Cauldeen Primary School in Inverness cancels its Christmas performance following a wave of racist online abuse. Police are investigating the threatening communications.
Ferguson Backs 150 Scholarships for Students
Sir Alex Ferguson pledges £500,000 to create 150 scholarships for disadvantaged students at Glasgow Caledonian University. Join the campaign to transform lives through education.
Inverness protests against asylum seeker barracks plan
Hundreds protest in Inverness against Labour's plan to house asylum seekers at Cameron Barracks. Veterans association faces eviction as local concerns mount over safety and infrastructure.
Highland Revolt Over Cameron Barracks Asylum Plan
Hundreds protest in Inverness over Keir Starmer's plan to house 309 asylum seekers in Cameron Barracks. Veterans and locals voice fury as the city centre grinds to a halt. Read the full story.
Sleeper Train vs Flight: The Surprising Winner
A savvy traveller discovers why overnight rail journeys are beating flights for comfort, cost and adventure across Britain. Her eye-opening experience reveals the hidden benefits of slow travel.
Ex-Labour Minister Douglas Alexander Joins Home Office
Exclusive: Douglas Alexander, former Labour cabinet minister, takes on strategic Home Office position in Inverness, signalling unexpected cross-party collaboration in UK government.
Giant 20ft Shark Washes Ashore Near Inverness
A massive 20-foot basking shark has been discovered washed up on a Scottish beach, sparking scientific investigation and public fascination. The rare find offers researchers a unique opportunity to study these gentle giants of the deep.
Scotland Defies Westminster in Immigration Hotel Row
First Minister John Swinney challenges Home Office plans to house asylum seekers in a city-centre hotel, escalating tensions between Scottish and UK governments over immigration policy.
Home Office forces Scottish minister on 500-mile trip
Scottish First Minister John Swinney condemns Home Office after UK government officials refuse to travel to Inverness, forcing Justice Secretary to make 1,000-mile round trip to Edinburgh instead.
Home Office snubs Scottish minister's meeting request
Scotland's Deputy First Minister John Swinney condemns Home Office 'discourtesy' after officials refuse meeting in Inverness, escalating tensions over UK government engagement with devolved nations.
Swinney accuses Westminster of anti-Scottish agenda
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has launched a blistering attack on the UK government, accusing Westminster of deliberately undermining Scottish interests and pursuing policies that actively harm the nation.
Home Office spends millions on asylum hotels in Inverness
Exclusive investigation uncovers UK government spending over £6.7 million on hotel accommodations for asylum seekers in Inverness alone, as backlog crisis deepens.
Asylum seekers moved to military bases in UK shake-up
The Home Office announces controversial plans to relocate asylum seekers to former military sites in Scotland and Sussex amid ongoing accommodation challenges.
Starmer takes cabinet to Scotland and Sussex in UK tour
Keir Starmer launches his 'government on the road' initiative with cabinet meetings in Inverness and East Sussex, signalling a new approach to UK-wide engagement beyond Westminster.
Starmer appoints new Defence Minister in government reshuffle
Prime Minister Keir Starmer makes strategic changes at Ministry of Defence as new government settles into Whitehall. Exclusive details on the personnel moves shaping Britain's defence leadership.
Scottish family become PM's neighbours at Downing Street
An ordinary Scottish family from Inverness has become unexpected neighbours to the Prime Minister at 10 Downing Street, creating a remarkable contrast between everyday life and the heart of British power.
UK Government Approves Scottish Green Freeport Projects
Westminster approves ambitious freeport plans for Inverness and Cromarty Firth and Forth regions, promising thousands of jobs and billions in investment for Scotland's green energy sector.
Caledonian Sleeper's New Birmingham-Scotland Route
Discover how the legendary Caledonian Sleeper is transforming overnight travel with its new Birmingham to Scotland service, offering luxury cabins and spectacular Highland views.
Inverness Flood Crisis: Mass Evacuations Underway
The Scottish Highlands' capital battles severe flooding as River Ness bursts banks, forcing mass evacuations and emergency response across the city.
Caledonian Sleeper returns with luxury overnight trains
The iconic Caledonian Sleeper service has triumphantly returned with upgraded carriages and enhanced amenities, offering travellers a magical overnight journey between London and Scotland's most breathtaking destinations.
Duncan Ferguson apologises for manhandling Sky presenter
Former Everton coach Duncan Ferguson has publicly apologised after grabbing a Sky Sports presenter during a tense post-match interview, creating an uncomfortable moment with Jamie Carragher looking on.
Celtic crush Partick Thistle 4-0 in Scottish Cup rout
Celtic cruise to a commanding 4-0 victory against Partick Thistle at Firhill. Match report, key goals, and Brendan Rodgers' reaction to the Hoops' dominant Scottish Cup performance.
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