MSP Gillian Martin has welcomed new figures which show that 9735 children in the north-east are currently receiving the Scottish Child Payment.
Storegga estimates around 21,000 jobs will be supported at peak of the project, which is partnered with Shell and North Sea Midstream Partners.
Politicians have called on the Scottish Government to fund a backlog of 60 “broken bridges” after a £545 million boost to Holyrood’s coffers.
The Scottish agriculture sector requires future funding certainty due to the long term nature of investment decisions and long lead-in time.
The latest research from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency looking at bathing water quality has been welcomed.
MORAY Council has asked locals for their opinions on the area's town centres, to guide future spending.
Banffshire and Buchan Coast MSP Karen Adam's latest column highlights the potential for coastal communities.
A MP said the Scottish Government is ignoring internet problems across Banff and Buchan after snubbing the area for its latest round of broadband.
Concerns have been raised that subsidised flights between Wick and Aberdeen could be under threat next year when the funding is reviewed.
MSP Tess White this week warned First Minister Humza Yousaf that the north-east faces an exodus of dentists from the NHS.
