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Report on Public Meeting

A good number of members and others met at the Community Centre on the 23rd. The results of the survey, that had been completed by 150 local businesses and residents, were presented. A number of helpful ideas were brought forward … Continue reading

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23rd May Consultation and May Newsletter

This a reminder that we would like to hear comments, suggestions, and views of what our membership wants to happen to the Old Social Work Building by the 12th of May. This will be followed by a public meeting on the … Continue reading

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NICE Consultation

We have been working hard behind the scenes and had several useful meetings with officers of Highland Council. Our feasibility study and consultation on the use of the Old Social Work building is underway – and a major part of … Continue reading

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NICE COMMUNITY IDEAS

Since being established NICE has had many suggestions put forward by members of the community. We thought you may like to see this comprehensive list. Inclusion on this list does not mean it is endorsed by NICE. We are simply … Continue reading

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Town Centre Properties Off the Market

If you have not already heard, Highland Council have taken the old Social Work Building and associated assets off the market and have allowed NICE 6 months in which to develop a business plan. A letter from Drew Hendry, Leader … Continue reading

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NICE Newsletter 2

NICE  goes from strength to strength with a fantastic total of 1015 members.  This has been helped by our two information days in Sainsbury’s which have proven to be a very good two way channel of communication. NICE representatives have … Continue reading

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Good News for a New Year

We have now had a reply to our letter requesting that the old Social Work building and adjoining Council assets be taken off the market. Alongside our representation to Highland Council, Nairn Members have initiated a paper to go to … Continue reading

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A New Plan Begins to Take Shape

A key element that has resonated with many local people is the establishment of a new “civic square” that will offer a pleasant and inviting public space for both visitors and local residents alike. As a first stage towards this … Continue reading

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A NICE town centre at last?

Since the NICE meeting on the 12th October, we are pleased report that membership now exceeds 400. Associate membership is proving to be an attractive option for Community Councils and other groups. Auldearn and East Nairnshire Community Councils have joined … Continue reading

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NICE – A Political Entity?

It is heartening to hear the generally positive comments from residents about the NICE Vision. We also note suggestions that NICE could eventually become the new burgh council or that by appointing varying proportions of Community Councillors as directors, NICE … Continue reading

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