our people
Focus North is a small, dedicated team, supported by a network of expert professionals drawn from across our partner organisations. We operate from Thurso in north west Caithness.
peter faccenda
Programme Manager
vicky rosie
Project Administration and Communications Officer
Nicola More
Freelance communications consultant
the opportunities on our doorstep
What’s so great about Caithness and Sutherland? In this short film, Peter and Vicky set out the cause for optimism – and why they find meaning in being part of the region’s transformation.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
a word from our chair
The future is orange! I like to give delegates to the Focus North conference a cheeky reminder that Focus North is driving the opportunities that shape our region – and this line always brings a smile. The delivery may be light hearted, but the underlying message is profound. Far from being remote and rural, North Highland is at the centre of the emerging new economy. Ours is a region that powers Scotland, producing 12 times the electricity we consume. Browse these pages to discover our incredible region, or if you’d like an informal discussion about how you can be part of the change, get in touch with our team.
latest news
Browse our blog to discover the range of projects underway in North Highland.
Why Caithness and Sutherland is central to the UK’s clean energy future
Heading to All-Energy 2026? Here are seven reasons why Caithness and Sutherland should be firmly on your radar.The UK’s energy transition won’t be delivered by any one region – achieving a clean energy future will require a network of areas each contributing different...
Caithness schools rebuild their towns in Minecraft
Pupils from Wick and Thurso High Schools completed Highland's first ever Reinventing Regions challenge with Minecraft Education.Imagine having the opportunity to rebuild your town from scratch - what would you keep? What would you change? What design features would...
Building confidence and motivation with local young people
Motivational coach Dee Bleakley returned to the north last week for an inspirational workshop with local school pupils.Across three days, Dee worked with more than 250 pupils at Thurso High School, Wick High School and Farr High School, delivering sessions on...
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Caithness, KW14 7EE
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