Stephen Flynn: “Now the war on terror has really been about taking the battle to the enemy and confronting terrorism beyond our shores.”

I want that to happen as quickly as possible.

I wanted to go there and hear from them directly because I am not afraid of difficult discussions.

The Scottish Government fully recognises the economic and social importance of rural connectivity in Scotland and this reaffirms our continuing support for air services from Wick, including through our subsidy of Wick John O’Groats Airport.

This will provide immediate relief for impacted businesses but we will continue to work closely with the Highland Council, HIE and Cairngorms National Park Authority on what further support may be required for the area in the longer term.