22/11/2024
The Highland's most experienced working journalist has died suddenly at his home in Inverness at the age of 76 after almost six decades working in newspapers.
Neil MacPhail was held in high regard by anyone who met him, whether it be professionally or personally, interviewing personalities and politicians and many of his colleagues, clearly shocked at his unexpected death, have queued to pay tribute to him.
His engaging wit and infectious giggle endeared him to everyone who worked alongside him, but it was his talent as a scribe which was most impressive. He covered all the biggest stories with accuracy, speed, fairness and compassion.
Neil's funeral is still to be finalised but details will follow and his fellow pen-pushers from across the country are expected to join family and friends in tribute to one of the north's finest.
Neil, you were some man. We will all miss you deeply.
