Wind Energy had applied to build 34 turbines at Glenmorie near Ardgay, SSE Renewables for 27 at Dalnessie near Lairg, while Elck Renewables had wanted to erect 17 at Clach Liath.

BBC: Ben Wyvis

"In the case of Clach Liath, on the slopes of Ben Wyvis, the application was so blatantly unsuitable it was kicked out before even reaching the planning committee, " said Mr Gibson, who criticised the first minister's enthusiasm for renewables.

BBC: Ben Wyvis