Campaign to protect isle’s air route

A campaign has been launched to secure protected status for an air link between Benbecula and Glasgow.

The island’s community newspaper Am Paipear has sought a public service obligation for the link.

Campaign organiser Archie MacKay said such status would mean cheaper fares for all passengers and would help boost visitor numbers to Benbecula.

The route is covered by the government’s air discount scheme which offers lower fares to residents.