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Western Isles Council leader invited to talks with hauliers in relation to RETAfter the Scottish Government announced that RET would be removed from hauliers who travel to and from the Western Isles, a… »
Western Isles SNP passes 250th member milestoneWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, today welcomed the SNP's 250th member in the Western Isles and said the recent growth in… »
Labour, Conservative and LibDem MSPs unite to oppose proposed Sound of Barra Special Area of ConservationOn February 8 Jamie McGrigor MSP’s motion opposing the designation of a Special Area of Conservation in the Sound of Barra… »
Highlands and Islands university celebrates 1st anniversaryThe university of the Highlands and Islands celebrates it's first anniversary, since attaining full university status on… »
Western Isles MSP comments on meeting with transport ministerWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, has today commented regarding the plans for the forthcoming meeting between Transport… »
Row over change to Highlands and Islands air discount schemeHighlands & Islands Labour MSP, David Stewart, has accused the SNP Government of playing fast and loose with the Air… »
Progress on sheep identificationTHE European Commission has agreed to consider a Scottish ‘wish list’ to reduce red tape associated with sheep EID… »
Loganair’s 50th AnniversaryLoganair today (Wednesday, February 1) launched a year-long celebration to mark the company’s 50 years as… »
Western Isles council leader thanks the publicAngus Campbell, Leader of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, has thanked members of the public for their engagement in the… »- Calls to halt proposed designation of Special Area of ConservationGrowing concerns have been voiced in recent weeks regarding the Sound of Barra and East Mingulay Proposed Special Area of… »
Archive for March, 2010
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Calmac ferry goes underground
Posted on March 31, 2010 | No Comments“West Coast of Scotland” Glasgow underground passengers passing through Buchanan Street Underground Station in the next few weeks could be forgiven for thinking they’ve arrived at West Coast port. For... -
Lewis and Harris goose managment group
Posted on March 31, 2010 | No Comments“Scottish Crofters Federation” An initial meeting of the Lewis and Harris Goose Management Group was held in Stornoway on the 1st February 2010. This group has been set up by... -
Local area co-ordinator service to host meetings across the Western Isles
Posted on March 31, 2010 | No CommentsThe Local Area Co-ordinator Service (LAC), which is currently administered by Advocacy Western Isles, providing a service across the islands, will be hosting a series of meetings to engage with... -
Western Isles MSP welcomes climate challenge funding
Posted on March 31, 2010 | No Comments“Received £139,463″ Western Isles SNP MSP, Alasdair Allan, has today welcomed the announcement by the Scottish Government of funding from the Climate Challenge Fund for four projects in the Western... -
Alternative options for Stornoway nursery
Posted on March 31, 2010 | No CommentsRepresentatives of the Comhairle and the Health Board met today to discuss the Little Teddies nursery provision. NHS Western Isles confirmed that they are no longer able to fund the... -
Highlands & Islands airports appoint new chairman
Posted on March 30, 2010 | No Comments“Needs to move forward” The Minister for Transport, Infrastructure and Climate Change, Stewart Stevenson, today announced the appointment of Grenville Johnston as Chair of Highlands & Islands Airports Ltd (HIAL).... -
Paper-free NHS launched today
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No Comments“Covering 70 per cent” A new £44 million IT system which will pave the way for a paper-free NHS was today launched. The Patient Management System (PMS) will be used... -
Lewis and Harris home insulation scheme to end
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No CommentsHouseholders in Lewis and Harris are being urged to take advantage of a programme which could make their homes warmer and help save money on energy bills. The door-knocking for... -
Labour cares for the most vulnerable
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No CommentsThe budget demonstrates the Labour Government cares for the most vulnerable in society, is dedicated to financial recovery and protects jobs. That was the upbeat message from Donald John Macsween... -
HIE severance scheme produces over £2m annual saving
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No CommentsHighlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) becomes a leaner organisation this month when 53 members of staff leave their posts through voluntary severance on March 31. “Iinfrastructure needed” The move is... -
Major cash boost for Lews Castle
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No CommentsThe Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has announced support for innovative proposals to revitalise Lews Castle. The heritage body has awarded development funding of £240,000 and a first-round pass for a £2.6m bid towards... -
Stornoway to host future of Scotlands land debate
Posted on March 29, 2010 | No CommentsThe development of Scotland’s first Land Use Strategy offers a landmark opportunity for you to have your say on the way Scotland’s land is used for generations to come. “Different... -
Dr Who to wear Harris Tweed jacket
Posted on March 28, 2010 | No CommentsAfter having been contacted by Harris Tweed Textiles, Na h-Eileanan an Iar SNP MP Angus MacNeil, commented on news that Dr Who is to wear a Harris Tweed jacket in... -
Western Isles Councils Response To Castlebay Parent Council
Posted on March 26, 2010 | No CommentsComhairle nan Eilean Siar have accepted the recommendations of the recent HMIe Report on Castlebay Community School and are committed to implementing an action plan that will address the key... -
Innovative partnership between local NHS and UHI
Posted on March 26, 2010 | No CommentsA unique new accredited online university module has been developed as a result of a training programme run by NHS Western Isles. The course has been developed in partnership by... -
Outer Hebrides in the spotlight at Scotland’s largest travel trade show
Posted on March 26, 2010 | No CommentsTourism businesses from the Outer Hebrides are taking part in this year’s flagship event for the travel trade, VisitScotland expo, helping to raise the profile of the region and drive business... -
Hebrides electricity connection planned
Posted on March 25, 2010 | No CommentsScottish Hydro Electric Transmission Limited (SHETL) has submitted applications for consent to construct a 132,000 Volt electricity transmission circuit between Grabhair and Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis If consented... -
Towards a mentally flourishing Western Isles
Posted on March 25, 2010 | No Comments“Across the Western Isles” Mental health improvement work in the Western Isles was showcased at two events held in Lewis and Uist in March. The events were held to inform... -
Loganair take over Highland airways inter-island route
Posted on March 25, 2010 | No Commentsair of Transportation Committee, Councillor Donald Manford said: “I am delighted that a speedy resolution has been agreed following the announcement that Highland Airways had gone into administration. Comhairle nan... -
Labour hammer islanders again with “April fuels day”
Posted on March 25, 2010 | No Comments“Economy of the Hebrides” Western Isles MP, and the SNP’s Transport Spokesperson, Angus MacNeil, has reacted with dismay to Labour’s latest attack on the economy of theHebrides. Labour fuel duty...