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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… »
Culture Archive
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key year for Hebridean farmers
Posted on January 4, 2012 | No CommentsScotland’s rural sector is well equipped to cope with the challenges that lie ahead, according to Rural Affairs Secretary Richard Lochhead. After a year that brought everything from extreme weather... -
Training of new Harris Tweed weavers set to get underway
Posted on October 10, 2011 | No CommentsA new training course designed to encourage new weavers into the Harris Tweed industry is set to start on Tuesday 11 October 2011 in specially adapted premises in Stornoway. The... -
Western Isles projects being showcased to highlight Leader funding benefits
Posted on September 1, 2011 | No CommentsProjects throughout the Western Isles are being showcased to highlight the benefits LEADER funding can bring. Sixty successful projects are included in the Scottish LEADER Guide which was launched today... -
Western Isles dental centre hosts Cambodian dental nurses for work experience
Posted on August 24, 2011 | No CommentsThe Western Isles Dental Centre is currently hosting two Cambodian Dental Nurses who are visiting for a month for work experience. Srey Ny and Ratana both attended a course for dental nurses in Phnom Penh in Cambodia which... -
Western Isles MSP writes to SNH over guga hunt licence
Posted on August 8, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, has today written to Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) urging them to continue to allow the famous annual guga hunt from Ness in Lewis to continue.... -
What lies beneath in the Outer Hebrides
Posted on July 13, 2011 | No CommentsAncient treasures could be hidden below the waters of the Western Isles and experts believe artefacts from the Mesolithic period (9,000 years ago) lie undiscovered. It is speculated that rising... -
X marks the spot for crofters
Posted on July 13, 2011 | No CommentsPlans to make the Crofters Commission more democratic and accountable have been unveiled today by Environment Minister Stewart Stevenson. The proposals recommend that the majority of the Crofters Commission, to... -
Community consultation on Lews castle museum and archive proposals
Posted on June 20, 2011 | No CommentsDevelopment proposals for Lews Castle have reached a key stage and will be the subject of a community consultation event on Tuesday 28 June 2011 in the foyer of Lews Castle College. The proposals, developed by... -
Mod Fundraiser in Barvas
Posted on May 23, 2011 | No CommentsBarvas and Brue Community Centre will be the location for the latest Mod fundraising ceilidh which takes place this Friday (27th May 2011). A whole host of island talent will... -
Western Isles MSP welcomes funding for Teampull na Trionaid
Posted on March 16, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, has today welcomed news that the Teampull na Trionaid Conservation Association in North Uist is to receive almost £200,000 Scottish Government funding to conserve and... -
New literary guide tells story of Outer Hebrides’ appeal for writers
Posted on March 3, 2011 | No CommentsThe rich literary heritage of the Outer Hebrides is being put firmly on the map thanks to a new guide produced by VisitScotland and the University of Glasgow. Featuring locations... -
Great opportunity for Scalpay says Western Isles MSP
Posted on February 17, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP Alasdair Allan has today said that there is a great opportunity for the Island of Scalpay after landowner Mr Fred Taylor wrote to all residents offering them... -
Gaelic learning week
Posted on March 3, 2010 | No CommentsDuring Easter Stòras Uibhist are offering a unique opportunity to Gàidhlig learners to spend a ‘Learning Week’ in South Uist and its surrounding communities, enhancing and developing their use of... -
Gaelic: A Winner at Scottish Ski Centres?
Posted on March 3, 2010 | No CommentsA research project is set to get underway to assess the impact and benefits of bilingual signage at Scotland’s ski centres. The Gaelic and English signs, at the Lecht, Glenshee,... -
First Isle of Lewis whisky makes history
Posted on February 25, 2010 | No CommentsThe first cask of whisky distilled on the Isle of Lewis in 170 years left the island yesterday (Thursday February 25) having being collected at a ceremony held at the... -
Historical echo in clan chief tribute
Posted on February 24, 2010 | No CommentsEchoing one of the legendary stories about the MacNeils of Barra, and on the day of the funeral of the much loved Clan Chief, Iain Roderick MacNeil of Barra, Western... -
EventScotland announces funding for Hebridean Celtic festival
Posted on February 24, 2010 | No CommentsEventScotland has awarded more than £20K to the Hebridean Celtic Festival, a summer celebration of traditional music, which will take place this year from 14th – 17th July. To mark... -
The Royal National Mod 2013 to be held in Paisley
Posted on February 23, 2010 | No CommentsAn Comunn Gaidhealach, organisers of Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail (Royal National Mod), announced at their AGM on Friday 19 February 2010 that the Mòd will be held in Paisley in 2013. This will be... -
Runrig Join Hall of Fame and Festival Programme for 2010
Posted on February 18, 2010 | No CommentsOne of Scotland’s most renowned Gaelic music artists, Runrig, has been confirmed to play at this year’s Hebridean Celtic Festival. The news comes as the band are listed as one... -
Hebrides crofters put views to comittee
Posted on February 12, 2010 | No CommentsThe Scottish Parliament’s Rural Affairs and Environment Committee will meet in Thurso later this month to hear about the challenges facing crofting in the 21st century as it scrutinises the...