RET in Western Isles branded ‘election bribe’
The pilot RET scheme which offers low cost ferry fares to and from the Western Isles has been described as nothing more than an ‘SNP […]
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The long way home for injured Western Isles sailor
After experiencing the vagaries of the high seas and seeing some unique cultures Stewart Graham, 46, who owns Inverness and Western Isles based Gael Force, […]
Western Isles National Trust staff prepare properties for tourists
The National Trust for Scotland’s properties across the Outer Hebrides are being prepared to welcome spring and summer visitors. On St Kilda visitors will be able to see the results of last […]
Partial Road Closure sandwick road Stornoway
As part of the on-going works required for the construction of the new Nicolson Institute, the main contractor FMP will commence operations to widen Sandwick Road (A866) […]
Coastguard proposals must be put to vote
Western Isles MP Angus MacNeil has expressed frustration that a second debate on the future of coastguard service has taken place in Westminster Hall – […]
Warning Over Western Isles Doorstep Callers
Trading Standards Officers advise members of the public to exercise caution before admitting doorstep callers into their homes. A spokesperson said ‘Always ask to see […]
Ferry pilot boost’s Hebridean tourism
An early report into the findings of the ‘Assessment of the Impacts of the Road Equivalent Tariff Pilot’ was released by Transport Scotland today – […]
Western Isles SNP candidate welcomes “Fair Fuel Stabiliser”
Western Isles SNP candidate Alasdair Allan, has welcomed the Chancellor’s introduction of a “Fair Fuel Stabiliser”, but said there is a very long way to go before the islands enjoy […]
Police in Western Isles target those supplying alcohol to young people
Police in the Western Isles are tightening the rein on those who supply alcohol to underage young people and are asking public to be just […]
Lews Castle College to Lead on Key Marine Renewable Energy Research Project
Lews Castle College UHI, part of the University of the Highlands and Islands, is to lead on a key research project that could help to […]
NHS Western Isles endorses the appointment of specialist neurological nursing support
NHS Western Isles today (Tuesday) agreed in principle the need to further develop neurological services and enhance local support for patients with MS and other […]
NHS Western Isles achieves Silver Healthy Working Lives Award
Just over a year after achieving the Healthy Working Lives Bronze Award, NHS Western Isles has been successful in achieving the prestigious Silver Award. NHS […]
Funds raised for Hebridean Men’s Cancer Group
An impressive total of £290 raised from the annual Men’s Health Forum ‘ Battle of the Sexes’ event was recently handed over to the Hebridean men’s Cancer […]
Development of Respiratory Services in the Western Isles
A number of developments have taken place recently to further improve Respiratory Services in the Western Isles and the management of patients with Chronic Obstructive […]