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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… »
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Western Isles police station closures
Posted on January 25, 2011 | No CommentsThe move to close 16 local police stations across the Highlands and Islands – including several in the Western Isles – was first mooted in November last year. At the... -
Western Isles census team ready to go
Posted on January 25, 2011 | No CommentsThe team leading delivery of Scotland’s Census in the Western Isles is now in place, with Census Day just two months away. Census Regional Manager Annie Delin, from Point, has... -
Allan speaks at opening of Western Isles sensory centre
Posted on January 24, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, spoke on Friday at the official opening of the new Western Isles Sensory Centre. Dr Allan praised the work of the new centre in Esplanade... -
Scotland’s Islands calls for event funding applications from the Western Isles
Posted on January 24, 2011 | No Comments24 January 2011: The Scotland’s Islands project is appealing to organisers of events which highlight the vibrant culture and creativity, outstanding natural environment and quality produce of Scotland’s Islands to come forward and apply... -
Priority for Hebrides farmers’ payments
Posted on January 23, 2011 | No CommentsIn the wake of severe weather conditions, significant efforts are being made to get vital Less Favoured Areas Support Scheme (LFASS) payments into farmers’ bank accounts as soon as possible. Part... -
Warning of £8 a gallon petrol in Western Isles
Posted on January 23, 2011 | No CommentsThe Western Isles motorist already hit hard in the pocket for fuel will be praying for the introduction of a fuel regulator system sooner rather than later as the RAC... -
Families give Stornoway’s golf club Sunday opening thumbs up
Posted on January 23, 2011 | No CommentsSunday opening officially got underway at Stornoway Golf Club this afternoon. The club opened its doors at 12pm and was soon attracting families and patrons taking advantage of the new... -
Western Isles schools closure threat continues
Posted on January 22, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles Council are not yet willing to let their school closure plans be brushed aside and despite the Scottish Governmnet ruling that primaries Seilebost and Carloway and Lionel and... -
No National Park status in the Western Isles
Posted on January 21, 2011 | No CommentsNational Park status will not be created in Western Isles in the Harris region. Many islanders are disappointed by the news, although concerns had been raised about the restrictions park... -
Western Isles MSP to hold coastguard debate in parliament
Posted on January 21, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, has secured a debate in the Scottish Parliament calling for the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to abandon plans to cut the number of Coastguard... -
Jobs lost in Stornoway
Posted on January 20, 2011 | No CommentsThere was another blow to the Western Isles economy when it was announced last night (Wednesday) that Highland Alternative Energy Ltd (HAEL) with a branch in Stornoway have decided to... -
Bull Scheme for Western Isles crofters remains open
Posted on January 19, 2011 | No CommentsThe Crofters Commission has announced that because of adverse weather conditions it is aware that many crofters have not had an opportunity to arrange meetings to finalise their applications for the Cattle Improvement... -
New telephone system for Western Isles council
Posted on January 19, 2011 | No CommentsComhairle nan Eilean Siar is introducing a new IP telephone system as from the 31st January 2011. This will result in new numbers for existing extensions. The existing telephone system... -
Hebrides housing conference
Posted on January 19, 2011 | No CommentsOver the past six months, community organisation Sustainable Uist has been carrying out a research project into the prospects for improving the energy efficiency of older, traditionally-built houses in the... -
NHS Western Isles staff complete public health certificate
Posted on January 19, 2011 | No CommentsStaff within the NHS Western Isles and partner organisations have successfully completed a Public Health certificate in Nutrition and Health, delivered by the Nutrition Training Company. This is a nationally recognised... -
Sea shepherds manage their island flocks
Posted on January 18, 2011 | No CommentsThe Hebrides has crofters who must cross the sea to tend their flocks and now the story of ‘The Sea Shepherds’ will be shown by BBC Alba. The Shiant Islands just off the Isle of... -
Stornoway Golf club win Sunday opening battle
Posted on January 18, 2011 | No CommentsAfter a protracted battle to win the right to open on a Sunday Stornoway Golf Club have won their legal case. Following an appeal hearing at Inverness Sheriff Court last month, Sheriff... -
Western Isles MSP condemns UK government fuel backtrack
Posted on January 18, 2011 | No CommentsWestern Isles MSP, Alasdair Allan, has condemned the UK Government’s apparent decision to shelve its promised cut in fuel duty for island communities, saying it showed Westminster’s “absolute contempt for... -
Western Isles woman protecting Stornoway Black Pudding on the web
Posted on January 17, 2011 | No CommentsA pensioner from the Western Isles has become a video star in a bid to protect Stornoway black pudding from imitators. In the film, Mor Macleod shares her traditional method for making... -
Strong Scots Presence at Stornoways Celtic Media Festival
Posted on January 17, 2011 | No CommentsThere is a strong Scots presence among the contenders for prizes at the 32nd annual festival celebrating the best of TV, radio and film from the ‘Celtic’ nations and regions,...