News

Plans for the Outer Hebrides community to take an ownership stake in Hebridean wind farms are progressing at pace.

Bin collections in Barra scheduled for Tuesday 3 June will not be taking place due to operational issues.

The Comhairle's Environmental Health team has been notified that there are raised levels of naturally occurring bivalve shellfish biotoxins following routine monitoring at Loch Roag, Miavaig.

Cianalas ’s Dòchas | Homesickness and Hope | Stories of Hebridean Emigration will tell the stories of those who left island shores behind and highlight this important aspect of Hebridean history.

From 1 June 2025, the sale and supply of single-use vapes will be banned across the UK. The new regulations address the environmental and public health challenges posed by disposable vapes.

St Brendan’s Care Home has received a positive report from the Care Inspectorate following an inspection carried out in April 2025.

The Western Isles Local Employability Partnership (LEP) is working with employers to conduct a local skills analysis.

The 50th anniversary of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar was marked with an event at Stornoway Town Hall on Friday 16 May.

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN), the Distribution Network Operator for the north of Scotland is welcoming applications for this year’s Powering Communities to Net Zero fund.

Cllr Uisdean Robertson, Chair of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, last week gave a cautious but qualified welcome following the Scottish Government’s confirmation that the next Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS3) contract will be directly awarded to CalMac Ferries Limited (CFL).