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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has already welcomed the passing of The Scottish Languages Bill by the Scottish Parliament and looks forward to working closely with communities, Government, Bòrd na Gàidhlig and other partner agencies to implement Strategic and Locality Plans in accordance with statutory Guidelines and Advice which are due to be published shortly by Scottish Government.

The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) in Western Isles has issued letters to electors in Ward 7 (An Taobh Siar Agus Nis) and Ward 8 (Loch A Tuath) regarding postal voting for UK Parliamentary elections.

Eilean Siar Energy was formally launched today, Tuesday 15 July in Stornoway, marking a significant milestone in work to bring stakes in island windfarm projects into community control.

The Comhairle's Environmental Health team has been notified that the raised levels of naturally occurring bivalve shellfish biotoxins at East Loch Roag have returned to safe levels.

Cllr Uisdean Robertson, Chair of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, has asked for clarity regarding Scottish Government’s position on Road Equivalent Tariff (RET).

Cllr Uisdean Robertson Chair of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar’s Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has called for long-term solutions following the launch of Scottish Government’s Islands Business Resilience Fund.

Residents in the Western Isles have reported receiving emails, supposedly from the DVLA, informing them that their vehicle tax is overdue.

The Outdoor Play Spaces survey will evaluate the quality, location, and range of outdoor play facilities in the Outer Hebrides, including equipped play areas, and more informal play spaces, to help planning for outdoor play opportunities for children, young people, and families.

The Care Inspectorate has published a report acknowledging significant service improvements at Taigh Shiphoirt following an inspection carried out in June 2025.

Cllr Kenny Macleod, Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar presented Lewis and Harris Rangers Supporters Club with a plaque in recognition of their 50th anniversary on 26 June 2025.