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Spaceport 1 Airspace Change Consultation
Formal consultation on the proposed airspace change associated with Spaceport 1, Scolpaig, North Uist will commence on 20 March and close on 24 May 2024. The airspace change application is being managed by ‘change sponsor’ QinetiQ on behalf of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar. As rocket launch poses a risk to aviation, it is necessary to…
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Comhairle Outdoor Learning Manager Meets with Minister
The meeting was focused on giving Ms Don a flavour of the educational value of good quality outdoor learning in a residential setting. Tim was keen to ensure the minister understood the difficulties young people in peripheral areas like the islands face in accessing outdoor residential experiences. Its second focus was looking at how Outdoor…
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UK Parliamentary Election Voter ID: Reminder
The Returning Officer at Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is reminding voters in the Western Isles of the requirement for Voter ID at the next UK Parliamentary General Election. Although no date has been set for the Election it is important that members of the public are prepared so that they are ready to participate and…
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Sport and Health Update
Following the Comhairle’s budget setting process changes to the Slàinte Mhath Membership scheme, pay as you go prices and Sports facility opening hours will come into effect from 1 April 2024. Budget Context In January Cllr Paul Steele, Leader of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, noted that the Scottish Government’s Financial Settlement had left the Comhairle…
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Comhairle Welcomes New Homes for Leverburgh
The Comhairle has welcomed the news that Hebridean Housing Partnership will be taking forward the development of 12 new social rented homes in Leverburgh, Isle of Harris. The new homes, to be located on Ferry Road, will provide a much-needed opportunity for the community, helping to address immediate housing needs in South Harris, as well…
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New Operator for Benbecula to Stornoway Service
Following a tender process Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has awarded Hebridean Air Services the contract to operate the Benbecula to Stornoway Air Service. The agreement with Hebridean Air Services will see the service return to three days of operation per week with passengers able to book return flights on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday. Passengers will…
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Tribute Paid to Former Councillor
Cllr Kenny Macleod, Convener of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has paid tribute to former Councillor, Allan F Macleod who passed away at St Brendan’s Hospital, Barra, on 9 March. Cllr Kenny Macleod, said: “Allan F MacLeod served on the Comhairle from 1994 to 1999 as a member for Castlebay. Mr Macleod was Vice-Chair of the…
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National Care Day 2024
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar celebrated National Care Day 2024 with a drop-in event at An Lanntair, Stornoway on Friday 15 February. National Care Day is a national celebration of the care experienced community. The activity based drop-in event in Stornoway focussed on the role of “Corporate Parents”. When a child comes into care, the Comhairle becomes…
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Tributes Paid to Former Councillor and Vice Convener
The Convener of the Comhairle, Councillor Kenneth Macleod, has paid tribute to former Councillor and Vice Convener, Mr Roddy Murray, who passed away aged 85 on 4 March 2024 in hospital in Inverness. The Convener said: “Roddy Murray was a senior official of the Comhairle for many years, rising to the position of Depute Director…
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Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024 Begins
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar joins Western Isles Employability and Developing the Young Workforce Outer Hebrides in celebrating Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2024, which starts today. Scottish Apprenticeship Week is an annual celebration of the positive impact apprenticeships have on apprentices, employers, and the local economy. Comhairle nan Eilean Siar currently supports a wide range of apprenticeships…
