Isle of Barra10 Dec 2025Plan for new Skye to South Uist sub-sea cable progressesThe proposed link would replace an existing 34-year-old power cable.10 Dec 20258 Dec 2025Ferry disruption compensation scheme extendedScottish ministers are including more Hebridean islands in the scheme after public feedback.8 Dec 202515 Sep 2025Plan to reduce cleaning in Western Isles schoolsThe Comhairle nan Eilean Siar department responsible for the services plans to consult on the plan.15 Sep 20251 Sep 2025Music award in memory of Manchester Arena victim Eilidh MacLeodBagpiper Eilidh, from Barra, was 14 when she was killed in the 2017 terror attack after an Ariana Grande concert.1 Sep 202527 Aug 2025Police dog helps find drugs worth £10,000 on BarraTwo people were arrested following searches of properties in Castlebay.27 Aug 20258 Aug 2025Scammers target hotel bookings on Isle of BarraPolice Scotland has issued a warning about fraudsters emailing hotel guests.8 Aug 20257 Aug 2025Council fined after death of care home residentThe 69-year-old man, who had dementia, died after he went missing from the home in Barra.7 Aug 202524 Jun 2025Debate around single authority for Western IslesCouncillors discuss the pros and cons following concerns about a £26.5m budget deficit.24 Jun 202527 May 2025Island hospital radiology service revamp completedNHS Western Isles received Scottish government funding for the upgrade at Uist and Barra Hospital.27 May 2025...
