Comhairle nan Eilean Siar5 days agoAll directors at community-owned landlord to stand downA review last year raised concerns about the running of Sealladh na Beinne Mòire in South Uist.5 days ago7 days agoWestern Isles bus fares capped at £2 under pilot schemeThe Scottish government initiative is being rolled out across the Highlands and Islands.7 days ago8 days agoCouncil tax rise of 8.5% agreed for the Western IslesLocal authority Comhairle nan Eilean Siar had originally proposed an increase of 9.5%.8 days ago17 Feb 2026Council tax rise of 9.5% proposed for the Western IslesLocal authority Comhairle nan Eilean Siar is facing a shortfall of more than £4m in its 2026-27 budget.17 Feb 202616 Feb 2026Islands Forum scrapped after meeting just four timesThe forum was set up in 2022 to help island local authorities to find solutions to common issues.16 Feb 202611 Feb 2026Isles council staff not getting World Cup public holidayFirst Minister John Swinney previously said 15 June should be designated as a national bank holiday.11 Feb 20264 Feb 2026Prices at council-run island gyms and pools to rise by up to 30%Comhairle nan Eilean Siar says increases will help plug a hole in its budget.4 Feb 20263 Feb 2026Isles council calls for more rural members on transport boardsTransport Scotland says it encourages people with "lived experience" to join the public bodies.3 Feb 202629 Jan 2026Islanders want to see arts and culture protected from council cutsComhairle nan Eilean Siar sought public views on how it should set its new budget.29 Jan 2026...
