Scottish Government unveils new islands community strategy

Islanders say they face struggles in childcare, transport and affordable housing.

The Scottish Government has announced plans to create a new strategy to help those living in Scotland’s island communities – but denied the current plan wasn’t fit for purpose.

Deputy first minister Shona Robison was in Stornoway visiting a new deep water port – and says a new plan will be published next year.

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