Isle of Benbecula18 Mar 2026Comhairle could take over surplus MoD land in BenbeculaThe land at West Camp, Balivanich, had been part of a rockets testing facility.18 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Bad weather blamed for Uist filling stations running out of petrolSupplier Certas Energy says strong winds prevented fuel arriving to the islands by boat.17 Mar 20264 Mar 2026Banking group asked to reconsider Balivanich branch closureThe Bank of Scotland in Benbecula is due to close in July.4 Mar 202627 Feb 2026All directors at community-owned landlord to stand downA review last year raised concerns about the running of Sealladh na Beinne Mòire in South Uist.27 Feb 202625 Feb 2026Western Isles bus fares capped at £2 under pilot schemeThe Scottish government initiative is being rolled out across the Highlands and Islands.25 Feb 202624 Feb 2026Locations of GP walk-in clinics to 'cut 8am rush' revealed The first minister said the centres would ease capacity pressures on family doctors.24 Feb 202624 Feb 2026NHS Western Isles claims success at cutting single-use cup wasteSince a surcharge was introduced on single-use cups there has been a 94% drop in usage.24 Feb 202610 Dec 2025Fears raised over future of island dental serviceUist is to be left without any permanent dentists early next year after services were centralised.10 Dec 202510 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 2025...
