Lochmaddy17 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 20263 Mar 2026Scottish government increases funding for culling Uist geeseThe birds are blamed for damaging crops and grazing in parts of the Western Isles.3 Mar 202629 Nov 2025Which are the best west coast ferries to spot whales and dolphins?Conservationists travel on CalMac routes to record sea life in Scotland's waters.29 Nov 202528 Feb 2024Revamped pier reopens after almost year-long delayLochmaddy Pier will eventually be used by new ferries being built for CalMac's Little Minch routes.28 Feb 202421 Jul 2023Lawyers condemn 'disgraceful' trial delaysThe Law Society of Scotland blames GEOAmey for failing custody arrangements.21 Jul 202312 May 2023Delayed catamaran begins sailings on Arran routeThe boat, hired at a cost of £9m, still has an issue which prevents it from sailing on the Islay route.12 May 202327 Apr 2023Chartered CalMac catamaran to begin sea trialsCalMac hopes MV Alfred will soon be providing relief services on its west coast ferry routes.27 Apr 202323 Mar 2023Ferries diverted just hours after harbour reopensCalMac said the reopening of Skye's Uig terminal not going to plan had caused disruption and upset.23 Mar 20232 Mar 2023Knock-on disruption after ferries' returns delayedCalMac has set out a series of issues affecting a number of its west coast ferries and services.2 Mar 2023...
