Islanders have been warned by CalMac’s leadership team that “the age, condition and complexity of the fleet increase the risk of vessel unavailability, which could impact the Group’s ability to deliver a reliable service”.
Millions of broadband customers face another April bill increase despite being tied into lengthy contracts, raising fresh questions over what consumers are actually signing up to.
A senior Scottish Government official has claimed that islanders need “mentoring and training” to make them fit for appointment to quango boards which make key decisions affecting island life.
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