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UK’s prettiest locations including Isle of Skye and St Michael’s Mount in Cornwall - top 20 list

These are the UK’s prettiest locations

Kirkwall, Orkney islands

Orkney islands linked to gene mutation which increases cancer risk

These are the rules for extended households in Scotland under lockdown

These are the rules for extended households in Scotland under lockdown

Bird flu has been found in chickens at a Scottish farm - but humans are not at r...

Some further relaxing of restrictions were announced today.

Great news - but care must still be taken

Western Isles have been ranked in the top five.

Islands topping the list with Eilean Siar making fifth place

University of the Highlands and Islands students in Stornoway.

University of Highlands and Islands confirms its commitment to the Western Isles

Residents in the Western Isles can now order larger items such as furniture and fridges.

Argos expands deliveries to the Western Isles

Test and Protect programme announced, but it will have to be done differently in...

If you’re saving money on your daily commute, and can afford to help, you could #DonateYourCommute to fuel Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance.

#DonateYourCommute to fuel Scotland’s air ambulances
Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) has launched a new fundraising campaign asking supporters to donate the cost of their usual travel expenses to the charity.

Hauliers taking goods to Orkney and Shetland receive discounts on fares for advance bookings, weekend rates and an empty trailer discount, and called on the Scottish Government to create a level playing field by extending these discounts to the Western Isles ferry service.

Calls for a ‘level playing field’ on ferry fares for Western Isles’ hauliers

Islanders are being invited to have their say on new recycling scheme

End of the Road for Lewis and Harris

Western Isles Council calls for roll out of Goose Pilot Project

Loganair helps Western Isles organisations take off

Western Isles on course to better control over seabed management

Loganair aim to reduce impact of strike action

Well known singers Kathleen Macinnes (pictured) and below Julie Fowlis will be performing at the May concert.

Between Islands project celebrates the shared heritage of Orkney, Shetland and t...

An artists impression of the plant that Mr Irvine hopes to build in either Shetland, Orkney or the Western Isles.

Cheaper oil plan for islanders

Fishing fleet urged to take part in vital industry survey

Parking charges will be introduced at Stornoway Airport on July 1st

Airport is to extend concessions ahead of the new parking rules

New year brings new funding for Lewis museum

The Stornoway and Leverburgh lifeboats were called out to assist the vessel until the ETV arrived from its Orkney base.

Another sticken vessel leads to call for West Coast ETV

Loganair increase baggage allowance

The semi-final squad.

Lewis and Harris squad triumph in semi-final

Could the past be the foundation for a better economic future in the Western Isles?

Digging up a boost to the economy

Best start for Western Isles babies
All babies born in the Western Isles after 15th August will now receive a box full of essential items to help give them the best possible start in life.

MP calls for use of local knowledge to optimise roll out of fibre broadband

Mark McDonald, Mona and Magnus with dad Patrick and Leanne Young pictured helping design a baby box.

Boxes help raise awareness

Sponsor sought to support the '¨talented athletics Island Select

New Life for the Screen Machine

Openreach recruitment drive complete

Highlands and Islands MSP Rhoda Grant

MSP raises ETV concerns with Secretary of State for Scotland

Fraser Burr has formally taken over the reins as Local Senior Officer for the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland.

A new fire chief is appointed for Isles

Lewis and Harris match against Lossie venue and date

Scottish athletes support Highlands young ambassadors

Lewis and Harris too strong for Orkney in cup

Western Isles third best to raise kids

Deputy First Minister John Swinney says the Government wants to deliver a world class education for every child in the country

Digital teaching to link up rural schools

Islands Bill announcement

Islands' athletic success

£10m of funding up for grabs for historic communities

New cruise season for Stornoway starts

Gazette Letters - Letter To The Western Isles
As an Orcadian, I care deeply about the island communities that surround me. Having enjoyed a childhood, a working life and a loving family, I have benefitted greatly from the culture, people and opportunities that Orkney has provided me over the years.

Stations to be used as communication emergency hubs

New date for Jock Mackay Cup final

Semi final date for Lewis and Harris FC

Islands are the happiest place to live in the UK

Discussion of innovation zone for Scottish Islands

Drive carefully in bad weather warns the Institute of Advanced Motoring.

Motorists warned to take precautions as Storm Abigail approaches

Celebrating our saint

Steven Spielberg is directing a film version of The BFG. Picture: Getty

Steven Spielberg uses Scottish locations for BFG film

Strong winds are expected across Scotland, with coastal areas in particular likely to be affected.

Wind and heavy rain warning across Scotland