Additional funding to support crofters in remote and marginal communities
The scheme helps crofters to upgrade housing or build new homes, allowing them to achieve the full potential of their crofts while generating economic activity.
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Tourism chiefs demand reopening date ‘now’
Thousands of tourism businesses in Scotland are ineligible for grants and could go to the wall ‘in weeks,’ says STA.
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Views sought on life during lockdown
The Scottish Government has launched an online forum where people can reflect on the lockdown restrictions
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Ferry services ‘can’t stay afloat forever’ – MSP
Michael Matheson MSP has added his signature today to a letter from the Scottish, Welsh and Northern Irish governments warning that some routes could sink unless there is intervention.
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Argyll and Bute in lockdown amid coronavirus crisis
Stringent measures brought in to dampen virus spread
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Schools and nurseries expected to close
‘There will require to be a lot of local flexibility and we are working closely with local authorities to put those arrangements in place.’
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‘More substantial commitment’ sought after Rest and Be Thankful funding announcement
‘We are calling for the committee to firm up the timescales involved to deliver a permanent solution to Rest and Be Thankful saga.’
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Ferry service funding on the agenda at meeting with Scottish Government
‘We are working hard to raise understanding, at all levels, of Argyll and Bute’s challenges and opportunities.’
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Government gives go ahead for Clachaig Glen wind farm
‘We look forward to working closely with the council and local residents going forward.’
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Council seeks UK Government support for ‘fragile’ Kintyre economy
‘The Rural Growth Deal which has been secured for Argyll and Bute should now either be enhanced in terms of funding available or the current blueprint revisited to reflect the needs of the local community.’