Dunvegan trust can press ahead with hub plans
The purchase of the former Gaeltec Buildings at Lonmore, Dunvegan by the Dunvegan Community Trust was formally completed last Friday, with the buildings now set to become a vibrant hub…
BBC had a reputation for “scrupulously unbiased” reporting
It can be hugely convenient for all of us to ignore any kind of bias when it suits our own agenda, political philosophy or social conscience. When the boot is,…
Crofters’ memorial unveiled in Staffin
Sùil nam Brà is a new memorial to the crofters and cottars of Staffin who stood against oppressive landlordism in the 1880s. The memorial is located at The Kilt Rock.…
Kishorn yard’s 50th birthday
Kishorn Port will throw open its gates to the public next month to mark 50 years since the creation of the famous former oil fabrication yard in Wester Ross. The…
Working group a step on road to social care solution
A major conference on adult social care in the Highlands has seen the announcement of a cross-party working group in a bid to tackle the growing crisis in provision. Co-hosted…
TOBAR AN DUALCHAIS: Living heritage for living landscapes
This September, I’ll be teaching again on the Creative Connections online course for Tobar an Dualchais. It’s always fun to meet the participants – a mix of artists, musicians,…