Looking at the gaps in island data
Accurate data is a key tool to enable decision-making, measuring success, advocating and monitoring change, understanding differing circumstances and identifying things that work and yet there is a real gap …
News
S.I.F. at the European Rural Parliament 2019
S.I.F. at the European Rural parliament 2019 by Camille Dressler, S.I.F. Chair The 4th European Rural Parliament took place in Candas, Asturias in Spain on November 6-9, 2019. The host …
Tourist Tax
SIF recognises the exciting potential for the proposed transient visitor levy to generate a new income stream to support the inclusive wellbeing, resilience and sustainability of island communities into the …
Scottish Crown Estate Strategic Management Plan
SIF would welcome a stronger commitment to recognition of communities as potential stakeholders in coastal developments, beyond roles as beneficiaries of a share of generated revenues. This may depend on …
Lismore Stores and Post Office
LISMORE STORES and POST OFFICE, on the delightful Inner Hebridean Island of Lismore, Argyll, needs a new proprietor! Offering a completely different kind of retail experience, this opportunity would be …
Smart Islands in Scotland & Ireland
Led by CoDeL and supported by SIF and the Irish Islands Federation, Smart Islands in Scotland & Ireland brought island communities together to share experiences and develop ways to make …
Scottish Government Local Energy Policy Statement: Consultation Events
The Scottish Government’s Local Energy Policy Statement consultation is now live and you can read more about it here. As part of the process, a series of workshops are being …
Proposed National Islands Plan
SIF was delighted to have played a constructive role in the community consultation of the National Islands Plan. The insight gained directly fed into the development of the first ever …
2019 S.I.F Learning Exchange & AGM on Grimsay
1 to 4 October, Grimsay This year our learning exchange is to Grimsay and we are delighted to be working in partnership with and hosted by CoDeL (Community Development Lense) …
Autumn 2019 Newsletter
Catch up with news from S.I.F and the islands in our latest member bulletin – download here