European Rural Parliament
In October, rural and island voices from over 40 countries, including staff and board members from the Scottish Islands Federation, came together in Inverurie for the 6th European Rural Parliament, celebrating …
Welcome to our newest SIF member- Development Coll
Formed in 2006, Development Coll exists to promote the sustainable development and regeneration of the Isle of Coll for the benefit of residents, visitors, groups and businesses. Among a number …
Land and Community Right to Buy Event
Scottish Islands Federation is hosting a meeting with Scottish Government to discuss and feed into the current land and community right to buy policy consultations! Have Your Say! 2 October …
Scottish Islands Federation Strategy 2025-2029
We are pleased to let you know that the Scottish Islands Federation Strategy 2025–2030 has now been published. The document sets out our shared vision, priorities, and actions to strengthen …
Members Evening Round Up
On 27 March, Scottish Islands Federation hosted a members evening coinciding with the AGM. Chaired by Vice Chair Luke Fraser, the event brought together a diverse range of voices, from …
Tarbh Goes to Holyrood!
This week, Scottish Coastal Clean Up, a project of the Balanced Horizon charity, is bringing its crucial marine conservation work to the heart of Scottish politics with an exhibition at …
Online Sessions- National Islands Plan
The Scottish Government’s Islands Team is inviting islanders, community groups and stakeholders to join the conversation on Scotland’s new National Islands Plan, which will be published later this year. These …
Shapinsay- Island Interview
As part of our Featured Island Interview series we interviewed Lisa Marie Muir, Manager and Community Development Officer of Shapinsay Development Trust. Lisa Marie discusses life on the island, including …
Tarbh na Muraig / ‘The Flotsam Cow
Tarbh (or Tarbh na Muraig / ‘The Flotsam Cow,’ to give him his full title) was created entirely from litter collected from Argyll’s beaches as a visual representation of the marine litter …
Member Spotlight- Isle of Gigha Heritage Trust
Update October 2024 The Trust has been progressing the development of 5 new affordable homes for rent on the island which are nearing completion. The properties have been advertised locally …