Are you finding it difficult to recruit and retain staff? Looking for new ways to fill vacancies and grow your workforce? Many employers across Scotland’s islands face ongoing recruitment challenges. …
In this episode of SIF Island Voices we interviewed Adele Lidderdale, our newest SIF Director. Adele Lidderdale is an Orcadian with a strong interest in policy and energy. Adele is …
We are delighted to share the next episode of our SIF Island Voices mini podcast. In Episode 3 we speak to Luke Fraser, Chair of the Scottish Islands Federation. Luke …
The First Minister has announced the implementation of a £10 million Islands Resilience Fund. The Scottish Government is therefore inviting businesses and community organisations to join for an online engagement …
The Scottish Government is seeking your views on how best to maximise take-up of social security entitlements in Scotland. Your input will help shape the next Benefit Take-Up Strategy, due for …
In follow up to our meeting in November, SIF is hosting a meeting on digital connectivity resilience for members on Thursday 25 June 2:00pm to 3:00pm on Zoom. SIGN UP …
Our last meeting was held on Friday 29th May and focused on input into the Scottish Government consultation – School age childcare: a new legal definition – as well as …
Ahead of the election, the Declaration of Island Priorities, developed with SIF members, has been published and shared with all candidates standing for island seats. Covering childcare and care we …
Island Conversations – exploring the new National Islands Plan The Scottish Government’s Islands Team is inviting islanders, community groups and stakeholders to join the next round of Island Conversations — …
Today we have published our Declaration of Island Priorities ahead of the election on 7 May. The declaration is being shared with all candidates standing for island seats. We encourage …
