SIF Island Voices 3: Luke Fraser
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 …
Islands Resilience Fund 2026-27 – Online Sessions
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 …
Island Engagement Session- The Next Benefit Take-Up Strategy
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 …
Upcoming Event- Island Digital Connectivity Resilience
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 …
Island Childcare Working Group – Meeting 29th May 2026
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 …
Importance of Childcare Highlighted in Declaration of Island Priorities – 25th March 2026
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 …
THREE UPCOMING NATIONAL ISLAND PLAN EVENTS
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 — …
Declaration of Island Priorities Published
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 …
Upcoming Event- Lost Potential or Unrealised Assets- Island Connections & Return Migration
Thursday 5 March | 7:30pm | Online An informal research presentation, open to all – 5th March 2026 at 7.30pm (UK time) Join the Scottish Islands Federation for a talk …
Second National Islands Plan Published
The publication of the second National Islands Plan marks an important moment for Scotland’s island communities. Building on the foundations of the first Plan, this new framework sets out a …