National Strategy for Economic Transformation
SIF was invited to the presentation of the National Strategy for Economic Transformation by Kate Forbes MSP (Cabinet Secretary for Finance & Economy) on Tuesday 1st March. The Strategy sets …
These are submissions that SIF has made to the Scottish Government on a variety of topics.
SIF was invited to the presentation of the National Strategy for Economic Transformation by Kate Forbes MSP (Cabinet Secretary for Finance & Economy) on Tuesday 1st March. The Strategy sets …
In general terms we fully support the vision, the strategic intents, and the priorities. Our concern is around the extent to which the situation on the ground in island communities …
To many young islanders, the cost of the ferry journey (or plane) is the main barrier to participation and access, and the plan, as it currently stands, introduces a further …
If the situation in islands is recognised within the proposals, we believe there is a good opportunity within the sector to grow good, skilled jobs and career paths, contributing to …
High standards of animal welfare are a USP of small scale, low impact crofting and farming in islands but by default, due to remote geography, transport restraints and limited accessibility …
The Scottish Government recently conducted a consultation on providing free bus travel for under 19’s. We welcomed this proposal and requested it be extended to cover free ferry travel for …
Good digital connectivity is pivotal to the sustainability and ambition of island and remote communities and yet obstacles continue to frustrate inclusive progress. Different solutions and alternative technologies are required …
A key part of the Islands (Scotland) Act, Island Community Impact Assessments are due to come into force later this month. The Scottish Government recently conducted a consultation on the …
Short-term lets feature significantly in the sustainability of island communities, supporting economic growth, services and supply chains through tourism as well ashousing the many essential contract and project workers that …
Communication with our SIF members since the start of lockdown enabled us to understand and gather insight into the many issues we face as island communities as a result of …