'Each of the issues poses a threat on its own. In combination, they threaten the very existence of thriving resident communities, and those communities are beginning to fight back' // Rhoda Meek
administration ordered two new vessels from a Scottish shipyard. Those too have been the subject of many a headline, failing to materialise on time – the budget blown.In the meantime, many west coast communities have been left with less than 50% of their usual ferry capacity this year. As a result, many tourist businesses report a similar loss in turnover since the season started.
CalMac executives finally made the journey to South Uist to meet with residents a few weeks ago. They required a lengthy detour and had to leave a vehicle on the mainland. Neither fact was lost on those who attended the meeting.The visitors assured those present that they were listening. Those present were less convinced, pointing out that an apology had been entirely lacking.
Just because another route exists doesn’t mean it will suddenly be able to accept additional traffic. The tourist season is short and businesses need to make the most of it to get through the winter. To do that, they need staff and staff need somewhere to live. With the working-age population already at a premium, volunteers for boards and organisations are spread far too thinly.
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