Comhairle nan Eilean Siar SNP Group have warmly welcomed the announcement by the Scottish Government that the Comhairle will receive £6.6 million out of a national fund of £32 million - the highest allocation for a local authority.
Group leader, Cllr Gordon Murray started: "This is a huge boost to our infrastructure in terms of local bridge maintenance and we are grateful to the Scottish Government and Kate Forbes in particular for the much needed allocation. However, special thanks go to our MSP, Dr Alasdair Allan, who campaigned vigorously for this funding even being cited in the Finance minister's budget speech earlier this year. "
Bernera resident and Prospective Council SNP candidate, Angus Macdonald for the new Sgire Uige agus Carlabhagh ward welcomed the completion of the construction saying “It has been a long drawn out process, with delays to the timeline, however the contractors and engineers must be congratulated for bringing this lifeline link to completion. The islanders and businesses affected by the weight restriction on the old bridge must also be congratulated for their patience over the affected period. We look forward to normal access to the island resuming over the next few days, and also look forward to the new picnic area and information boards being completed in ample time for next year’s tourist season.”
Photo : Angus Macdonald, prospective SNP council candidate for Sgire Uige and Carlabhagh and Dr Alasdair Allan MSP
