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Alasdair Allan MSP

http://alasdairallan.blogspot.com/
A regular update on the life and press releases of the MSP for the Western Isles.
Councillor Angus Nicolson

http://www.nicolsonca.co.uk/angusnicolson/
A councillor in the locality, responsible for planning and the environment. Information about how the decisions concerning wind farms were made.
Nicolson, Angus

http://angusnicolson.blogspot.com/
The thoughts of a former councillor.
The Arch Project

http://www.thewesternisles.co.uk/arch-project.htm
A horticultural project which aims to benefit the Outer Hebrides Community by providing affordable organic produce for those on low income, and horticultural training.
Ui Church

http://www.uichurch.co.uk/
History of St Columba’s (or Ui) Church, a 14th Century ruin sitting within its own Cemetery near Stornoway on the Isle of Lewis. Details of the intricately carved stone grave slabs.
VisitScotland: Genealogy in the Outer Hebrides

http://www.visitscotland.com/about/ancestry/outer-hebrides
Advice on tracing your roots back to the Hebrides, includes history of Hebridean emigration, personal case studies and links to other resources.
Western Isles Women's Aid

http://www.wiwasty.co.uk/
Charitable organisation offering help and support for all women living in the area. Information on domestic abuse, benefits, refuge, children's clothes exchange is included.

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