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Scottish island economic and infrastructure resilience

Overview

The Scottish Government has introduced the first phase of a £10 million Islands Resilience Fund to support businesses impacted by ferry disruptions. Managed by Highlands and Islands Enterprise, the initiative includes an additional £3 million allocated for 2026-27.

In a related infrastructure development, the Shetland Islands Council has approved up to £2.5 million in contingency funding for the Fair Isle ferry project to address potential delays caused by weather, dredging conditions, and existing infrastructure issues.

Entities

Scottish Government · Highlands and Islands Enterprise · Shetland Islands Council · John Swinney · Gillian Martin

Timeline

19 days ago

[BUSINESS] 2 sources
Scotland announces £10 million fund for island business resilience
Scotland has launched a £10 million Islands Resilience Fund to aid businesses facing ferry disruptions, while Shetland Islands Council has approved contingency funds for the Fair Isle ferry project.
25 days ago

[POLITICS] 2 sources
Scotland launches £15 million flood resilience fund
Scotland's government unveiled a £15 million fund for flood resilience, backing sustainable drainage, coastal projects and a new data tool, with Cabinet Secretary Gillian Martin highlighting its role in climate

Sources

caithness-business.co.uk · nen.press · news.stv.tv · shetnews.co.uk