Eilean Siar

British

/ ˈeɪlən ˈsɪə /

noun

the Scottish Gaelic name for Western Isles

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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar had originally proposed increasing bills by 9.5%, but the local authority's policy and resources committee backed a lower figure of 8.5%, which was confirmed on Tuesday.

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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has proposed a 9.5% increase, Midlothian is contemplating a rise of 9% and councillors in Shetland have suggested a 7.3% hike.

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Scotland's island councils - Shetland, Orkney and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar - have either rejected or paused tourist tax plans.

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The local council, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, said it had received reports relating to low frequency sounds from a small number of islanders.

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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar - All primary and secondary schools will be closed to all pupils.

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