Western Isles Council is to phase in the change which will see lights go off at 22:00.

Residents say the link in the Western Isles is often closed due to high tides and overtopping waves.

The prickly creatures, which pose a threat to nesting birds, first appeared in the isles 50 years ago.

High salaries are on offer to bring doctors and teachers to Scotland's most beautiful remote communities.

Lochmaddy Pier will eventually be used by new ferries being built for CalMac's Little Minch routes.

Management take questions on cancellations to services and lengthy delays to new ships.

Transport Scotland says the fixed links could improve connectivity but adds that some islanders have concerns.

The widow of a postmaster wrongly convicted of stealing tells of the Post Office scandal's lasting impact.