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Prògram Choinnich

Track Information

Original Tape ID

Program Choinnich 26.05.2000

Summary

Discussion about travel between the Western Isles and the mainland.

Donald MacDonald from the Crofter's Union says that ferry tariffs are too high and are hitting crofters.

Donald Manford is Deputy Chairman of the Council's transport committee. He says that the situation has improved but that much remains to be done in terms of travel services.

Council Chairman Alexander MacDonald does not expect to see a reduction in fares, but points to improvements to roads and new causeways.

Recording Location

County - Ross and Cromarty

Parish - Stornoway

Island - Lewis

Village/Place - Stornoway

Language

Gaelic

Collection

BBC

Source Type

Dat

Audio Quality

Good