Hannah MacDonald of Community Energy Scotland was at the Old Lochmaddy School last night to present information on the Islands Centre for Net Zero and Islands Community Action Network, two useful support platforms on the path towards decarbonisation. It was interesting to hear where issues reside and how Orkney, Shetland, and the Western Isles are communicating and collaborating. There was also a specific problem brought to the floor, illustrating how it is possible to reach out to ICNZ for assistance.

On Saturday ceramist Miranda Forrest stopped by Old Lochmaddy School to give a talk on developing pigments from the landscape, followed by a practical demonstration. Many thanks to all those who came along to learn more about the artistic potential of the Uist landscape - and of course to Miranda for her time and expertise.