Society and Culture

Netmums: Western Isles - The local branch of a family of websites set up by mums run for and with anyone involved in caring for young children. Provides help and local information on things to do.
http://www.netmums.com/westernisles

Hebridean-Life.com - A guide to living in the Outer Hebrides. Includes information about relocation.
http://www.hebridean-life.com

Uist Hedgehog Rescue - Coalition of animal groups working together to rescue and relocate hedgehogs from the Uists and Benbecula to the mainland in Scotland.
http://www.uhr.org.uk/

Nicolson, Angus - The thoughts of a former councillor.
http://angusnicolson.blogspot.com

Alasdair Allan MSP - A regular update on the life and press releases of the MSP for the Western Isles.
http://alasdairallan.blogspot.com

Saorsa - A personal view about Eriskay by an inhabitant, with images of the island and notes of voyages around the West Coast.
http://www.isle-of-eriskay.com/

Western Isles Women's Aid - Charitable organisation offering help and support for all women living in the area. Information on domestic abuse, benefits, refuge, children's clothes exchange is included.
http://www.wiwasty.co.uk

Western Isles Scottish National Party - News, campaigns, candidates, elected representatives and contact details.
http://www.snpwesternisles.com/

Roots Hebrides - Advice on tracing your roots back to the Hebrides, includes history of Hebridean emigration, personal case studies and links to other resources.
http://www.rootshebrides.com/

The Arch Project - A horticultural project which aims to benefit the Outer Hebrides Community by providing affordable organic produce for those on low income, and horticultural training.
http://www.thewesternisles.co.uk/arch-project.htm

Councillor Angus Nicolson - A councillor in the locality, responsible for planning and the environment. Information about how the decisions concerning wind farms were made.
http://www.nicolsonca.co.uk/angusnicolson/