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A £100 million investment in the future economic prosperity of Orkney, Shetland and the Outer Hebrides was agreed today, as representatives of the UK and Scottish governments joined the Leaders of Comhairle nan Eilean Siar, Orkney Islands Council, and Shetland Island Council to sign the Heads of Terms for the Islands Growth Deal.
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The agreement commits both governments to work collaboratively with Islands Deal partners to deliver a deal focused on: placing the islands at the forefront of the transition to net zero; supporting growth in key sectors of opportunity such as tourism, food and drink, space and creative industries; and, supporting thriving, sustainable communities.
A LOCAL scientist has been appointed as the University of the Highlands and Islandsâ first islandsâ strategy director.
Dr Beth Mouat will lead the delivery of universityâs islands’ strategy, which sets out plans to enhance activity for the benefits of staff, students and communities across Orkney, Shetland and the Western Isles.
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A native Shetlander, where she is joint head of marine science and technology at NAFC Marine Centre in Scalloway, Dr Mouat is said to be excited to have the opportunity to take forward the islands-focused project.
âOur island communities and businesses are diverse, resilient, and innovative, but they face significant challenges,â she said.