The quote of the Scottish Rural and Island Parliament for me was "we may be volunteers, but we're not amateurs."
Fewer of us should need to be volunteers. Revenue funding, please.
@wodieskodie@SunScotNational Great article. I am increasingly frustrated about the unwillingness of national bodies to engage effectively with rural communities, listen to what we say and then positively work with us. Lots is buzz words but little action. The resilience needed from volunteers is huge
Glenkens’ Buildings Take Center Stage in Energy Efficiency Studies
Two useful reports into the energy efficiency of our Galloway buildings have been published by the Glenkens Community and Arts Trust (GCAT).
https://t.co/55ZQ2pnhDv
Thank you to everyone who stopped by at the Old Mortality Sculpture this afternoon to hear from the experts at @gracielaains on stone carving and working with sandstone. A mixture of science and art, with stone referred to as being ‘alive’!
The Glenkens has been selected to take part in our Land Use programme! The participatory sessions will explore ways to address shared challenges, identify sustainable land-based opportunities and give voice to the local community.
Get involved: https://t.co/S5sshkryNy
Work has started on my oak frame house in Galloway..it’s been a long time coming and did think at one stage, a few years ago,that it wouldn’t happen. Introducing Barskeoch Wood Lodge .
Help shape the future of #energy
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A new Community Fund Advisor vacancy has arisen in our south of Scotland team. For full details on this new full-time and home-based role, visit https://t.co/UPkdEUjqlH
Deadline: 13th June