The National Plan for Scotland's Islands
This publication has been superseded by the National Islands Plan published in February 2026.
Summary of Strategic Objectives
| Population Levels |
Strategic Objective 1 To address population decline and ensure a healthy, balanced population profile |
|---|---|
| Sustainable Economic Development |
Strategic Objective 2 To improve and promote sustainable economic development |
| Transport |
Strategic Objective 3 To improve transport services |
| Housing |
Strategic Objective 4 To improve housing |
| Fuel Poverty |
Strategic Objective 5 To reduce levels of fuel poverty |
| Digital Connectivity |
Strategic Objective 6 To improve digital connectivity |
| Health, Social Care and Well-being |
Strategic Objective 7 To improve and promote health, social care and wellbeing |
| Environmental Wellbeing and Biosecurity |
Strategic Objective 8 To improve and promote environmental wellbeing and deal with biosecurity |
| Climate Change and Energy |
Strategic Objective 9 To contribute to climate change mitigation and adaptation and promote clean, affordable and secure energy |
| Empowered Island Communities and Strong Local Partnership |
Strategic Objective 10 To empower diverse communities and different places |
| Arts, Culture and Language |
Strategic Objective 11 To support arts, culture and language |
| Education |
Strategic Objective 12 To promote and improve education for all throughout life |
| Implementation |
Strategic Objective 13 To support effective implementation of the National Islands Plan |
Contact
Email: info@islandsteam.scot