A scheme aimed at cutting the cost of ferry journeys to and from the Western Isles has been announced by the Scottish Government.
The pilot scheme will involve three main island routes and will cost about £22m to operate over three years.
Locals said the current £140 return car fare from the mainland to Stornoway holds back tourism and development.
Lowering the price of passage on the ferry should increase the number of tourists to the isles. It is a big step in helping their economies. No longer will people have to pay the equivalent of $280 to ride the ferry.
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