Published Date:
26 May 2009
THE Scottish Parliament is to be asked to back the idea of a festival of island cultures to follow the Homecoming Scotland celebrations.
Rob Gibson, a Highlands and Islands SNP MSP, has lodged a motion calling for a debate on the issue, arguing it could attract more visitors and investment.
He said an island festival in 2011 would be a "natural development" of this year's Homecoming Scotland.
There is growing support for the idea, and already Argyll and Bute, Orkney, Shetland, Western Isles, North Ayrshire and Highland councils are promoting the importance of their islands to the nation's economy, sustainable growth, environment and cultural diversity.
Mr Gibson said: "A year of island cultures is a cracking idea.
"I hope that all MSPs sign the motion.
An islands festival would help raise their profile, so people can live, taste and see what they have to offer."
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Last Updated:
25 May 2009 11:37 PM
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Source:
The Scotsman
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Location:
Edinburgh
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Related Topics:
Homecoming
