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About Colonsay
Colonsay and Oransay are together about ten miles long, and about two miles wide. We are known worldwide for beautiful beaches, scenery and biodiversity. Both islands have been inhabited for millenia, as evidenced by shell middens left by their earliest settlers; remains of early settlements can be found all over the island. Evidence of Viking occupation has been found near the sea. There is one main settlement: Scalasaig, where the shop, village hall, and doctors surgery can be found, together with a number of other businesses. There is one hotel with a restaurant and bar, and a cafe/restaurant, The Pantry, which is something of a community hub.
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The Council is elected by and represents the community of the islands of Colonsay and Oransay in the Hebrides. Current councillors are listed below.
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Minutes of previous meetings (2023)
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Minutes of previous meetings (2022)
Public ordinary meetings
15 Nov 2022 · 23 Aug 2022 · 26 Apr 2022 · 15 Feb 2022
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
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Minutes of previous meetings (2021)
Public ordinary meetings
14 Dec 2021 · 5 Oct 2021 · 17 Aug 2021 · 6 Jul 2021 · 14 Jun 2021 · 25 May 2021 · 20 Apr 2021 · 23 Mar 2021 · 9 Mar 2021 · 9 Feb 2021 · 12 Jan 2021
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
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Minutes of previous meetings (2020)
Public ordinary meetings
8 Dec 2020 · 10 Nov 2020 · 13 Oct 2020 · 8 Sep 2020 · 28 July 2020 · 23 June 2020 · 9 June 2020 · 26 May 2020 · 19 May 2020 · 12 May 2020 · 5 May 2020 · 28 Jan 2020
Annual General Meeting (AGM)
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Emergency meetings (Covid-19)
28 Apr 2020 · 21 Apr 2020 · 14 Apr 2020 · 7 Apr 2020 · 31 Mar 2020 · 24 Mar 2020 · 17 Mar 2020
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Minutes of previous meetings (2019)
Public ordinary meetings
26 Nov 2019 · 8 Oct 2019 · 28 May 2019 · 4 Mar 2019 · 4 Feb 2019
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Minutes of previous meetings (2018)
Public ordinary meetings
10 Dec 2018 · 11 Sep 2018 · 10 Jul 2018 · 29 May 2018 · 7 May 2018 · 11 Feb 2018
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Minutes of previous meetings (2017)
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Documents
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Standing orders
Standing orders are the formal written rules and procedures that govern how a community council conducts its business, including meetings, decision-making, voting and the conduct of members. View standing orders online or download as a PDF.
Miscellaneous
Air Service Feedback, May 2022
Camping sub-group report, March 2021
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Local information
Useful contacts, services and community links for residents and visitors on Colonsay and Oronsay.
Health & wellbeing
In an emergency: call 999.
For non-urgent medical care, contact the GP on Colonsay, on-call 24/7, on 01951 200328.
For a map of defibrillator locations, click here
Council services & reporting issues
Many local services are managed by Argyll & Bute Council, rather than the Community Council. To find out which one you need and how to get in touch, click here.
Travel & transport
For information on getting here, see the Visit Colonsay website.
For ferry timetables or status, view CalMac's website or call them on 0800 066 5000.
If the ferry is cancelled for non-weather related reasons, CalMac may repay extra accommodation expenses incurred by ticket holders. Fill in a claim form here.
For flight timetables or information, view the Hebridean Air website.
Tourist information
For visitor information see the Visit Colonsay website, which includes a list of accommodation on Colonsay, aswell as information on things to do, local food and drink, shopping and services, walking, golf and more.
For seasonal information and opening hours for local businesses and attractions, view the latest issue of The Colonsay Times.
A tourist information point can be found outside the Old Waiting Room Gallery, just opposite the ferry terminal.
Community facilities
The Village Hall is located at Scalasaig, inside the Community Garden.
The Service Point sells coal, anthracite & gas, and has a community library; next to the Village Hall, inside the Community Garden at Scalasaig.
The Post Office is next to the Island Shop in Scalasaig.
There is a children's playpark inside the Community Garden.
Public toilets are open 24/7 at the ferry terminal, or inside the Village Hall when it is open.
There is a public phonebox opposite the ferry terminal.
A community noticeboard can be found inside the entryway to the Island Shop and the Post Office at Scalasaig.
There is a recycling centre on the road between Machrins and Scalasaig.
Community organisations
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Defibrillator map
In an emergency, call 999 immediately. The ambulance service can direct you to the nearest available defibrillator and provide any access code required.
This map is intended as a guide only and may not be up to date. Please see the DefibFinder website for live locations.
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