Dave Thompson MSP

Dave Thompson, SNP MSP for Skye, Lochaber and Badenoch, has raised a Parliamentary motion to welcome the £1.9 million funding package for Sabhal Mòr Ostaig from the European Regional Development Fund.

The funding will be used to develop a new 1,050 m2 building at the Kilbeg village site which will house up to 20 new businesses and provide accommodation for 20 staff, supporting 60 construction jobs.

Dave said: “This funding announcement makes a major contribution to the Kilbeg village project, providing almost one third of the total funding. The 60 construction jobs which will be secured are very welcome, and I was particularly pleased to note that this will include six youth apprenticeships.

“As Sabhal Mòr Ostaig celebrate their 40th anniversary this funding will make a major contribution to the future of the college, as well as delivering an economic boost to Kilbeg and the wider Skye and Lochalsh community.”