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Energy ‘risks’ to birds studied

on November 20, 2012 Total Views: 13 Daily Views: 0

20 November 2012 Last updated at 10:27 Researchers based in Thurso will examine potential risks to seabirds The potential effects of wave, tide and offshore wind energy projects on marine wildlife are "largely unknown", according to researchers. The Environmental Research Institute (ERI) in Thurso said the lack of knowledge was because the sector was still in its early stages. Researchers at ERI are focusing their research on potential threats posed to seabirds. They will create an index to show the species that are most at risk. ERI, which is part of the University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), has set out a summary of the research. The researchers said: "We are currently witnessing the rapid development of the marine renewable energy industry in Scotland. "However, owing to the early stages of existing developments and associated monitoring projects, the ecological effects of generating...

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Life in Disney-Pixar’s Brave new world

on November 19, 2012 Total Views: 21 Daily Views: 0

19 November 2012 Last updated at 00:29 By Steven McKenzie BBC Scotland Highlands and Islands reporter The exploits of the film's lead character Merida surprised some audiences, producer Katherine Sarafian said Ahead of the release of Disney-Pixar's Brave on DVD, the director and producer of the animated film set in ancient Scotland about Merida, a flame-haired princess, reflect on life since the movie hit cinemas this summer. Director Mark Andrews admits to feeling ...

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Suspected bug shuts hospital ward

on November 14, 2012 Total Views: 17 Daily Views: 1

14 November 2012 Last updated at 16:51 Patients at the Western Isles Hospital in Stornoway have been struck by suspected cases of the norovirus winter vomiting bug. NHS Western Isles said "medical ward two" at the hospital had been closed to new admissions and visitors as a precaution until further notice. The health board said norovirus had not been confirmed at this stage. It said the bug's symptoms, which include nausea and diarrhoea, usually pass after a few days. NHS Western Isles infection control manager, Jennifer Macdonald, said: "The virus is easily spread by contact with an infected person, especially through their hands. "As the infection is so contagious, we would urge members of the public to ensure they follow infection

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Lighthouse’s anniversary marked

on November 14, 2012 Total Views: 18 Daily Views: 0

14 November 2012 Last updated at 13:45 The lighthouse became automated in the 1990s The 150th anniversary of the Butt of Lewis Lighthouse in the Western Isles is being celebrated this month. Engineer David Stevenson led the construction of the lighthouse in 1862 and in the early days its light was fuelled by vegetable or fish oils. From the 1930s to 1971, the station had a radio link with keepers operating the isolated Flannan Isle Lighthouse. Flannan...

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Man airlifted from island beach

on November 13, 2012 Total Views: 18 Daily Views: 0

13 November 2012 Last updated at 19:32 A man has been airlifted to hospital in the Western Isles after he became trapped on a beach by the rising tide. The 59-year-old had been with his daughter walking dogs at Coll on the east coast of Lewis when they got into difficulty. They used a mobile phone to raise the alarm at about 15:30. The woman made it to dry land but her father had to be rescued by the Stornoway Coastguard helicopter. His condition was not known.

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Truckers bumpy road risk reduced

on November 11, 2012 Total Views: 19 Daily Views: 0

11 November 2012 Last updated at 10:23 Vibrations have been blamed for causing eye damage and back pain The health risks bumpy roads pose to lorry drivers have been reduced by a European project, according to a Scottish council involved. Research suggested travelling on uneven surfaces caused vibrations in lorry cabs that could damage drivers' eyes, spines, and also risk heart disease. In tests, lower tyre pressures on lorries' wheels were found to reduce how much drivers were bounced around. Roadex, a project involving European public bodies, held the trials. Highland Council, which is a Roadex partner, has now published a report on the legacy of the work, which began in 1998. The scheme allows members to share information on how best to maintain roads in remote and rural areas. About 70 trucks used in forestry work in Scotland have since ...

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