I was very happy to attend this year's Islay, Jura and Colonsay Agricultural Show.

It was great to hear about the terrific working being done by the Islay Development Initiative with their Islay Pollinator Initiative which generates employment including 2 Modern Apprentices in Bee-keeping.

I spoke to local farmers about single farm payment delays, feed prices, fuel prices, broadband speed and the poor quality of our infrastructure.

I also met with the Islay Book Festival team and heard from my constituents from across Islay, Jura and Colonsay about numerous local issues all of which will addressed.

A huge thank you to all the hard working volunteers who helped make this years show possible.

Cllr Alastair Redman