COMMUNITY OWNERSHIP OF THE ISLE OF EIGG

Early day motion 111, tabled 11 June 1997 by Roseanna Cunningham (Scottish National Party). Signed by 24 members.

That this House congratulates the Isle of Eigg Trust on their successful takeover of the ownership of the island; praises the courage and determination the islanders have demonstrated throughout their campaign; trusts that the Government will provide social and economic support to the community to assist them in the relief of poverty and promotion of sustainable development on the island; recognises that the unique partnership between the community, the Highland Council and the Scottish Wildlife Trust sets a positive example of a viable alternative to the current system of landholding; acknowledges that many communities throughout Scotland continue to face uncertain futures; and therefore calls on the Government to establish a democratic system of landholding throughout Scotland to prevent similar land misuse and abuse.

Signatures by party: Labour 12, Liberal Democrat 6, Scottish National Party 3, Labour/Co-operative 2, Plaid Cymru 1.