This Is Islay turns to the issue of housing on Islay, exploring the unique challenges and issues which face individuals and families seeking a place to live in our island community. In this episode, the first of a multi-part series, Glen Roberts speaks with local councillor Dougie McFadzean who tells us how many people are on the housing waiting list, how the points system works, how many new houses are being built, and introduces other factors at play.

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Acknowledgements:

Councillor Dougie McFadzean

Music:

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For This Is Islay:

Glen Roberts, Gordon Bermingham, Jean McLellan, Tom O'Farrell, Russell Pollock, Jolyon Thurgood