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Second homes numbers in Wester Isles falling slower than expected

Second homes numbers in Wester Isles falling slower than expected
BBC Scotland Tuesday 01 September 2026, 10:42 UTC 1 min read
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Comhairle nan Eilean Siar introduced a 200% council tax rate on the properties two years ago.

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar introduced a 200% council tax rate on the properties two years ago.
Wester Isles (LOCATION) Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (ORG)
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