IDI'S SOLUTION

 

IDI has stepped in to help run and protect the Post Offices in Bowmore, Portnahaven and Ballygrant.

 

None of these three locations was financially viable, so we have combined them into a single multi-functional shop offering:

 

• ‘Pound shop’ items

• Pet shop items

• Sweeties

• Local crafts and products

• Used items for charity

 

There is also space to develop and expand the Islay product range to promote local sustainability.

 

The Community Shop employs 1.5 FTE staff.

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FUNDING AND SUSTAINABILITY

 

This project is income-generating and therefore sustainable.

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SUPPORTERS

 

The general Islay community is behind the project.

 

 

WIDER IMPACT

 

The project is safeguarding an essential service and space for local people to sell their wares.