Comhairle nan Eilean Siar has proposed to cut all funding for arts and culture across the Western Isles, which would lead to a devastating impact on cultural organisations and our communities who benefit from our vibrant and varied programmes.
Taigh Chearsabhagh distributes the CnES funding across our work in the protection and animation of Gaelic language and culture, outreach and education work in schools and care homes, a lively international programme of exhibitions, live music, events and film screenings and providing opportunities for artists, musicians, writers and young people. The proposed cuts will cut deep at the heart of our sector and will have damaging ramifications to the economic, social and cultural fabric of the islands.
We need your voice
We urge members of the public to take part in the current CnES budget survey and highlight the lack of financial support for arts and cultural organisations. Your voice matters – now is the time to act.
Survey closes: Friday 23 January 2026
Have your say here: 2026/27 Comhairle nan Eilean Siar Budget Survey
Taigh Chearsabhagh Board of Trustees