Airfares have gone up by around £10 for islanders if they have a residents’ fare card but without a card in some cases travellers will face an increase of up to 100 per cent. “Islanders can apply for a discount and residents’ fares will be capped, but they must apply for their residents’ fare card which can take one to two months before it is issued,” said Mr MacNeil. “Loganair has stated residents’ fares cannot be applied retrospectively, meaning a card is needed or else high prices are paid. “Everyone who applied for a card up to October 24 received their card in time for the start of the scheme. “The subsidy requirement for the Glasgow to Campbeltown, Tiree and Barra services for 2019 to 2023 was £20.95 million.

Source: The Times November 01, 2023 11:12 UTC