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Interesting news · Tuesday 17 February
Hebridean Isle Launches UK’s First Community-Owned Non-Profit Vet Practice
from bbc.co.uk
Photograph · bbc.co.uk
The Isle of Tiree in the Hebrides has launched what is believed to be the UK’s first non-profit, community-owned veterinary service. After the island’s sole vet retired in summer 2025, locals faced losing care for both pets and livestock.
In response, the community raised £70,000 to establish Animal Care Tiree, which offers visiting veterinary surgeons and 24/7 online support. Over 190 households have already joined the service.
The initiative is backed by Tiree Community Development and Tiree Rural Development.
The domed brick drum on the north bank of the Clyde, opposite the Radisson RED at the SEC campus, is to open again in May 2027 as The Rotunda and Roundhouse.
