Jura Community Plan 2011-15 - Jura Development Trust

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Isle of Jura Community Development Plan 2011-15 Prepared by Alison Lindsay, Jura Growth at the Edge Local Development Officer 10/2009-9/2011 Rob Tìgeir, Jura Growth at the Edge Local Development Officer 9/2011 on

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Table of Contents 1 Jura and this plan................................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 3 1.1 Eilean Dhiùra, this plan and Growth at the Edge.....................................................................................................................................................................3 2 Community organisations................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5 2.1 The Anchor Organisation..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5 2.2 Other Community Organisations and Charities.......................................................................................................................................................................5 3 The Jura Community Survey 2010 – A Summary..............................................................................................................................................................................6 3.1 Amenities and Facilities............................................................................................................................................................................................................6 3.2 Transport and Housing.............................................................................................................................................................................................................7 3.3 Employment and Business Enterprise ....................................................................................................................................................................................8 3.4 The themes:.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 3.5 The vision.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 8 3.6 The outcomes & measures.......................................................................................................................................................................................................8 4 Jura Community Successes............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9 5 Meeting community aspirations: The Projects..................................................................................................................................................................................11 5.1 The environment around us: management & access............................................................................................................................................................11 5.1.1 Acquiring community assets.........................................................................................................................................................................................11 5.1.2 Paths.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................11 5.2 Sustainable Jura..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 13 5.2.1 Developing woodfuel....................................................................................................................................................................................................13 5.2.2 Community wind turbine..............................................................................................................................................................................................14 5.2.3 Access to local food.....................................................................................................................................................................................................14 5.3 Improving transport and access.............................................................................................................................................................................................15 5.3.1 Maintaining a direct mainland link...............................................................................................................................................................................15 5.3.2 Sustainable transport...................................................................................................................................................................................................15 5.4 Maintaining and enhancing community facilities...................................................................................................................................................................16 5.4.1 Jura Hall Improvements and access...........................................................................................................................................................................16 5.4.2 Maintaining the Service Point......................................................................................................................................................................................17 5.4.3 Youth facilities...............................................................................................................................................................................................................18 5.4.4 Recreational Facilities..................................................................................................................................................................................................18 5.4.5 Training opportunities...................................................................................................................................................................................................18 5.4.6 Micro business offices and workshops........................................................................................................................................................................19 5.4.7 Broadband.................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 5.5 Improving access to affordable housing................................................................................................................................................................................19 5.5.1 Housing provision.........................................................................................................................................................................................................19 5.5.2 Crofting......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 19 5.6 Developing Jura as a cultural centre......................................................................................................................................................................................20 5.6.1 Tip of the Tongue – Bàrr mo Theanga.........................................................................................................................................................................20 5.6.2 Heritage Centre............................................................................................................................................................................................................20 5.6.3 Oral history project.......................................................................................................................................................................................................21 5.6.4 Marketing Jura..............................................................................................................................................................................................................22 5.6.5 Developing language opportunities.............................................................................................................................................................................22 5.6.6 Ceilidhs......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23 5.7 Opportunities to investigate....................................................................................................................................................................................................23 6 Putting this plan into action...............................................................................................................................................................................................................24 6.1 Engaging the community........................................................................................................................................................................................................24 6.2 Reviewing and renewing........................................................................................................................................................................................................24 7 More information............................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 24


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1 Jura and this plan 1.1 Eilean Dhiùra, this plan and Growth at the Edge The Isle of Jura is a remote and fragile community of around 200 residents. 30 miles long and at the most five miles wide Jura sits 5 miles off Scotland’s mainland coast in the Inner Hebrides. Principle access is by vehicle ferry from the Isle of Islay, itself a 2 hour ferry trip from the mainland or an expensive flight from Glasgow.

Jura

Following the success of Jura’s designation by the Scottish Government as an Initiative at the Edge (IATE) area from April 2004 until October 2009 Jura was granted Growth at the Edge (GATE) status.

Thought to have been named from the Norse for ‘Deer Island’

GATE is delivered by Highland & Island Enterprise’s (HIE) Strengthening Communities strategy with Argyll and the Islands LEADER funding. One of the components of GATE is Community Account Management (CAM). This facilitates whole community growth by co-working with anchor organisations within local communities. On Jura the Isle of Jura Development Trust is the anchor organisation. Some Survey findings A Local Development Officer was employed on Jura to 81% of Diùraich are willing to help with support the CAM process for three years from November 2009. A community consultation was undertaken and the development projects. officer co-ordinates and supports community bodies 66% of respondents actively involved in community delivering community agreed projects and taking the lead groups. role on specific new projects. Jura’s Community Plan lays out our Achievements, our Projects and The vision below. It lays out plans for the community groups to help in achieving our vision. Jura has a strong community spirit, a well respected and supported Community Council and an active voluntary sector; all of which are vital for the future prosperity of this sparsely populated island. The survey shows that Jura is a place that people look out for each other, is a vibrant community, a place where people work together for the good of the community, has community involvement opportunities and community leadership. The survey suggests Jura does not cater for parents and toddlers, young children, Minority groups and teenagers well.

Isle of Jura Development Trust established 1997

H o w s a t is f ie d a r e y o u w ith J u ra a s a p la c e to liv e ?

run by 6 volunteer directors employing 2½ FTE staff N e ith e r S a tis f ie d n o r d is s a tis f ie d 5%

F a ir ly d is s a tis f ie d 4%

F a ir ly S a tis f ie d 37%


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Very D is s a tis f ie d 0%

V e r y S a tis f ie d 54%

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2 Community organisations 2.1 The Anchor Organisation Jura Development Trust (JDT) is run by local residents to help improve quality of life on the island. It seeks to ensure the community can influence developments which will affect us all. The Trust seeks sustainable economic and social development through community participation addressing issues including housing, tourism and more support for business whilst balancing the ever increasing demands on our superb natural environment. JDT is a community company limited by guarantee with charitable status. This means JDT can operate as a business, supporting the island as well as attracting funding from statutory bodies, charities and donors.

2.2 Other Community Organisations and Charities Jura Community Council Jura Music Festival (JMF) Jura Jottings Jura Community Business (JCB) Jura Playground Association Jura Care Centre - Croit a' Chala est. 1996


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Jura Hall est. 1912 Jura Business Forum (JBF) Knockrome and Ardfarnal Grazings Coimmittee Keils Grazing Comittee Feolin Study Centre Jura Parish Church of Scotland


Comann Eachdraidh Eilean Dhiùra Jura Coastguard The Red Cross Islay and Jura Council of Voluntary Services (IJCVS) Islay and Jura Transport Forum

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3 The Jura Community Survey 2010 – A Summary The population of Jura was surveyed in 2010 and asked to give their views on Island Facilities & Amenities, Environment and Land Management and Community Activities and Involvement. 83 adult responses were received from the 174 issued surveys, a 48% response rate.

A full report on the responses is available from JDT. See Appendix A.

3.1 Amenities and Facilities The survey found that Jura has: 1. A good primary school, however there was concern that the school roll may not justify two teachers in the future. 2. A good local shop 3. Good secondary education facilities 4. Considerable satisfaction with health care services A neutral response was received for good access to council services and access to adult & further education. Respondents did not think we have good access to vocational training. The amenities and facilities the survey found Jura needs, in order of support, are: 1.

An improved village hall building

2.

Maintain the Service Point

3.

Facilities for young people

4.

Maintain a Parish Minister on the island

5.

Improved marketing of Jura

6.

More structured recreational facilities

7.

Older people services

8.

Improved facilities for Family History & Island Heritage

9.

More facilities for creative arts

10.

Investment in the Gaelic language

Considering health the only concern was a lack of access to keep fit and healthy lifestyle facilities.


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3.2 Transport and Housing The poor state of the roads, the need for better bus links, the need for secure and improved ferry services and the need for the availability of affordable housing were the most common topics raised in written responses. On the subject of transport residents felt the petrol pumps and Jura Passenger Ferry were important to maintain. The strongest dis-satisfaction in the whole survey was shown for the statement “Jura has adequate roads.” The response to the adequacy of the Islay-Jura Ferry and the bus service was on average neutral however the Ferry was the topic most likely to be commented on. The community council is taking the lead on representing the community to Argyll and Bute Council who provide the roads, the boat and service and ASP ship management who manage the service. The community would like to see: A secure Jura-mainland link A bigger Jura-Islay Ferry More bus services Lower ferry fares Carbon neutral housing options

Land to build on Homes for rent Adequately maintained roads Sufficient and affordable housing for the young and incoming skilled peopleEnvironment and land management

Jura's needs were identified as: 1. Adequate parking in Craighouse 2. Improved access to locally produced food 3. To invest in renewable energy 4. To protect the local land environment 5. Better control of non-native species 6. To protect the local marine environment 7. Improved fencing for stock, forestry etc. 8. Allotments: ’grow your own’ 9. Better beach cleanliness 10. Improved access to and preservation of heritage 11. Paths for walking, cycling & riding 12. Improved woodland management


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3.3 Employment and Business Enterprise In the statements about Employment and Business Enterprise a need for opportunities to keep young people in the area came out most strongly supported followed by the need for workshops, marine facilities and adequate broadband connections. A Jura Business Development Plan is being developed by JDT and will lay out an action plan to tackle concerns. Residents felt the petrol pumps are important to maintain. The strongest dis-satisfaction in the whole survey was shown for the statement “Jura has adequate roads.” The response to the adequacy of the Islay-Jura Ferry and the bus service was on average neutral however the Ferry was the topic most likely to be commented on.

32% of survey respondents indicated they received income from tourism.

Jura needs: 1. 2. 3. 4.

Low-rental workshops/offices Investment in marine facilities Opportunities to keep young people locally Job opportunities of the right type

5. 6. 7.

Better broadband internet connection Access to financial services Access to local skills and trades

3.4 The themes: Respondents said they would like to see community initiatives to address: Ferry services and fares Renewable energy opportunities Roads and parking Assistance for small businesses Village hall and other amenities Support for tourism More provision for teenagers Housing The need to attract families to Jura Various environmental measures

3.5 The vision A Jura with enough jobs and housing for all, where young adults leaving the island is a choice not a necessity. An island meeting its own energy needs and exporting surplus. An island recognised for being a desirable place to live and visit with economic, social, health and educational opportunities available for all. A sustainably managed island using the resources we have wisely for the benefit of the community now and into the future.

3.6 The outcomes & measures Community influence over cultural and material assets: the number of assets in community control A carbon positive economy – renewables production outstripping consumption An increasing 18-35 population – census results Improved housing availability – reduced housing waiting list Improved employment opportunities – number of permanent posts Mainland ferry service – a service running


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Thriving cultural activity – number of events taking place Participation – committee membership and volunteer numbers Thriving crofting sector – increasing crofter numbers traded income; Sustainable community enterprises – number operating Number of volunteers Number of learners participating in formal courses


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4 Jura Community Successes Community initiatives on Jura have a history of success. Jura Hall hosts many events throughout the year and is financially secure. Improvements are necessary to expand the range of uses it can be put to. 2011 saw a local production company host its first commercial concert at the hall as well as a local fund raising cinema enterprise. Plans for the hall are explained at 5.4.1below.

JDT developed pontoons and moorings to improve access and advertised Craighouse as a destination. This increased yacht and rib visits and associated spend.

JDT developed a derelict building known as The Antlers in the middle of Craighouse and leased the property as a fully kitted out restaurant and heritage centre to two local entrepreneurs.

JDT worked with The Nàdair Trust to create interpretation and improved access the natural heritage of Jura improving Kinuachdrach pier and creating signs and leaflets.

JDT sourced funding and ran the Jura Passenger Ferry trial service in the summer seasons of 2008 to 2011. Carrying 1000 passengers a year, reducing travel time considerably, tying in with public transport to make day trips to Oban possible, allowing simple connections on to Glasgow and increasing visitor numbers. A study showed a benefit of £120,000 to the economy for each year. Inconsistent funding has meant the service could not be advertised as effectively as would be hoped. Despite the success of the trial


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Jura Music Festival is an annual event in its 16th year and continuing to attract world class musicians and large audiences each September.


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funding has not been found to allow it to continue. See Maintaining a direct mainland link below. JMF and JDT partnered in purchasing a community marquee available for hire on the island. It forms a venue at the Music Festival and has been used for wedding receptions, dances and more.

Jura Care Centre group worked with the community council, Argyll and Bute Council, NHS and West Highland Housing Association to create 6 dwellings in a progressive care centre, allowing elderly Diùraich to stay on the island as needs develop. 6 affordable houses for rent were built at the same site.

The community of Jura took control when the local community health partnership had difficulty finding a GP for a vacant position, receiving the advertising budget and generating many applications for the post and appointment being made in 2005.

In 2002 the community identified the need for an ambulance stationed on the island with a trained volunteer crew. Working with partners and sponsors this was achieved by 2005.

Other recent initiatives include: Landing strip lights for safer emergency access Way markers, a tourist Website, information cairns & a picnic area A community logsplitter Mink & Japanese knotweed Eradication programme Carbon savings of over 2 lifetime tonnes


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The Betty bus, an evening bus link to Islay Broadband and a subsequent capacity and speed upgrade Local affordable firewood for sale Beach Cleans 12 trained in chainsaw use


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5 Meeting community aspirations: The Projects 5.1 The environment around us: management & access The Community Survey showed a strong desire to have a say in the management of and access to the land and sea around us along with a desire to develop facilities, market Jura and provide tourist facilities, protect our heritage and improve access. A strong desire to develop renewable energy and further develop wood fuel opportunities was shown in the survey and during our community Biomass Project. A consultation in November 2011 indicated a strong interest in sustainably managing forestry for the benefit of the community and in improving access.

5.1.1

Acquiring community assets Objective

Increase the say the folk of Jura have over decisions about the land around them. To sustainably develop through integrated land management to support employment, renewable energy, heritage, access, recreation and biodiversity.

Project outcomes and benefits Jobs created in managing the land and product creation. Skills development through volunteering opportunities, work and training. Participation in managing our environment. Opportunities for businesses to develop to support the Increased opportunities to develop fitness through initiative. walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits. Increased numbers and diversity of visitors attracted. Possible acquisition of an economically sustainable Improved and wider access to the environment, wildlife community asset. and archaeological sites. Land managed to benefit the community and biodiversity.

Actions Work with landowners seeking partnership, agreements, lease or sale of land for management and development. Identify and record develop-able paths, heritage sites and leisure potential. Identify and quantify commercially exploitable resources. Identify potential customers for products, quantify and seek agreements. Agree specific developments and seek agreements, leases, management agreements, partnerships or sales to allow funding applications. Prioritise the developments along a timescale and formalise the business plan. Seek and secure funding for acquisition costs and initial developments. Acquire a site. Implement business plan. Publicise the sites and facilities created on and off the island.

Funding

Timescale

Climate Challenge Fund, HIE, Leader, Heritage Lottery Fund

Sustainable from mid-term.


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Possible income sources Timber products and by products: Wave Logs for off site wood Tidal production or pulping Wood fuel: Logs, Chips & Off Furniture cuts Fence posts Housing sites Larch cladding Crofting Sites Off-saw wood Quarry products: Larch boats – clinker Gravel built Building stone Renewable energy Hardcore Hydro Shooting rights Wind Tourist facilities

Facility and activity possibilities Historical sites with interpretation Arts and crafts sales Pre-historic sites with Museum and Archive interpretation Tourist information Walking paths and trails Workshops Cycling paths and trails Allotments Horse trails Camping facilities - teepees Visitor centre: Training facilities

Partners Jura Development Trust are taking the lead. Considerable work will be needed to deliver a purchase and funding for a manager to deliver the community objectives would likely be needed.


Carbon Increased woodfuel use and reduced fuel transport decreases Jura's Carbon Footprint. More standing trees increases the forest's carbon sink capacity.

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Paths

Argyll and Bute Council undertook consultation on a network of core paths across the region. The development of the paths identified on Jura has considerable potential to improve links between settlements, promote exercise and allow access to our natural heritage. Three paths raised as important at a public event in November 2011. Other opportunities exist and choices will be made on practicality and landowner support. The erection of signposts and the publication of leaflets and maps would be necessary. A locally published book of walks on Jura is in need of updating. The widow of the author supports a community initiative to update the guide.

Other projects supporting community led environmental management include: Regular beach cleans organised by Small Isles Primary School and Re-Jig. Green Transport initiative.


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5.2 Sustainable Jura Sustainability is a theme running through all the projects, in this section we focus on the projects with greatest potential to reduce our carbon footprints. The survey showed strong support for investing in renewable energy. A Jura Community Powerdown project was underway when the Community Survey was conducted. This improved awareness of climate change and energy use and highlighted the desire of the Jura community to create a sustainable island.

5.2.1

Developing woodfuel Objective

To increase the use of woodfuel on Jura and develop a social enterprise supplying woodfuel and associated services to individuals, businesses and community groups.

Project outcomes and benefits Reduced carbon footprints for households, businesses Job creation and community buildings. Tackling fuel poverty Increased local use of local resources

Achievements Increase use of woodfuel by publicity and example Provide training to increase the skills present on Jura Identify suitable raw resources on Jura based on quantity, quality, landowner and logistics Pilot the local harvesting, processing and supply of woodfuel Assess costs and learning from the pilot exercise

Action Establish scale of market and model supply needs Create business plan and seek funding considering: remaining gaps in skills, equipment and training required supply of trees or logs Storage facility Heat production equipment capital and running costs Identify funding Apply for funding and commence trading Continue to increase demand

Funding

Timescale

Partners

Carbon

Climate Challenge SE Fund, HIE, Leader


Jura Development Trust

Increased woodfuel use and reduced fuel transport decreases Jura's Carbon Footprint.


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Community wind turbine Objective

To construct and operate a wind turbine site as a revenue generating project for community development. It is expected to use a single relatively small 50Kw turbine making it low impact during construction and on the landscape.

Project outcomes and benefits Low carbon electricity A sustainable funding stream to maintain The Trusts core objectives and activities. Sustainable income to offer economic investment into Jura, supporting local projects, community ventures and enterprises.

Achievements Identify a site in partnership with landowners, SNH and other interested parties Enter into agreement with site owners agreeing investigation steps Obtain funding for feasibility study Undertake feasibility study investigating constraints and mitigations Install Met-Mast August 2011 for 12 months

Actions Work with students from the University of Flensburg Seek community input on uses for the income stream Develop action plan for implementation Seek funding for construction costs Construct and operate the wind turbine

Funding

Timescale

Resources

Carbon

Climate Challenge Fund, JDT, The Co-operative Fund, Private Loan, CARES


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Decreased carbon output and the opportunity to export carbon reductions.

Development Officer Community Energy Scotland Ardlussa Estate University of Flensburg

5.2.3

Access to local food

The survey identified Jura folk want to eat local food, local businesses wish to use and supply local produce. An opportunity for marketing of Jura Venison is being investigated. Allotments and a community garden were supported in a consultation undertaken during the Community Powerdown project and are one of the uses that would be considered for any community acquisition. Obtaining land would this or a social enterprise food production initiative to be created. This would provide, food, jobs as well as supporting renewable energy production. The excess electricity generated on the island that cannot be exported to the grid provide hydroponic or heated polytunnels. A report by students of the University of Kentucky suggested good potential for a crofters' consortium to supply food on Islay and Jura.

Other projects supporting Sustainable Jura include: Small Isles Primary receiving their first Eco-Schools Flag and moving towards their second. The green plating of Jura Hall, see 5.4.1 Jura Hall Improvements and access below, 5.1 The environment around us: management & access above, 5.3.2 Sustainable transport below.


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5.3 Improving transport and access 5.3.1

Maintaining a direct mainland link

This was very strongly supported by the responses to the community survey. Some of the benefits of the 3 year trial of the Jura Passenger Ferry are listed under Jura Community Successes above. JDT will continue to seek funding for the service, the only evident source is the Scottish Government. Comment in support of the service will be submitted to the Scottish Government in response to the Draft Scottish Ferries Review issued December 2011. Previous funders and possible future supporters include Whyte and MacKay, Scottish Natural Heritage, Argyll and Bute Council and Jura Development Trust. Approximately £40,000 a year is needed.

5.3.2

Sustainable transport

Considerable interest in reducing transport fuel use and costs was identified during the Community Powerdown project. Concern has been raised about the low level of on island public transport provision. Ideas are being collected to develop an initiative to reduce fuel consumption and increase transport options on the island and connecting to Islay. Ideas include recharging points for electric vehicles, car sharing, LPG sale on the island, and improved facilities for walking and cycling. Once ideas have been collected the scope of the project will be considered and funding identified.

Also supporting Improving transport options are: Marketing Jura


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5.4 Maintaining and enhancing community facilities The community survey showed strong support for improving access to and from Craighouse and improving Jura Hall. Better parking arrangements in Craighouse was a popular suggestion.

5.4.1

Jura Hall Improvements and access

Since 2005 the need for improvements to the Hall had been agreed. The Hall were gifted the land the hall stands on and became a charity to allow them to access funds. A desire for improved access to the heritage of Jura had been identified as early as 2005. This had resulted in leaflets and signposts but parking was still problematic. The Community Survey indicated community support for the proposals.

Objective To secure the hall as a sustainable community resource by improving the structure of the hall, to improve access and parking for the hall, Craighouse and the surrounding area and to increase the uses of the space.

Project outcome and benefits More people using the hall. Increased range of activities possible in the hall. Increased business and community use. Increased community activities bring social benefits including participation, fitness and social opportunities. Increased income for the hall.

Improved access to the amenities of Craighouse and surroundings. Improved environmental footprint and lower energy bills. Interpretation and information provided to visitors. Opportunity for access to public transport on from Craighouse.

Achievements Create plans for Environmental Improvements Phase 1 outlining re-cladding the hall, new windows and doors, a new roof, creating a car park and more suitable disabled access. Publicise plans and seek community support.

Apply for Climate Challenge Fund (£126,000) and Leader (£109,000) funding. Tender, appoint a contractor and undertake the refurbishment of externals of hall. Tender, appoint a contractor and build the car park.

Actions

□ With improved facilities in place consider current usage and how to adapt the internals of the hall to better suit Jura's needs considering potential use of space and heating.

□ Create plans and business case for internal improvements to hall. □ Seek funding for improvements. □ Tender, appoint a contractor and undertake the internal improvements. Funding

Timescale

Partners

Carbon

Climate Challenge Fund, JDT, private donations, Argyll & the Islands LEADER, Ardfin Estate

Underway

Jura Hall

Decreased carbon output.

Approx £300,000 in cash and kind

Jura Development Trust Development Officer Community Energy Scotland Hall users Community Powerdown


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Maintaining the Service Point

Jura Service Point offers Argyll and Bute Council services and more from a building in Craighouse. This allows access to democracy as well as tangible services such as support, advice, information, video conferencing, the internet and a warm, comfortable meeting space.

Objective To secure the Service Point and the facilities it provides to the community of Jura.

Project outcome and benefits A funded service offering Argyll and Bute Council services and more in a building on Jura. Access and participation in democracy possible locally. Support received by individuals and community organisation

Actions Jura Development Trust is continuing talks with Argyll and Bute Council about securing the building and services. The service and advantages are being advertised to encourage use.

Funding

Timescale

JDT, A&BC


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Ongoing


Partners Jura Development Trust, Argyll and Bute Council

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Youth facilities

As well as Survey support this outcome enjoys the direct and and active support of young Diùraich who approached JDT for support and advice. A petition was circulated asking for community support for improved facilities for young people. Specifically ‘somewhere to go’ and ‘hang out’.

Description To develop opportunities and facilities with youth in mind and ensure their needs are met as resources allow.

Achievements Islay and Jura Youth Project started by Islay & Jura Council for Voluntary Service (IJCVS) Youth Workers employed to facilitate structured youth activity Identification of young people’s ambitions for future events and services by the participants Investigation of trim trail facility and environmental improvements at Small Isles Primary leading to grant applications Funding and construction of trim trail

Actions Input desires into future Jura Hall facilities

Stand alone youth led project starting March 2012

Implications for the Community Increased inclusion of young people in the community Skills acquisition and learning Ownership of the direction and development by young Improved facilities – offering healthy activity people of their own project

Indicators for Growth Increased facilities for young people on Jura. Increased facilities available for visitors making Jura a more attractive destination for families. Reduced reported sense of isolation and improved social cohesion. A formal group participating alongside other community groups.

Funding

Timescale

Argyll & The Islands LEADER Youth Project Award National Lottery Awards for All

5.4.4

Running to March 2012 followed by agreed actions

Partners Jura Development Trust Islay & Jura CVS Small Isles Primary School

Recreational Facilities

Further investigation is necessary to ascertain the facilities most desired and needed but this is supported through the increased opportunities provided through training opportunities, managing the landscape and developments at the hall. Also see Youth facilities above.

5.4.5

Training opportunities

Training desires include:

To develop skills, fitness and confidence.

Chainsaw – felling

Jura Development Trust has built partnerships with Argyll College, IJCVS, Business Gateway, ICCI, NHS and others to provide training on island and to support Diùraich travelling to courses elsewhere.

Business development

In developing community projects skills acquisition is a central consideration and is supported by most of the items in this plan. An Printed: 16 April 2012

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Drystone dyking

Wildwood wisdom Internet skills Gaelic Yoga Computing

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example is the Oral History Project where a partnership between IJCVS, Argyll College and JDT is bringing IT training to the island for volunteers and others. A social enterprise development course is being run across Islay and Jura in 2011 by the Social Enterprise Academy, this is free to participants with transport costs met.

5.4.6

Micro business offices and workshops

See Jura Community Business Plan currently being compiled.

5.4.7

Broadband

A consistent and fast broadband internet connection is a necessity for modern businesses and for social participation. Campaigning by Jura Community Council and support from the Scottish Government led to an upgrade of the Jura telephone exchange increasing actual speeds to up to 7Mb in 2010. Business broadband with better upload speed is now available. Jura Community Council continues to campaign for further improvements.

5.5 Improving access to affordable housing 5.5.1

Housing provision

Despite the 12 dwellings completed by West Highland Housing Association in 2009 Jura still has substantial affordable housing need. More homes are holiday residences than are socially rented. Jura was recognised with Pressured Area Status from 2012 to 2022 in November 2011. This prevents the sale of social housing to tenants. Housing availability is supported by initiatives including the crofting of land with plots for sale at attractive rates. Jura Development Trust and Jura Community Council support the Local Authority and Housing Associations affordable housing development. All these parties work to ensure quality affordable housing provision.

Census figures show 1/3 of Jura dwellings are second residences or holiday homes.

Increasing employment and earning opportunities increases access to housing. Managing the environment around us, see page 10.

5.5.2

Crofting

Jura has two crofting townships; Keils and Knockrome & Ardfarnal. Knockrome & Ardfarnal has started developing a township plan. The Scottish Crofting Federation is working with Small Isles Primary and local crofters on the Crofting Connections project, involving the children in a project investigating crofting from the past into the future.


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5.6 Developing Jura as a cultural centre These developments are not just to attract tourists, they are to enhance opportunities on Jura and ensure it is known as an attractive place to live. A 2010 report on heritage development on Jura indicated the potential for Jura to attract and engage visitors.

5.6.1

Tip of the Tongue – Bàrr mo Theanga

Bàrr mo Theangs is about oral culture - storytelling, poetry, song, reading out loud, ceilidhs and all things spoken and sung - the sharing of wisdom, history, culture, experience and knowledge by mouth. It is about place, the Isle of Jura, Scotland and her islands and the common ground that is human experience.

Objective To create a new cultural event providing opportunities on the island and attracting visitors and Jura's diaspora.

Project outcome and benefits A festival of Oral Culture, Easter Weekend 2012

Positive publicity for Jura

An increase cultural activities

Tourists attracted

An increase in social activities

Increase volunteer confidence

Increased and diversified income stream for Jura Music DVD and book commemorating 10 years of shadow festival puppetry at Jura Music Festival for sale

Actions Support is being given by the GatE officer, Jura Development Trust and Islay and Jura's Gaelic Development Officer. Production is by local production company Sound of Jura. Local artistic endeavours included in the festival are piper and raconteur Neil Cameron and Jura Cinema.

Indicators for Growth Ticket sales

Volunteer participation

Accommodation sold

Press coverage

Funding

Timescale

Approx £18,000 sought fromJMF, Bòrd na Gàidhlig, Creative Scotland, business 400 volunteer hours Ticket sales

5.6.2

The first festival will take place 8 & 9 April 2012

Partners Jura Music Festival Jura Development Trust GatE

Sound of Jura Jura Cinema Jura Lives

Heritage Centre

A 2010 report suggested ideas for developing the use of Jura's Heritage for the attraction of visitors. A focus on deer or people was suggested. There is considerable interest in genealogy on Jura and among Jura's diaspora. Whilst some interpretation is offered at Antlers it is difficult to access the published records that exist. Jura Development Trust intends gradually developing a publicly accessible collection of copies of historical documents. This would be housed in available space within the Service Point. Use of the records will help develop knowledge of interests and numbers among visitors and locals. On review the information gleaned can be used to seek funding for any expansion in the future. The archive created by the Oral History Project will enhance the offering. The small start up costs will be sought from local funds. The small scale start minimises risk whilst making maximum use of existing resources and encouraging use of the Service Point. Also supports marketing Jura, maintaining the Service Point.


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Oral history project

The 2010 HIE funded Heritage Development Report were improving and enhancing the image and identity of the island and developing residents' understanding and involvement in their heritage.

Objective This project will create a portrait of the island drawn from first-hand audio accounts of the lives lived here. The oral history project's CD, booklet and archive creating an icon of shared identity and ownership in our heritage, a resource for future arts and heritage projects and a tool for representing Jura to the outside world. Participation will be available to all, volunteering and formal learning opportunities include computing, digital media and interaction with source material.

Project outcomes and benefits Digitisation heritage resources, improving access by making them available on the internet Strong national and international loyalties to the island enhanced An opportunity for reflection on changes in all aspects of life Wide Participation leading to improved community cohesion and enhanced skills. Inter-generational working Participants and audience alike developing their understanding of the value of the heritage

Indicators for Growth Increased tourism through publicity, publishing and broadcasts around the project Potential future Income for community groups by future media sales and the creation of further products Further investigation and development of resources. Possible 'phase two' heritage projects on or off the island include audio-visual installations, or a web-archive with more interactive functionality and associated job creation. Use of the material. Other groups such as Jura Puppet Theatre, Jura Music Festival, or the Youth Group Initiative could develop their own projects around the archived material. On island commerce supported by providing services to the project

Funding

Timescale

£49k Heritage Lottery Fund 47.5% Argyll and the Islands Leader 47% Jura Development Trust 5.5%

Starting November 2011 and leaving a lasting legacy

Also supports: Marketing Jura, Heritage Centre


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Partners Jura Development Trust Small Isles Primary School Ionad Challium Chille Ìle Residents of Croit a' Chala

GatE

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Rob Tìgeir

Marketing Jura

Methods of marketing were identified by a Tourism Development & Marketing Plan funded by HIE and further report specifically looking at Heritage. This looked to increase the visibility of Jura, deliver concerted marketing campaign, to improve visitor experiences and increase visitor numbers and spend.

Achievements Jura Business Forum meeting regularly to develop tourism a 2011 brochure widely circulated a leaflet highlighting the wildlife of Jura widely circulated www.juradevelopment.co.uk developed providing activity and accommodation suggestions

Action Identify improvements to the visitor experience Identify spare capacity on the ferries and accommodation to target Action, or seek funding for, improvements Develop training or workshops on tourism Collate existing visitor information Work to improve data collection in 2012

Implications for the Community A comprehensive baseline data resource for the marketing of Jura available for the benefit of tourism and general business. Visitor orientation and information facilities. Greater partnership working, enhanced packaging and linking and targeted marketing of existing local services and facilities.

Indicators for Growth Increased visitor numbers by 2015 Targeted marketing visible and demonstrably working. An increase in tourism businesses An increase in tourism income Visible tourist orientation

Funding

Timescale

Visit Scotland Growth Fund Visit Scotland Active Growth Fund EventScotland National Events Programme Argyll & the Islands LEADER National Lottery Awards for All Heritage Lottery Fund

Work starts 2010 Targets met by 2015

Marketing Jura is supported by most of the projects identified in this plan.


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Partners Jura Business Forum GatE Jura Development Trust

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Rob Tìgeir

Developing language opportunities

Jura is within the Bòrd na Gàidhlig (BnaG) and Comunn na Gàidhlig (CnaG) Iomairt Gàidhlig Ìle is Dhiùra, providing funding and development officer support for increased use of Gàidhlig. Bàrr mo Theanga, Small Isles Primary and the Oral History Project have all sought support. Further support for Gàidhlig cultural events and learning opportunities is being sought as well as direct funding from CnaG and BnaG for events, classes and signs.

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Ceilidhs

Funding was found from the Community Health Partnership to organise a ceilidh in Autumn 2010, the goodwill generated led to further ceilidh. Further funding is needed to allow these popular to become a regular happening. The ceilidhs encourage participation, bringing a broad mix of visitors into the centre and drawing most of the residents. This develops confidence and social cohesion. Further funding is being sought to create a regular series of ceilidhs, creating accessible community events, bringing together young and old and supporting the arts.

5.7 Opportunities to investigate Jura's phone boxes can be adopted and re-purposed by the community. A community slipway has been supported by some. A community play or other arts project has been suggested by various Jura folk. Improvements to the waiting room at the ferry. It could feature a turbine, solar panels, sea source heat pump being well insulated, making good use of natural light and providing services such as an electric recharge station as well as turning it into a space suitable for community use.


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6 Putting this plan into action 6.1 Engaging the community GatE has had a visible presence on Jura since the start of the project. Regular articles have been featured in the Jura Jottings, delivered to every island household and beyond. Every community group was contacted directly and invited to comment or seek partnership. Personal contact was sought with every islander and conversation invited. These methods will continue to be used to share the contents of this plan. Jura Development Trust's website at www.juradevelopment.co.uk features ongoing updates on the progress of Growth at the Edge. Consultations and events have taken place at Jura Hall and Croit a' Chala. The Local Development Officer has invited visits, emails and telephone calls to their office at the public Service Point. An abbreviated version of this plan will be distributed with Jura Jottings.

6.2 Reviewing and renewing This plan is a flexible view of the future, a place to gather aspirations and ideas, as views and circumstances change we will adapt the plan to reflect the new situation. Jura Development Trust will continue to take the lead in developing the plan. The plan will be reviewed in October 2012 as Growth at the Edge draws to a close. Jura has shown evidence of survey fatigue, a simple postcard response will be sought from residents asking for there thoughts on GatE and the initiatives it has supported and delivered. JDT will assess which aspects of the plan should be incorporated into its own business plan in March 2012. The plan will be reviewed annually at the time of JDT's AGM. The AGM is a public meeting. JDT's board will amend the plan in line with information and wishes.

7 More information 1) Isle of Jura Community Plan September 2009 11) Quality of Life and Well-being: Measuring the Benefits of Culture and Sport: Literature 2) Isle of Jura Community Audit 2010 Review and Thinkpiece: 3) Isle of Jura Development Trust Tourism www.scotland.gov.uk/Publications/2006/01/131 Development and Marketing Plan 10743/6 4) Heritage Development Report by Bill Taylor 12) Jura Census data 2001 can be obtained from March 2010 www.scrol.gov.uk 5) Community Survey Report, Jura, 30 September 13) Jura Development Trust 2010 prepared by Snedden Economics; www.juradevelopment.co.uk www.juradevelopment.co.uk/images/2010/10/J 14) Holiday Home ownership SG report ura-Community-Survey-30-09-1011.pdf http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/1125 6) Jura Community Powerdown Final Report 2011 /0086619.pdf 7) Hall Greenplating Final Report 2011 5, 6 & 7 are available from 8) Biomass Project Final Report 2011 www.juradevelopment.co.uk/jura-community9) JDT Business plan powerdowns-final-reports/ 10) Passenger ferry study


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