Environmental Health officers have warned that there is a raised level of algal toxins occurring in Loch Leurbost at present. Eating shellfish such as mussels, scallops, or cockles from the loch may pose a risk to human health. It is a sensible precaution to avoid eating shellfish from the loch until further notice. Notices are being posted in the area.

For further information, contact the Department for Sustainable Communities, Comhairle Nan Eilean Siar, Stornoway, Tel No. (01851) 860781

Nigel Scott
Communications Officer
Comhairle nan Eilean Siar

Tel: 01851 709389 (Work)
Tel: 07884 236103 (Mobile)
email: nscott@cne-siar.gov.uk