New Community Development Officer for Tong and Back

Tong Recreation Association (TRA) and Back Community Council are excited to announce the appointment of a new Community Development Officer. The two organisations joined together in recognition of the need for a new role to support their local population. 

Iain MacIver has been appointed to the new role. Originally from Tolsta and having recently returned to Lewis after working in Development roles in Dundee, he brings experience and enthusiasm to this new position. 

Iain said, 'I am really looking forward to my new role and the opportunities this will create to bring people together. I look forward to meeting everyone and working to enhance community life in Tong and Back.'

TRA Chair Kathryn Lamont Smith said, 'We are delighted to have appointed Iain as our new Development Officer. We will be working with Back Community Council and Iain to create a long-term development plan for our communities which will provide so much for our local residents.'

Andrew Morrison of Back Community Council said, 'We are very pleased to be welcoming Iain into his new role and look forward to working with him and the TRA on a development plan for our communities.'

Until Iain's role is established anyone looking to reach out to him can email:

- tongcentre@gmail.com

- backcommunitycouncil@outlook.com