0 a council area (= an area with its own local government) of Scotland that consists of the islands called the Western Isles or Outer Hebrides
The main stronghold of the Gaelic language continues to be the Western Isles (Na h-Eileanan Siar), where 61 percent speak the language.
Outer Hebrides, officially known for local government purposes by the Gaelic name Na h-Eileanan Siar
Electoral issues in Na h-Eileanan Siar are ferries, schools, religion, and the constitutional question.
The former Western Isles council area is now officially named Na h-Eileanan Siar.
