Highlands and Islands Enterprise are supporting the Harris Tweed Industry to deliver the second phase of a sectorial wide training programme.

Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (CnES), are the lead organisation for this project.  Following on from the previous successful training and accreditation programme, the second phase seeks to deliver:

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• New Start Weaver Training, reflecting industry growth projections and availability of hand-looms.

• Wider industry skills – with a focus on securing sustainability and professional development throughout the sector.

• Develop a "Technical Skills Development Plan" to respond to the expansion of the industry and the age profile in some production critical skills.