Who We Are
The Mull and Iona Community Trust was established following a research & community consultation process led by the Corrom Trust in 1996-97. In its final report the local steering group had identified the need for a community-owned development agency which had a clear remit to formulate strategies and provide practical support to local projects aimed at improving the social amenities, and physical and economic infrastructure of the islands:
The Company was Registered and granted charitable status in 1997 and the first staff were employed in April 1998, once all funding was secured. Given its foundations, steeped in community consultation, our charity values its independence and works to promote the interests of the islands at all levels.
Management
The Management Committee is currently a Board of 10 Volunteer Directors, elected from and by the members at the Annual General Meeting in November each year. One third must step down annually but may be reappointed. Stewart MacDougall is the Mull Community Council representative and we do not currently have a representative from the Iona Community Council. Two Directorships are also available for representatives from each Community Council. All of the Directors are active in other voluntary organisations on the island, and are drawn from a wide variety of backgrounds – retailing, tourism accommodation, farming, retired, commerce – and are also representative geographically.
For a chart showing the organisational structure of the Mull and Iona Community Trust MICT organisation chart Nov 2011
OUR ACTIVITIES
An Roth
A multi functional centre, providing services and support to residents, community groups and businesses, both on and off Island.
MESS
Aims to reduce the waste produced on our islands through recycling schemes and reuse initiatives.
Powerdown
Aims to reduce carbon emissions by improving energy efficiency and lowering energy bills across the islands.
Ranger Service
Aims to enrich your understanding and enjoyment of our local environment while striving to preserve and protect it.
RoMIGATE
Ross of Mull and Iona Growth at the Edge – the communities of the Ross of Mull and Iona growing forward together.
