Ever fancied escaping the rat race and taking up a rewarding life surrounded by breathtaking scenery? Well, you could soon be paid to do so.
Scotland could soon be offering £50,000 to people who are looking to live on Scotland 's remote but beautiful islands.
The new Scottish Government initiative will see 100 bonds of up to £50,000 being offered to young people and families to stay in or to move to islands currently threatened by depopulation.