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Cleaning up the problem of dumped mattresses in Orkney
A new project launching in Orkney soon aims to put to bed the problem of mattresses being dumped before their time – benefitting both the environment and local people’s wallets.
18 July 2024
Vape and e-cig recycling bins introduced at Orkney’s HWRCs
The Council has introduced specific recycling bins for vapes and e-cigarettes at our three Household Waste and Recycling Centres – Hatston, Garson and Bossack.
20 June 2024
International Workers’ Memorial Day
Sunday (28 April) is International Workers' Memorial Day and this year’s theme is #IWMD24/The Climate Crisis and Workers’ Health.
26 April 2024
Warmworks to continue home energy efficiency improvements for fifth year
Orkney Islands Council has extended its partnership with Warmworks for a fifth year, helping local households to benefit from a Scottish Government scheme supporting improvements in home energy efficiency.
25 March 2024
Bus fares feed sustainable funding pot and helps fragile communities stay connected
Did you know - boarding a public bus in Orkney feeds a special pot of funding, helping support transport improvements including community transport in some of our most fragile communities.
29 February 2024