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Death of former Lord Lieutenant and Council Convener George Marwick CVO
Tributes have been paid to former Orkney Lord Lieutenant and Orkney Islands Council Convener George Marwick CVO who sadly passed away on Friday 1 Sept at the age of 91.
George Marwick became a councillor in the first election to Orkney Islands Council, which was held on 7 May 1974 as part of the wider 1974 Scottish regional elections. He held the position of Council Convener from 1974 -1978.
02 September 2023
Construction industry recruitment scheme launched
A new scheme to support the local construction industry recruit and sustain suitably skilled employees has got off the ground in Orkney.
01 September 2023
A career in construction is one of life's best kept secrets, according to Dr Kate Hayes, Curriculum Leader - Construction / Interim Assistant Principal at Orkney College She shares her journey here:
Although there were lots of builders in my family, because I was a girl I think, it wasn't really something anyone suggested as a career.
01 September 2023
Road closures in central Kirkwall coming up for community events
A reminder of road closures in central Kirkwall coming up, to enable folk to safely enjoy community events.
01 September 2023
Road closures and delays coming up - weekly update for 4 September
A summing up of road closures underway or soon to start in the county, due to road works, events and cruise for week starting Saturday 2 September 2023.
01 September 2023
