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I’m pleased to advise that David Atkinson has recently been appointed Building Standards Inspector covering our West Inspection Area.

The West Inspection Area covers West Mainland, West side Kirkwall and St Ola, Shapinsay, Stronsay, Eday, Sanday and Papa Westray.

New interpretation panels and benches have been installed in Kirkwall.

The second phase of street improvement works in Kirkwall’s town centre is due to get underway at the beginning of September.

Work to restore and improve the Scapa Flow Museum is set to begin in September.

Orkney Islands Council is urging all motorists to switch over to switching off, following concerns raised by the public about fumes from idling vehicles.

Council Leader James Stockan has welcomed the opportunity for discussions today with the Cabinet Secretary for the Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform.

People in Orkney are being encouraged not to lose their vote by completing and returning their annual canvass form to the Electoral Registration Office as soon as possible.

Pupils across Orkney are today (Tuesday 6 August) receiving their examination results from the Scottish Qualifications Authority.

The consultation on plans to improve the main entrance at St Magnus Cathedral comes to an end this week.

Artists’ contributions are currently invited for an upcoming winter exhibition at the Orkney Museum exploring folklore, archaeology and landscape.