Latest News
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It’s Health Week at KGS
Pupils at Kirkwall Grammar School are to go on a health kick, as they take part in the school’s annual Health Week (6 – 10 March).
3 March 2017
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Give your gizmos a new lease of life
Orkney Islands Council is supporting a national campaign aimed at giving old mobile phones and gadgets a new lease of life.
2 March 2017
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New group will seek Orkney Opinions
Orkney Islands Council is getting in touch with people across the county to invite them to become part of a new public consultation group.
2 March 2017
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Comments on proposed constituency boundaries published
Comments received during the Boundary Commission for Scotland's consultation on initial proposals for UK Parliament constituencies have been published for a four-week period of public scrutiny and further feedback.
1 March 2017
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This spring clean - don't pitch it, pass it on!
Orkney Islands Council is urging local folk to give unwanted items a second chance this spring, as part of Pass It On Week (March 11-19).
1 March 2017
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Illuminating the benefits of Fair Trade
St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall will be lit blue and green on Friday night (3 March) – Fairtrade’s trademark colours.
28 February 2017
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Budget for year ahead agreed
Elected Members have set Orkney Islands Council’s budget for the next financial year.
22 February 2017
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Local Scottish Youth Parliament candidates announced
The names of the candidates hoping to be elected as Orkney’s Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament have been announced.
17 February 2017
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So you want to be a Councillor? Find out more
Information sessions for people thinking about standing for election to Orkney Islands Council attracted a good turnout – with advice still available for anyone who was unable to attend.
17 February 2017
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Local cycle volunteer recognised with national award
A local man who’s spent the last eight years helping train youngsters to cycle safely has picked up one of only four awards given out annually by Cycling Scotland.
16 February 2017