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14 December 2022
Waste teams out despite the conditions
Our waste and recycling teams are out and about today trying to reach as many properties as possible despite the tricky conditions.
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13 December 2022
Christmas Closure – St Magnus Cafe
We are on the Christmas countdown now and wanted to give you the heads up of the closure period at the St Magnus Care in Kirkwall.
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13 December 2022
Co-op recalls Co-op Anchovies in olive oil because it contains histamine
Co-op have recalled anchovies in olive oil as detailed below as they contain histamine, which can trigger an immune system response resulting in symptoms such as diarrhoea, shortness of breath,…
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12 December 2022
Grant scheme to further tackle employability barriers
An exciting opportunity has arisen thanks to the Orkney Local Employability Partnership (OLEP) delivery of a one-off grant scheme aimed at further tackling employability barriers.
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9 December 2022
Government proposes extension to Scottish short-term lets licensing scheme deadline
The Scottish Government is making plans to extend the deadline by which hosts of short-term lets in Scotland, including Orkney, need to get a licence by six months.
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9 December 2022
NHSO and OIC share tips to keep the mind and body healthy
In the run up to Christmas, we have some key safety messages to try and keep everyone happy and healthy over the winter months.
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9 December 2022
Road works update for week starting Monday 12 December
A roundup of works underway or soon to start around Orkney, for the week starting 12 December:
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9 December 2022
£1.4 million Cost Crisis Emergency Fund launched.
Islanders most impacted by the cost of living crisis will be able to access additional help.
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8 December 2022
Wilful fire-raising charges brought in connection with Tankerness House incident
Three male youths have been charged in connection with wilful fire-raising in Orkney.
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8 December 2022
NHSO and OIC share tips on how to stay food and road safe
In the run up to Christmas, we have some key safety messages to try and keep everyone happy and healthy over the winter months.
