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10 March 2022
The Orkney Islands Council (Tree Works, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2022
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users during Orkney Islands Council’s works…
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10 March 2022
Finstown traffic consultation reminder
The online consultation into potential future options for reducing traffic speeds and improving pedestrian safety in Finstown closes on Monday (21 March) at 9am.
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9 March 2022
Orkney COVID infection rate highest in UK
The COVID infection rate in Orkney is now the highest in the UK.
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8 March 2022
International Women's Day - Meredith Macbeth
Across International Women’s Day today (March 8) we’ve been celebrating some amazing women who are involved with the work of Orkney Islands Council.
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8 March 2022
International Women's Day - Elected Members
Across International Women’s Day today (March 8) we’ve been celebrating some amazing women who are involved with the work of Orkney Islands Council.
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8 March 2022
International Women's Day - with Lord Lieutenant Elaine Grieve and Vice Lt Dr Sarah Scarth
For International Women's Day, we've gathered a few thoughts from Orkney's Lord Lieutenant Elaine Grieve - the first woman in the role in Orkney - and her recently appointed Vice Lord Lieutenant, Dr…
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8 March 2022
Just Dance Quiz - United with Ukraine
Folk in Orkney are thinking out of the box when it comes to helping others in Ukraine.
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8 March 2022
COVID continues to cause classroom disruption with the possibility of a reduced school menu on the cards
COVID-related staffing pressures across many of Orkney’s schools and nurseries is continuing to impact on classes and early learning groups.
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8 March 2022
Rendall Shop - United with Ukraine
Like many others Westray’s Nicki Hellewell has found watching the news footage on the war in Ukraine horrendous.
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8 March 2022
International Women’s Day – Head Teacher Claire Meakin
Historically, teaching is a highly gendered profession.
