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12 March 2025
Taking the law into his own hands – Veer encourages others to join Orkney Islands Council’s Legal Services team!
Local authorities are at the heart of communities, and solicitors play a crucial role in ensuring councils operate effectively and legally.
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10 March 2025
Locals urged to feed into north isles freight services project
Orkney Islands Council is highlighting an upcoming opportunity for the public to offer feedback on the CMAL project to replace the two Northern Isles freight vessels currently operating on the…
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7 March 2025
OIC winter treatment contracts
Whilst helping the community in times of need – such as significant snowfall – the Council also want to make sure those helping are properly recompensed.
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5 March 2025
Seeking 'Games’ inspired art for Stromness street display
Local folk are being urged to share Orkney’s creativity during the Island Games - by submitting art, sculpture, photos, or words for displays in windows ‘doon the street’ in Stromness.
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3 March 2025
OIC Accelerates Action this International Women’s Day
In the leadup to this year’s International Women’s Day (IWD) on 8 March, OIC is highlighting how it works to prevent gender inequalities for employees and the wider community.
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3 March 2025
Council embarks on Equally Safe at Work accreditation
Orkney Islands Council has joined the national ‘Equally Safe at Work’ scheme in a drive to ensure all its employees have equal access to career progression and can enjoy a workplace free of…
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25 February 2025
Blue Badge holders asked for views on Albert and Bridge Street access changes
Do you hold a Blue Badge, or have mobility issues which hinder you getting around – or care for someone who does?
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20 February 2025
Unanimous Decision to Back Quanterness Wind Farm Project
Elected members at today’s Policy and Resources Committee have unanimously given their backing to plans for the Council to build and operate a six-turbine 28.8MW wind farm at Quanterness in St Ola.
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20 February 2025
Keeping adults in Orkney safe and protected from financial harm
With the number of adult support and protection referrals trebling in Orkney over the past three years, the Council is keen to raise awareness of financial harm affecting older people in the county.
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19 February 2025
Integration Joint Board appoints two new carer reps
Orkney’s Integration Joint Board has welcomed two new carer representatives with the appointment of Sarah Kennedy and Willie Neish.
