Latest News
For press or media enquiries please contact the communications team by email.
-
Construction industry recruitment scheme launched
A new scheme to support the local construction industry recruit and sustain suitably skilled employees has got off the ground in Orkney.
1 September 2023
-
A career in construction is one of life's best kept secrets, according to Dr Kate Hayes, Curriculum Leader - Construction / Interim Assistant Principal at Orkney College She shares her journey here:
Although there were lots of builders in my family, because I was a girl I think, it wasn't really something anyone suggested as a career.
1 September 2023
-
Road closures in central Kirkwall coming up for community events
A reminder of road closures in central Kirkwall coming up, to enable folk to safely enjoy community events.
1 September 2023
-
Road closures and delays coming up - weekly update for 4 September
A summing up of road closures underway or soon to start in the county, due to road works, events and cruise for week starting Saturday 2 September 2023.
1 September 2023
-
Carers Survey reminder
A final plea for unpaid carers in the county to take part in a vital survey, as a new Carers Strategy is being finalised.
1 September 2023
-
Hoy Head prop issue resolved
The Hoy Head service is back up and running after engineers resolved an issue with the propellor earlier today (30 August).
A problem was discovered this morning and three sailings were cancelled. A trial run of the vessel with engineers on board was carried out on the 10.15am run.
Given the issue was resolved, the service is back up and running, however sailings may be affected by delays of up to half an hour while the crew work to recover lost time. Passengers are asked to check in at normal scheduled times.
31 August 2023
-
Let’s Talk Money – free school meals and clothing allowance
The Council’s new “Let’s Talk Money” scheme is kicking off with its focus on free school meals and the clothing allowance.
The scheme has been launched by Council Quality Improvement Officer, Wendy Bowen, as she strives to ensure that children do not miss out on achieving and attaining at school as a result of financial strains within the home.
31 August 2023
-
Willow Tree staff nurturing “positive, kind and caring” relationships with children
A recent inspection report for Willow Tree Nursery has noted that staff work hard to ensure positive, kind and caring relationships with the children in their care.
30 August 2023
-
Inspectors found Glaitness School bairns “polite, happy and eager to learn”
“Polite, happy and eager to learn” children attend at Glaitness School, according to Education Scotland Inspectors following a recent visit.
30 August 2023
-
Service improves at Braeburn
Improvements continue to be made at Braeburn Court housing and care at home support service, according to a Care Inspectorate report.
An unannounced inspection took place in July 2023 in follow up to an earlier visit by inspectors in February/March 2023.
30 August 2023
