School strikes reminder - 28 February and 1 March

Further industrial action by teaching unions is expected to impact Orkney schools next week (Tuesday 28 February and Wednesday 1 March).

Parents will be contacted directly by schools to inform them of individual school arrangements as soon as details are confirmed.

Meantime parents and carers are advised to explore alternative provision for their children on those days.

For isles students, Papdale Halls of Residence will remain open.

For students at KGS or Stromness Academy, who would be expecting to attend Orkney College, the college will be open but there will be no school transport.

It’s expected a fuller update will be possible later this week.

Further strike action is expected in March and April.

National negotiations involving COSLA, Scottish Government and Trade Unions are continuing.