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Grant scheme aimed at tackling 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.
The Innovation Challenge Fund of up to £2,000 is open to Third Sector organisations delivering employability services to folk in the county – as part of Scottish Government funding in support of No One Left Behind.
09 January 2023
Further Strike Action to Impact Orkney Schools
Further industrial action by teaching unions is expected to impact Orkney schools next week (10/11 January)
Parents are being contacted directly by schools to inform them of individual school arrangements today (6 January)
06 January 2023
Huge community effort sees Westray pool reopen
The Westray Swimming Pool will reopen in January for the first time since the pandemic, with a special open day for the community on 7 January organised by the Westray Community Association
05 January 2023
Free bus travel reminder for under 22s
Orkney Islands Council is reminding households that all young people aged under 22 can travel on public buses for free in Orkney and right across Scotland.
04 January 2023
Festive opening hours and contacts
A summary of opening hours and contact numbers for over the 2022/23 festive period:
23 December 2022
