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Carers survey at Crossroads and Age Scotland
Anyone looking after friends, neighbours or relatives and providing them with vital support and care in their day to day life is invited to take part in the ongoing Carers Survey being run by Orkney Health and Care.
13 September 2023
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South Ronaldsay and Burray Community Council Election Results
Orkney Islands Area - Community Council Election 2023
The number of votes cast for each candidate in the was as follows
11 September 2023
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£15m Funding Award for Electric Vessels in Orkney
Orkney is set to benefit from a £15m funding award which will see two electric vessels running routes in the county over a three-year trial period.
11 September 2023
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Golden Mariana to be retired
Orkney Ferries’ oldest vessel – the Golden Mariana – is to be officially retired from its service on the Westray to Papay route.
11 September 2023
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Results declared for Community Council election
The results for the election to South Ronaldsay and Burray Community Council have been declared.
11 September 2023
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Smiddybrae Peedie Parade a huge hit with all
Check these priceless pictures from a 'Peedie Parade' arranged by staff at our Smiddybrae House care home.
7 September 2023
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Change to deadlines for submitting planning representations
The Council has simplified the arrangements for representations to planning applications, whether objections, letters of support, or other representations.7 September 2023
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Triumphant total raised as James completes ‘Iron Man’ cancer challenge
OIC's own Iron Man, James Green, has raised over £1500 in a herculean challenge for Cancer Research UK.
7 September 2023
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Road closures and delays for week starting 11 September
A summing up of road closures and delays underway or soon to start in the county due to road works, events and cruise - for the week starting Monday 11 September 2023.
7 September 2023
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Industrial action update
Industrial action by unions is expected to impact on Orkney’s schools from 26 to 28 September
7 September 2023