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Notice of election published
The Notice of Election for the forthcoming UK General Election has now been published for the Orkney and Shetland Constituency.
04 June 2024
Stromness Academy honours student achievement during celebration
Stromness Academy held its annual ‘Celebration Evening’, recognising the efforts, achievement, and contributions to the life of the school of its students.
04 June 2024
Gas canister safety reminder
The Council is reminding the public about the dangers to our waste team staff of incorrectly disposing of gas canisters.
03 June 2024
Notice of Election - UK Parliamentary Election - For the Orkney & Shetland Constituency
An Election is to be held for a Member of Parliament to serve the Orkney & Shetland Constituency.
Nomination papers can be obtained from the office of the Returning Officer, Council Offices, School Place, Kirkwall, Orkney, KW15 1NY, during the times stated below.
31 May 2024
Eurovision fans strike the right note after “Finding Nemo” during chance meeting!
The Council’s Eurovision fans Karl and Andrew Kemp were successful in “Finding Nemo” - this year’s winning act from Switzerland - when they bumped into them in a restaurant ahead of the grand final.
30 May 2024