Staff News
Volunteering Programme - Orkney 2025
As we get underway in the new year, our planning for supporting the Orkney Island Games continues
18 January 2024
Feedback Reminder - Improving Meetings
Prior to the Christmas break a staff survey was launched on ‘Improving Meetings’. So far nearly 100 of you have responded to the survey. It closes this Friday (12 January) and we are keen to get more responses!
08 January 2024
Public Holidays 2024/25 and Annual Leave Planning Reminder
Please find confirmation of the Council Public Holidays dates for 2024/25 and a reminder for everyone to plan to ensure annual leave is taken by end of leave year and where necessary arrangements for approval of exceptional carry forward.
21 December 2023
Adverse Weather Information
With the onset of winter over the last couple of months, weather conditions have presented us with some significant challenges in providing our services – including travel cancellations, the closure of the Churchill Barriers or slippy road conditions.
21 December 2023
Fully-funded undergraduate study options for OIC staff from January 2024
Are you looking to expand your skillset, learn something new or even pursue an existing passion? UHI are offering Orkney Islands Council staff an opportunity to enrol in fully-funded undergraduate study options.
21 December 2023