Beautiful images from Bernie Bell’s garden pond
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Frailty Assessment Essential In Supporting #Covid19 Health & Care Needs
“As we get older we become frailer but not all older people are frail.” Professor Phyo Myint
Breonna Taylor Remembered in Orkney #BlackLivesMatter Protest
Orcadians continued their successful doorstep protests as part of the Black Lives Matter campaign on Wednesday 1st of July.
Opening up Tourism – How Do We Make ‘Normal’ Safe ?
As the tourism sector begins to open up after months of lockdown The Orkney News looks at some holiday ideas.
New Travel Measures for Airport Arrivals to England Announced
Please note this refers to arrangements for passengers when arriving in England.
Silent Vigil in Support of the People of Palestine
OFoP will hold a silent vigil on Saturday, 4th July, between 11 am and noon on the steps of St Magnus Cathedral Orkney. In keeping with physical distancing the group plan to have no more than 5 people taking part.
Thank Goodness For Music!!!
“I was struggling again – nearly going under.”
Diversity, Racism and Inclusion in the Agriculture Sector
“Many people feel you have to conform to a stereotype in order to fit into agriculture, this really isn’t true.” Matt Naylor
Face Coverings/Masks to be Worn in Shops
A week today, Friday 10th of July, it will be mandatory to wear a face covering/mask in all shops unless you have an underlying health condition which prevents you from doing so.
Success of ‘Near Me’ Virtual Consultations in Orkney
“There are benefits to Near Me over phone consultations and evidence shows visually you can pick-up signs and body language far more than on a phone call.”
