“An image of a searchlight emplacement at Links Battery, Stromness, taken by Dr. Linda Rowley. Reminding us that archaeology isn’t always ancient!”
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Jobs Summit Unanimous In Their Concerns Over HIAL’s Remote Towers
Attendees were unanimous in their concern over HIAL’s proposals for relocating jobs to Inverness and agreed to continue working together to secure the best possible outcome for the Highlands and Islands.
All the fun of the seaside and a little bit more in Kirkwall
Beach fun in the centre of Kirkwall
Weather Forecast: Mainly dry with some brightness today.
Feeling warm in sheltered western mainland areas. Maximum temperature 17 °C.
MPs Want Your Views On Airports
MPs who serve on Westminster’s Scottish Affairs Committee have launched an inquiry which will consider airports in Scotland.
Union Holds Job Summit About HIAL Remote Towers
The trade union Prospect which represents air traffic controllers working at HIAL has invited politicians in the Highlands and Islands to a Jobs Summit today
Crofters Encourage Responsible Tourism
The Crofting Commission have produced an informative leaflet to educate visitors about crofting and encouraging them to be considerate of the environment and local communities during their stay.
Turn Left For Stembister
“on a beautifully sunny day in July, with just enough breeze from the sea to keep us comfortable, we walked along the top of the cliffs of the Bay of Semolie…”
4 New Cases of #Covid Recorded in Orkney
The cumulative total of Covid cases recorded in Orkney is now at 155 as 4 more positive test results were published today.
Weather Forecast: Rather cloudy with showers, these mainly later in the day.
Increasing risk of showers late in the day, perhaps turning heavy over Orkney towards early evening. Maximum temperature 18 °C.