The Education and Skills Committee would like to know what is working and what isn’t working and to explore the reasons why.
Are Schools Succeeding With Children And Young People Living In Poverty?
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Campaigners Take to the Streets with Scotland the Brand
“Scotland has a deserved reputation for high quality food and we’re concerned that credit is not being given where it’s due.”
A Kingdom’s Cost: A Novel of Scotland
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Encouraging Orkney’s Biodiversity
Some of the actions which have taken place you may have begun to notice.
More Mathematical/Neolithic Musings
“So , what do you choose to present to potential Beings on other planets? Then I thought – MATHS.”
The things you find…
The things you can see, if you keep your eyes open,
“Come on in”: Fairtrade Fortnight
The Orkney Fairtrade group are organising Treasure Hunts in Kirkwall and Stromness.
Poetry Corner: The School Boy
On this day, 25th February 1888 a conference advocated the adoption of leaving certificates in Scottish schools.
Peedie Models: Combining Craftmanship and Technology
the story of its development illustrates the potential for economic growth in Orkney for small enterprises.
Fishing Values: It’s About Much More Than Money
“For many fishermen, fishing is much more than a job- it is a way of life.. “
