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Winter Wildlife Events in Orkney

The Orkney Native Wildlife Project is a partnership between Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) and RSPB Scotland

“the light in the mound, isn’t just bang on the shortest day…………..”

“Making sure our ferry services support our island and remote rural communities remains at the heart of this exercise. “

£384million has been allocated to ensure Superfast Broadband reaches the Highlands and Islands.

Tinsel was first used in Nuremberg, Germany at the start of the 17th century.

Orkney Rape Crisis has welcomed the improvements to support for rape victims announced by the Scottish Government.

“I am also now enjoying my new role a Minister for Childcare and Early Years – or the Baby Box Minister as one dad said to me!”

“We want less rather than more weapons in our communities.”

It marks for us in Orkney the end of the long dark nights when the days will be lengthening.

Orkney communities are benefiting from grants totalling almost £24,000 to help them become more resilient and prepare for winter storms this year.