“It was the start of 1972. I’d encountered a new band from Ireland, and they were doing something different. “
Brief Encounters: 5 The Beginning
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A woman of independent mind.
Our Trip to the Isle of Lewis: 3 – Calanais
“the main Calanais site – words fail me!”
Letter: Claiming Credit for Other People’s Work
if you would like to send in a letter email fiona@theorkneynews.scot
Maree Todd: Delivering on Fair Ferry Funding
” This is a lifeline service and I am extremely pleased that the Government, of which I am a part, has delivered on its promise to my Island constituents.”
Urgent Discussions Needed With UK Government
“there must be urgent and meaningful discussion between us to try to agree a UK position and therefore enable our European partners to respond.”
Kirkwall Travel Survey
Here is a link to a Travel Survey being run by Your Kirkwall
Sleep Walking No Longer An Option
“it is now time to pay attention for time is wearing on towards the day the UK will leave the EU.”
Votes for (Some) Women!
A debate will take place today, Tuesday 6th February, in the Scottish Parliament, marking 100 years since women in the UK were enfranchised.
Facebook Chat With The OIC
The discussion will take place on the OIC Updates Facebook page between 18:30 and 19:30 on Thursday 15 February.
Empowering People: Enhancing Development
A specialist training fund of £200,000 has been set up by the Scottish Government to allow 3 Doctors from Zambia and Malawi to advance their skills in Scotland.
