A possible freeze of Council Tax and an increase in ferry fares – just some of the decisions being made by councillors in Orkney in the coming week. All financial decisions for […]
Grim Outlook for Islanders Facing a Cost of Living Crisis
“The South Sudanese refugee crisis remains one of the world’s darkest secrets”
“This funding will play a crucial role in addressing the immediate needs of those affected by conflict and the climate crisis, including access to shelter, food, clean water, and healthcare. ” – […]
1.17 million face “emergency” levels of food insecurity, for another 500,000 it is “catastrophic” #Gaza
Islanders in Orkney will be meeting again today, Saturday 2nd March, on the steps of St Magnus Cathedral calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and a return of all hostages, but at the revised time of 1.30 to 2.30pm in respect of a funeral being held in St Magnus Cathedral. The vigil will return to its usual time of 1 to 2pm the following Saturday.
National Care System Bill Passes Stage 1
Developing a National Care System for Scotland came a step nearer when the Bill to establish it passed stage 1 in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday 29th of February. “This Bill is […]
Find Out About Community Land Ownership in Orkney
Community Land Scotland is to hold a workshop in Orkney. The islands have one of the highest rates of community ownership in Scotland. The charity was established to provide a collective voice […]
Updates: Vaccination Drop-In Clinics #Covid & #Flu
NHS Orkney dates for vaccination drop in clinics against both Flu and Covid at the Balfour are on: If you are eligible for vaccination and have missed your appointment, or you are […]
HMS Pheasant #OnThisDay in 1917
On 1st March 1917 M-Class destroyer HMS Pheasant struck a mine off Rora Head, Hoy, Orkney. The explosion was enormous blowing apart the vessel with the loss of all the 89 men […]
Orkney Playwriting Workshops & Competition
Stromness Plays is part of The Scottish Society of Playwrights fellowship award and is a collaboration between professional playwright Rachael McGill and Stromness Drama Club. Rachael said: ‘Stromness Drama Club is really […]
Have a Big Brew with Orkney Fair Trade Group
This Saturday Orkney Fair Trade Group will be holding a Big Brew at Kirkwall East Church, on Saturday 2nd March from 10 to 12. There will be teas and coffees, homebakes, stalls […]
“They hadn’t realised the place wasn’t safe; that their life could finish in one moment.”
On the 2nd Anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Orkney Veterans’ Breakfast Club welcomed former infantry man Serhii, with his wife, Svitlana and war widow, Ksusha, whose husband was killed by enemy action, last year.
