The STUC is an independent organisation , established in 1897, and today represents about 540,000 workers through their 37 affiliated unions and 20 trades union councils.
Trade Unions: What are they & are they still relevant?
Finstown Substation Planning Application Submitted
SSEN Transmission has submitted a planning application under the Town and Country Planning Act to Orkney Islands Council for its proposed new substation at Finstown.
EU Elections: News from Orkney Islands Council
At this point in time, the UK will be holding elections to the European Parliament on Thursday May 23.
Freedom of Movement Vital for Scotland’s Economy
“You are welcome here, you contribute to this country’s diversity and prosperity, and we will do everything we can to help you stay in Scotland.”
Why Voting in the EU Elections is Important
You have 1 vote. Scotland is one ‘region’ and your 1 vote will be added to all the others. Political parties will have a list of candidates and the number of MEPs elected for each party will be based on the number of votes cast for that party in the whole of Scotland.
“Using the Time Wisely?”
It was back on June 23rd 2016 that the UK voted in the EU referendum with a turnout of 72.2%.
£10,000 grant available for Healthy Heart projects for communities in Scotland
Applications are open now and close on 20 May 2019.
Arcadia Park Progress
The Arcadia Park project is now well under way as volunteers tackled more of the landscaping and planting work this weekend.
‘Community and Dementia: Creating Better Lives’ Orkney Conference in May
‘Community and Dementia: Creating Better Lives’ is coming to Orkney on the 7th 8th and 9th of May at the Pickaquoy, Kirkwall
Stenness and World Heritage Site Active Travel Public Consultation
The public consultation drop-in event is being held on Thursday 25th April 2.30-7.30pm at Stenness Community Centre.
