Seven young people from Orkney will travel to Glasgow this coming week for discussions with young people from Shetland on what they’d like to see included in ‘Islands Deal’ proposals
Young People Take Part in Islands Deal Discussions
Orkney Success at the SURF Awards
Two projects from Orkney are celebrating their success winning in this year’s SURF awards.
Improvements for Pedestrians Increases Shopping Spend
The ‘walk in’ shopper spends more than those who use their cars to drive to a retailer new research ‘The Pedestrian Pound’ has shown.
Finnie Raises Several Issues with HIAL in the Scottish Parliament
“What action is the cabinet secretary taking to ensure that HIAL lives up to its obligations, and does he have full confidence in the ability of HIAL’s management team?”
Advice on Mobility Scooters/Powerchairs
City Mobility will be visiting Orkney next week , Tuesday 11th and Wednesday 12th of December
Leading the Way to a Low Carbon Future
“Why are we aiming for low carbon when we should be going for no carbon?”
Fishing: Funding and an Uncertain Future
Coastal and island communities around Scotland have been awarded financial help in the latest round of funding from the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund (EMFF)
Increasing the Diversity of Professionals in the Early Education Sector
“A skilled and diverse workforce is key to providing our children with high quality play and learning opportunities in their formative years. “
Share Your Views on the Use of Fireworks
“If there is a Government consultation on this issue early next year, then I would urge anyone with a vested interest to make their views known.
Farm Diversification Funds Still Available
Orkney Islands Council still has funds available through the LEADER scheme for farm diversification.
