The awarding of the Northern Isles Ferry contract has been delayed again due to a legal challenge by CalMac Ferries Ltd.
Labour Accuse the Scottish Government of Presiding over a ‘Ferry Fiasco’ to the Northern Isles
Shocking Theft From Donation Boxes at Tom Weir Site Loch Lomondside
They broke into donations posts and stole funds earmarked for maintaining the popular statue and associated picnic area.
MSP Marine Inquiry Hears Public Concerns
The Marine Plan would be an overarching plan spanning all the other pieces of legislation and guidance affecting Orkney’s waters
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: Raising Awareness and Funds
Local MSP Rhoda Grant, Labour recently got into costume at the Scottish Parliament to raise awareness of a dangerous lung condition.
Have a Cracking Christmas Jumper Day for “Every Child Deserves a Christmas”
“We gave out almost £14000 in the grant programme last year, and this was only possible with the support of the community.”
“‘safe’ seats leaving voters demoralised and ignored time and again” according to latest research
“Being trapped with the same representation for decades is not the hallmark of a responsive and functioning democracy.”
Rosa Parks: #OnThisDay
On this day, December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing a bus driver’s instructions to give up her seat to a white passenger.
Roads Re-Open in Kirkwall
Orkney Islands Council is advising that Palace Road and Tankerness Lane in Kirkwall will be open to traffic again from Monday 2nd December.
#SeeMyAbility Swimming for children with physical, sensory and learning impairments
“We teach all children in an inclusive way at Orkney Islands Council and it is great to get these additional resources to support our swimming teachers as we continue to grow our programme.” Garry Burton Sport and Leisure Service Manager OIC
November’s Military Veterans Breakfast
This months Veterans Breakfast was held in Stromness RBL for a change.
