The cumulative total of Covid cases in Orkney is now at 5,257.
28 New #Covid Cases in Orkney Since Friday
Orkney’s MS Society Praised in Scottish Parliament
“in MS Awareness Week, I want to thank MS Society Orkney, and in particular George Hannah, for the incredible work they do all year-round providing care and support for those with MS.” Liam McArthur MSP
There’s Still Time To Get Your Census In
Scotland’s census provides valuable data which helps with planning for future services.
“Be kind – park with others in mind”
Motorists have been reminded to please park sensibly. The warning comes as visitors start to arrive in locations they may be unfamiliar with and leave their cars where they may block access for others, including emergency vehicles.
15 New Covid Cases in Orkney
Water monitoring using samples from the Kirkwall sewage network continues to show high positivity of fragments of coronavirus’ ribonucleic acid (RNA).
Teaching Union Urges Candidates to Support Increased Investment in Orkney Schools #OICelection
“There is a very clear and urgent need to address shortages within the teacher workforce to support education recovery. ” Jo Hill, EIS Local Association Secretary
Create a Pit Stop for Pollinators
“By providing a pit stop for pollinators, you will be doing your bit for the insects that allow us to survive. Without them, we are gone. ” Alan Titchmarsh
“Workers are being treated with contempt.” – COSLA’s 2% pay offer
Unite the union is to ballot targeted groups of local government workers in the coming weeks in the escalating dispute over pay.
16 New #Covid Cases in Orkney
Over 7 days (19th – 25th April) there have been 103 new Covid cases recorded in Orkney.
Home First : Orkney’s Reablement Scheme
Home First provides six weeks of support to enable people to leave hospital earlier and aftercare where they are assessed in their own home environment.
