Since the first people stepped ashore in the islands of Orkney, firstly just passing through, and then to settle, exchanging goods with one another has taken place.
Exploring Orkney’s Constitutional Future: What currency shall we use?
Once in a Generation
Thinking about this stuff is a bit like dealing with anything in life that looks difficult and daunting. But build it from the ground up. Take it one step at a time. And guess what? It becomes rather simple
The US Dollar #OnThisDay
On 8th of August 1786 the US Congress unanimously chose the dollar as the unit of currency for the United States.
When the UK went Decimal
It’s over 50 years now since the UK changed to the decimalisation of its coinage – 15th February 1971.
What Currency Shall We Use?
In the Early Bronze Age of Europe, ancient people used bronze objects as an early form of money, even going so far as to standardize the shape and weight of their currency.
Looking Forward to Listening to Lesley Riddoch
“I am very much looking forward to listening to Lesley Riddoch’s talk tonight, Tuesday 1st September 2020”
Rabbie Burns a True Story
“My story begins in November 1769 when a Bank was started under the name Douglas,Heron & Co. “
Letters: Initial Thoughts on the SNP Growth Commission Report
letters can be sent to
fiona@theorkneynews.scot
Rabbie Burns a True Story
My story begins in November 1769 when a Bank was started under the name Douglas,Heron & Co.
Mike Fenwick: Fact or Opinion
To each Member of the Scottish Parliament: Fact or Opinion? 29th June 2017.
