“There’s an array of national issues that should be reflected locally, none more so than the climate crisis and biodiversity emergency”
“Many of the powers to drive action on the climate crisis sit with local councils” #OICelection
“The councillors elected across Scotland in May will be in their position for for five of the eight years left in this vital decade for urgent and transformative action to avert climate breakdown” Friends of the Earth Scotland manifesto
Candidates Urged To Back Affordable Warmth Policies #OICelection
Affordable warmth charity THAW Orkney is calling on all candidates in the forthcoming Orkney Islands Council election to back its manifesto for affordable warmth in Orkney.
Letters: Appointing the Council Leader
“It was unfortunate that the recent attempt by Councillor Stephen Clackson to shorten the period that the OIC leader serves was voted down. “
Serious Flaws in Orkney & Shetland Joint Valuation Board
Decisions taken were unlawful or not supported by the appropriate procedures.
Letters: “The Orkney Way”?
” I’d appeal to the Orkney electorate to look at all manifestos before voting.”
Democracy In-Action: Local Elections in Orkney
“How do you judge what an ‘Independent’ candidate represents politically? “
Kristopher Leask to Stand in Kirkwall West and Orphir for Orkney Greens
“Tackling the crisis in housing is a top priority; Orcadians, especially young Orcadians, are facing a crisis in housing which is inaccessible, too expensive, and often poor quality. “
Letters: “Please, don’t choose apathy”
“For decades now, the proportion of people choosing not to vote has been increasing. Apathy seems to be winning. “
John Ross Scott to Contest Kirkwall East for the Orkney Greens
“I have unfinished business to deal with, and in particular the need to bring about more transparency to its electorate and to attempt to eradicate the clique mentality that has dogged the council for years.”