“Because if it is not, above and beyond anything else for protecting us, and particularly those in need then I am not sure what it is for. “
What is Government for?
Ukrainian Independence Day
Today, August 24th, Ukraine celebrates its independence.
Somalia #OnThisDay
On 26th of June 1960 Somalia gained its independence from Britain.
“Scotland’s Holy Trinity”
“For communities and countries to survive and prosper, three essential elements are required – water, food and energy.”
Kirkwall Crowds Celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day 2022
The Tog, led by Kirkwall City Pipe Band, saw the welcome return of children and the public joining in the walk from the Pier Head to St Magnus Cathedral.
Ghana #OnThisDay
On 6th March 1957 Ghana became an independent country.
Exhibition Tells The Story Behind The Declaration #Arbroath20+1
A wonderful new exhibition has now opened at the newly refurbished visitor centre in the grounds of Arbroath Abbey
India Regains Its Independence #OnThisDay
On 15th of August 1947 , India regained its independence from Great Britain. It was the end of British rule in India which remained a Dominion until 1950.
Norwegian Constitution Day 17th May
May 17th is Norwegian Constitution Day. Orkney’s links with Norway have remained strong to this day.
First Principles
The 2021 Holyrood election is the forty-eighth national election in a row that the Conservatives have failed to win.
