Work to re-erect headstones in Orkney’s cemeteries is continuing with five cemeteries now completed, and one more expected to be completed shortly.
Headstones Re-erected
Conditions Set By Ofgem Are A Challenge For Orkney
“We believe that 135MW is an excessive target and we lobbied hard to get that figure reduced.”
Pickaquoy Centre to Host 2 Day Sporting Event
A two-day event based at the Pickaquoy Centre, Kirkwall on 19th and 20th of September will bring together sports governing bodies from the thirteen sports that will be represented at the 2023 Games.
Consultation On Changes To Council Wards In Orkney
The proposals make no changes to the number of councillors and wards -21 councillors across 6 wards. The ward names will also stay the same.
Warning Over Disposal of Gas Canisters
Orkney Islands Council is reminding the public about the dangers of incorrectly disposing of gas canisters.
OIC Consults on its Letting Policy
A consultation gets underway on Monday 9th September – with feedback invited from tenants and applicants for council housing.
The Visual Artists and Craft Makers Awards
Funding can be used to support research, skills training, studio work, exhibitions and mentoring.
Work Starts on Scapa Flow Visitor Centre, Hoy
A turf cutting ceremony has taken place at Lyness, marking the start of work to restore and improve the Scapa Flow Museum.
Road Closures in Kirkwall From Monday 2nd September
Tankerness Lane will be closed to vehicles throughout the works, with one-way systems in place at various times on Broad Street and Palace Road – with Victoria Street closed to vehicles for approximately five weeks from 6 January 2020.
Researching Flapper Skates in Orkney’s Seas
to learn more about the critically endangered Flapper Skate and general marine life in the North Isles.
