A consultation gets underway on Monday 9th September – with feedback invited from tenants and applicants for council housing.
OIC Consults on its Letting Policy
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.
Orkney Water Quality Project Shortlisted for Award
The ‘Scapa Flow Aquaculture Water Quality Impact Modelling Assessment’ has been designed to improve understanding of the water quality impacts arising from existing and proposed fish farms in Scapa Flow.
Orkney Ferries To Extend The Period Multi-Journey Books Of Vouchers Are Valid
From Sunday 1 September, books of 10, 20 or 50 vouchers can be used for up to 500 days from the date of purchase.
Orkney Has a New Director of Education,Leisure and Housing
The post has been offered to James Wylie, who at present is OIC’s Head of Education (Curriculum and Community Learning).
Household Energy Survey
Householders are asked to complete and return their survey forms by 17:00 on Friday 27 September.
September Street Improvement Works For Kirkwall
The second phase of street improvement works in Kirkwall’s town centre is due to get underway at the beginning of September.
