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Orcadian Column, 4 July 2024

With Sanday’s premature exit from the Parish Cup at the hands of Rendall last weekend, this column has no option but to turn its attention to the General Election which concludes with polling day…

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McArthur meets with Scottish Ambulance Chief over call handling in Orkney

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur again held discussions today with Michael Dickson, Chief Executive of Scottish Ambulance Service in relation to the way in which calls are handled and ambulances dispatched.

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McArthur reiterates accessibility issues with inter-isles air service

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has once again highlighted how residents with mobility issues living in some of the smaller isles are missing out on medical appointments and treatment due to being unable…

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Orcadian column, 27 June 2024

Few are the events or occasions in Orkney where Ken Amer is not to be found floating around the margins if not at the very centre.

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McArthur highlights childcare shortages in Orkney

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today highlighted the difficulties faced by parents in Orkney in accessing childcare.

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Orcadian Column, 20 June 2024

Well it didn’t take long for hope to turn to despair as Scotland got thumped 5-1 by hosts, Germany in the opening fixture of the Euro Championships.

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McArthur announces ‘Local Hero’ to attend Scottish Parliament anniversary

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today confirmed the selection of Martin ‘Marty’ Flett to be ‘Orkney’s Local Hero’, who will join MSPs and Local Heroes from across Scotland later this year at an event…

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Orkney MSP highlights key role of agriculture in halting rural and island depopulation

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur has today emphasised the value of farming and crofting in rural and island communities. He also highlighted the link between agricultural policy and support on the one hand…

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Orcadian Column, 13 June 2024

For ‘embarrassing uncles’ everywhere, I may have raised the bar unsustainably high last week. During First Minister’s Questions on Thursday, I invited the Deputy First Minister to join me in…

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McArthur recognises Junior Inter-County athletes in parliament

Orkney’s MSP Liam McArthur today paid tribute to young athletes from Orkney and Shetland during First Minister’s Questions, following a series of fantastic performances during this year’s Junior…

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