From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  1 10:26:42 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2023 10:26:42 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Where's Tinsel?
Message-ID: <30c718e0-b3d7-4189-92db-00593fe20c33@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Sheila Williamson on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

For a bit of fun this Christmas, just pick up a form at the shop and get 
family or friends to help if you can?t make it in every day!

May be an image of gingerbread biscuit and text that says "Hello all, my 
name io Tinsel, the cheeky elf Fromtoday Friday Dec 1st until Sat Dec 
16th (excluding Sundays)Foratotal Sundays) total of 14 days, I'u be 
hiding somewhere Olivebank shop! Il yousee me, keep note! can correctly 
identify Au of my hiding places will entered into prize draw for ?20 
Olivebank voucher..... Our Christmas gift to you! (Anowers don't have to 
be in order of date and you Can enlist family/ riends to help if you 
need!) Collect your 'Where is Tinsel form' from the today onwardo, to 
join in the fun and be in with achance winning! Tinsel"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  1 15:10:30 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 1 Dec 2023 15:10:30 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Hotel takeaway!
Message-ID: <d5308600-0479-4245-a35e-0f53d0ad429e@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub's Facebook page:/

? It?s Friday, you know what that means!

 ?????? Take away night! From 16:30-20:00 ?

You can order by phoning 01857 616407 from 16:30 ??

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec  2 21:41:39 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 2 Dec 2023 21:41:39 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Happy Feet!
Message-ID: <fb52bb9a-3034-487c-9b8a-2b7345c6da69@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Shirley Whiteman on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
Happy Feet ?? ?? ?? ?? ?? /(see attached poster)/
I?ve been home a couple of weeks now, it?s been good to get out again 
seeing clients. It?s good to chat and catch up with their news too, it?s 
another part of the role that I enjoy.
Please get in touch if you?d like an appointment, whether as a new 
client or a follow up appointment. The usual interval is 6 weeks, but 
some folk like to seen more regularly and others prefer to wait a bit 
longer, so whether you want to be seen at 4,6 or 8 weekly intervals (or 
anything in between) please get in touch, & I hope to see you soon.
Shirley.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec  3 12:38:45 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 2023 12:38:45 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Charity Tractor Run 2023
Message-ID: <c8a00636-5aab-4609-a9b5-44efa8f543c6@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of christmas tree and text that says "Stronsay Christmas 
Charity Tractor Run 2023 Sunday 31st December 7pm Followed by a Hogmanay 
dance, put on by the Stronsay community hall committee, and the raffle. 
SCAA Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance saving time, saving lives SCAA 
ANNIVERSARY 2013 023 Chosen charity this year is SCAA"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec  3 17:43:29 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 2023 17:43:29 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] New books by Stronsay authors!
Message-ID: <d6463232-7279-4633-91b2-49cf3be13bc6@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Ian Cooper and Bill Hodgson have each published a new book, see attached 
poster for details.

-- 
Editor, Stronsay Limpet
www.stronsaylimpet.co.uk
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec  3 17:49:18 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 2023 17:49:18 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Peedie tractor run for peedie folk?
Message-ID: <3ffd498a-b685-402a-8be8-8c5eae39ab52@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Carrie Stout on the Stronsay Facebook page:/

Would there be any interest in a ?peedie? tractor run for the peedie 
folks? Any type of pedal/push or pull toy can be used. Let me know if 
you would be interested so I can gauge interest and the sort logistics too.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec  3 17:51:18 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 2023 17:51:18 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Children's Xmas parties Wed 6 Dec
Message-ID: <9e2adb7c-54bd-43ec-b963-9ae075d8ec78@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of ?tree and ?text that says "?Children's Christmas 
Parties WEDNESDAY 6 DECEMBER 2023 Stronsay Community Centre Children and 
babies from primary five and under. 6.00- 7.30pm Games, party food and a 
visit from Santa. All children must be accompanied by an adult, parent, 
grandparent, etc. Primary six to secondary four. 8.00 9.30pm Dancing, 
party food and presents. Children will be supervised by the SWRI 
committee. Organised Stronsay S.W.R.I supportedby AQUACULTURE h? 
SCOTLAND?"??
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec  3 19:55:57 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 3 Dec 2023 19:55:57 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Extract from Alistair Carmichael's week in
 Westminster
Message-ID: <c9283838-e659-4538-beb8-307a9772c893@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

*Challenging a swerving immigration minister*

The issue of fishing worker visas has become increasingly urgent for 
fishermen since the government rushed through new restrictions earlier 
this year. As I pointed out in the Commons this week 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/74513195/441804715/535907756?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjVhMTNjYWY2LTA5OTItZWUxMS04OTI1LTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=DW1xYAx1avHGHL9Vefa1haRnTPtzEONJEi6o4akFOl8=&emci=24f1c0a4-f891-ee11-8925-002248223f36&emdi=5a13caf6-0992-ee11-8925-002248223f36&ceid=397233>, 
the immigration minister Robert Jenrick first promised me a meeting to 
talk about the issue in May.

He?s obviously scared to hold that meeting, because he?s never met me 
yet! Perhaps he simply does not want to sit across the table from people 
like the skipper of a crab boat in Orkney, who has had to sell one of 
his two boats because he can?t get the crew to work on it.

Because of this government?s decisions a local business is being forced 
to downsize and a vital part of the isles economy has been harmed. Alone 
it would be bad enough, but it is a scenario which I suspect more than a 
few skippers will be contemplating now or in the future, if this problem 
continues. Ministers cannot swerve the rest of us forever.

*Government backs down on fishing medical certificate requirements*

In better news for the catching sector, this week saw concessions made 
by the government on its planned medical certificate requirements. The 
change allows greater flexibility and ?grandfather? rights for 
fishermen, and an extension of the deadline to secure those rights to 30 
April 2024.

It is good that the government has seen sense but it would have been 
better to have had some common sense from the start ? rather than at the 
last possible minute. This constant veering from poorly planned policy 
to embarrassing U-turns is no way to give confidence for the industry. 
Fishermen have been in fear for their livelihoods under pressure from 
the government.

I hope that this will be the start of a more open-minded and informed 
approach from the Department for Transport under the new minister. The 
government needs to step up and engage properly with fishermen so that 
we do not see this sort of cackhanded policy fiasco again.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec  4 11:59:49 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2023 11:59:49 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Santa's Float 2023!
Message-ID: <799223f3-6d1d-4b67-973d-b06ec113a180@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of text that says "Santa Float This year Santa will be 
coming to Stronsay on the 23rd December 2023. We will set off from Woods 
Yard and walk following the float through the village finishing up in 
the hotel for a raffle. 6:30 pm Start This year the Stronsay Drama group 
are holding this to help fund panto props and costumes. Any raffle 
donations gratefully accepted on the night. Look forward to seeing you 
all there! GS"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec  4 23:06:51 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2023 23:06:51 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Hotel - Afternoon Tea
Message-ID: <ce29cf80-2d55-471d-8467-7150f4d25acf@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub's Facebook page:/

Is it that time of week again already??.

Tomorrows delights are ~
Soup of the day - Seafood chowder??
Cake of the day - Black Forest gateaux??
Homemade Pate - chicken and mustard??
Trio - TBC

Walk ins welcome but bookings is advised??

To book a table, simply send this page a private message or email 
stronsayhotel at gmail.com

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec  5 14:31:12 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 5 Dec 2023 14:31:12 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Thursday ferries, possibility of disruption
Message-ID: <955d3948-b56c-46f0-a41b-4514e266bcde@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ADVANCE DISRUPTION NOTICE ? THURSDAY 7TH DECEMBER
We would like to advise customers that there is possibility of 
disruptions to all of our services on the above date due to current 
forecasts of strong winds ??
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec  6 10:40:25 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023 10:40:25 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Mon 11 Dec - road closure 9am-11am
Message-ID: <aa99c941-4069-4af0-92e9-c73393c7b189@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Monday 11 December - heavy equipment being delivered will mean that the 
road outside the new substation will be closed from 9am (after the 
school run is finished) until approximately 11am.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec  6 14:07:50 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023 14:07:50 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] NFU AGM Wed 6 Dec
In-Reply-To: <cbe0006a-98a8-4059-a180-9b2803f23762@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>
References: <cbe0006a-98a8-4059-a180-9b2803f23762@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>
Message-ID: <8502582c-50f5-48f4-8db2-fd5fe0a25445@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/?From Craig Stout on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

NFU AGM tonight postponed

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec  6 15:20:25 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023 15:20:25 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Christmas Card Delivery
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec  6 19:51:13 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 6 Dec 2023 19:51:13 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Thursday afternoon ferries "under review"
Message-ID: <0fd625d6-4290-46e0-9982-39af6da86170@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

NORTH ISLES SAILINGS - THURSDAY 7TH DECEMBER
All North Isles (Eday, Sanday, Stronsay and Westray) afternoon sailings 
on Thursday 7th December are under review due to forecasted weather 
conditions ????
A decision will be made tomorrow morning on receipt of an updated 
forecast. Updates will be posted as soon as they are available ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec  7 06:11:41 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 7 Dec 2023 06:11:41 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] RBS out to Stronsay on 14 Dec
Message-ID: <a5f36231-da5f-44cf-bd04-069378bc9fa5@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>


        *Good news from Lois Canning!*


        Thursday 14/12 RBS will be out to Stronsay! 10.00 till 14.30
        lunch 12-13.00.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  8 12:08:18 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 8 Dec 2023 12:08:18 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Afternoon ferry one hour earlier
Message-ID: <d0219e61-ead6-40ce-84f2-c1e6f9283d4c@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

EDAY/STRONSAY SERVICE ? FRIDAY 8TH DECEMBER

We would like to advise that this afternoon?s sailing to Eday and 
Stronsay has been brought forward one hour due to continued adverse 
weather and swell conditions ???

New times as follows ?

Depart Kirkwall 1500
Arrive Eday 1615
Depart Eday 1630
Arrive Stronsay 1705
Depart Stronsay 1715
Arrive Kirkwall 1900

All booked passengers have been contacted ?

For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  8 15:02:10 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 8 Dec 2023 15:02:10 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Mental health & wellbeing fund
Message-ID: <767ca830-5149-4864-8562-5762c65bbf7c@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

*_Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Fund - Round 3_*
A grant fund aimed at supporting community-based initiatives that 
promote and develop good mental health and wellbeing within the adult 
population is open for applications until 5pm on *Friday, 12^th ?January 
2024*. To access information, visit 
https://www.vaorkney.org.uk/communities-mental-health-and-wellbeing-fund.
<https://www.vaorkney.org.uk/communities-mental-health-and-wellbeing-fund/>The 
projects supported will benefit communities right across Orkney, and can 
offer a wide range of activities, such as fitness and gentle sports, 
provide equipment and enable the set-up of self-help support groups, 
support those with long term and life limiting illness, offer access to 
learning and arts activities.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  8 15:36:40 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 8 Dec 2023 15:36:40 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] R100 and Super Fast Broadband Vouchers
Message-ID: <412bf2c2-4ccd-4821-8398-39d7b8758592@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From OIC:/
*R100 and Super Fast Broadband Vouchers.*
The Scottish Government?s Reaching 100% (R100) programme ensures that 
all premises in Scotland can access superfast broadband ? speeds of at 
least 30 Megabits per second. The ?600m broadband infrastructure 
programme includes the R100 contracts, which will see over 3,318 homes 
and business in Orkney benefit from full fibre, which is over 30 times 
faster than the original commitment.
For those residents not in R100 contract or commercial build plans the 
R100 Scottish Broadband Voucher Scheme offers a subsidy of up to ?5,000 
to access a faster broadband solution, of which there are around 940 
eligible premises in Orkney.
While there is no deadline for the vouchers, Orkney Islands Council is 
keen to get the eligible homes and businesses that haven?t claimed it to 
start investigating the possibilities of an improved service, with a 
range of solutions available.
To find out more please visit: 
https://www.orkney.gov.uk/Service-Directory/B/digital-connectivity.htm
Many thanks
Ewan Kennedy
Graduate Trainee (Digital Engagement & Enterprise)
Enterprise and Economic Growth
Orkney Islands Council
School Place
Kirkwall
Orkney
KW15 1NY
Tel: 01856 873 535 Extension: 3668

Orkney Islands Council may need to record contact information in order 
to progress your query. For more information as to how we use your data 
please see our Privacy Notice at: www.orkney.gov.uk/privacy
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec  8 18:55:44 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 8 Dec 2023 18:55:44 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Telephone network update
Message-ID: <9bec92df-4786-43f1-9c82-f9f601c04127@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/?From Alistair Carmichael MP:/

Many constituents have contacted me regarding this matter in recent 
weeks to raise their concerns about the way the changeover is being 
handled and the implications for safety and resilience in the network 
for the isles, particularly in the case of power cuts ? and I am glad to 
report that next Wednesday I will lead a debate on the topic.
Most of the copper wire network planned to be closed by the end of 2025 
as it is replaced with broadband connections, but we all know that rural 
and island areas of the UK have some of the lowest rates of broadband 
connection. The news this week that Openreach has now reached the 
?halfway? point in its broadband upgrade programme will be cold comfort 
for the many households in the isles which continue to wait.
Besides the issue of rollout of broadband to the isles there is the 
matter of power cuts. During power outages in Shetland in December 2022, 
some properties were left without power for as long as six days. The 
replacement ?Voice over Internet Protocol? (VoIP) system only has a 
resilience of one hour using a backup battery with Openreach, and relies 
on a broadband connection.
We need a proper plan to maintain resilience in future, whatever happens 
to the copper network. There is a lack of confidence in the switchover 
as things stand ? particularly for people who are the most isolated or 
reliant on emergency connections.
I have raised concerns about the copper wire network in Parliament 
before and the answers have not been good enough. Now is the time for 
ministers and officials to brush up and front up on what they are going 
to do to ensure that the new systems work for vulnerable people and for 
our island communities.
The debate will be held at 9.30am on Wednesday 13th December. I would 
urge anyone with concerns about the changes to the network to contact my 
office ahead of time (at alistair.carmichael.mp at parliament.uk), so that 
we can present the strongest possible evidence of the potential impact. 
This is not about opposing change ? but it is about ensuring that the 
needs of our communities are heard.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec  9 11:34:30 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2023 11:34:30 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] BEWARE!! Haulage shed, left-hand door pinned open
Message-ID: <2e635a2d-2181-4e66-b5fc-18cf9a56b356@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

The recent weather has been unkind to the left hand door of the haulage 
shed, for safety reasons it is now open, pinned between the wall and the 
container, please do not attempt to close it as it is only hanging by a 
thread. Ta.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec  9 20:23:16 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2023 20:23:16 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Alistair Carmichael's "The week in Parliament"
Message-ID: <65771171-30bd-467e-84a6-64d4f8a29804@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/Alistair Carmichael's "The week in Parliament":/

If there has been a theme to the events of Parliament in the last week 
it has been on immigration ? and the Conservative Party?s ongoing 
disintegration. Between the government?s flailing attempts to rescue its 
?Rwanda? scheme ? pouring yet more money into an immoral and unworkable 
plan ? and its plans to cut regular migration with harsh and 
counterproductive new rules, Rishi Sunak?s goal appears to be cruelty at 
all costs, no matter the harm to our economy or health service.

Astonishingly, for many on the Tory right even this does not appear to 
be sufficient, with Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick quitting 
dramatically in protest at the Rwanda scheme ? not because it was too 
ridiculous, but because it was not ridiculous enough.

*Human consequences of Tory prejudice on family visa restrictions*

Amongst the many other populist postures outlined in the government?s 
?plan? this week was a hike in the minimum income required for British 
citizens who want to bring a foreign family member or partner to live 
with them, from ?18,600 to ?38,700 a year. That is not just more than 
double the previous requirement ? it is higher than the median salary 
for every part of the UK, bar London.

I cannot help but reflect on what this new threshold could mean for 
people in the isles. I have already heard of people being affected by 
the changes and I fear more will appear in the days to come. This is the 
human face of the consequences of Tory prejudice.

In the isles, we all know someone who is an immigrant to the UK, or who 
is married to one. They are valued members of our community, as much as 
anyone else. The government?s measures announced this week will not 
change that fact, but they risk discouraging future generations from 
joining our community. In the long term we will all be the poorer for that.

Over the years I have helped hundreds of constituents with immigration 
issues, helping people to bring their families back together or secure 
visas for their spouses. That is just a part of the job of a 
constituency MP but those successes, when they come, are some of the 
most rewarding.

I shall challenge the proposals in Parliament in any way possible and I 
would urge anyone affected to contact my office.

*Crippling visa restrictions on fishing workers*

There are of course more specific harms caused by the new rules, 
particularly for our fishing industries. Having hammered fishermen 
earlier in the year with their sudden imposition of new rules on visas 
for deckhand workers, this week the government doubled down.

A hike in the salary requirements to secure worker visas is bad enough, 
but it comes on top of inflexible rules which demand that these workers 
pass stringent English language tests, a point I highlighted in 
Parliament on Tuesday. 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/74885733/442939139/1748100591?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjVjZjZmYmI0LWNhOTYtZWUxMS04OTI1LTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=9aqan9xDgez9cHGH_9ysRM0eKtGLZQ7m4po6OcQBo4g=&emci=fc28f14d-ca96-ee11-8925-002248223f36&emdi=5cf6fbb4-ca96-ee11-8925-002248223f36&ceid=397233>

This is not about any inability to speak English. This is about barring 
people ? whose valued skills have nothing to do with language ? on the 
basis of their ability to talk about Shakespeare.

I have heard of one local skipper in the isles who tried the language 
test himself and failed ? because of the speed of typing required. If a 
native English speaker cannot pass such a test it suggests that 
something is not quite right here.

The Home Secretary is completely clueless of the needs of island 
communities. For the sake of a newspaper front page today he risks 
crippling the fishing industry for years to come.

**

*New data on poverty shows two child limit must be scrapped*

The two-child limit ? a rule brought in by the Conservatives which 
blocks additional child credits for children after the first two ? has 
long been a sore point across the country. Analysis by End Child Poverty 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/74885734/442939140/-1746055891?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogIjVjZjZmYmI0LWNhOTYtZWUxMS04OTI1LTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=9aqan9xDgez9cHGH_9ysRM0eKtGLZQ7m4po6OcQBo4g=&emci=fc28f14d-ca96-ee11-8925-002248223f36&emdi=5cf6fbb4-ca96-ee11-8925-002248223f36&ceid=397233> 
this week has found that 250 children in Orkney and 260 in Shetland are 
affected by the two-child limit policy. The overall child poverty rate 
in Orkney is 20.1%, while in Shetland it is 15.4%.

These figures point once again to how absurd the two-child limit really 
is. If people need help they need help regardless of how many children 
they have. You cannot imagine a parent being turned away at a hospital 
if their third child was ill or denied access to a school.

This policy is a punishment on children through no fault of their own. 
It is past time the government saw sense and scrapped the limit outright.

*Challenging the indiscriminate loss of journalists in Gaza*

The Committee for the Protection of Journalists have found that 57 
Palestinian journalists have been killed in the Gaza Strip since the 7th 
of October ? the worst period for the killing of journalists since the 
start of records in 1992. I raised these figures in Parliament on 
Monday, to call upon foreign office ministers to challenge the Israeli 
government on this unacceptable situation.

The response was lacking, to say the least. If the government does not 
think that killing 57 journalists doing vital work in Gaza is 
?indiscriminate? then I dread to imagine what would qualify in their eyes.

Journalists in conflict zones cannot be considered legitimate targets. 
That so many have been killed in these attacks at best suggests a 
scattergun, haphazard approach by the Israeli military. If our 
government cannot stand up for restraint then we can only expect to see 
more of these losses.

*Scots Trad Music Awards recognised in Parliament*

And finally ? on a happier note, I was glad lodge parliamentary motions 
this week recognising the winners of the Scots Trad Music Awards. It was 
an opportunity to single out the success of the Orkney Folk Festival as 
?Event of the Year? and Mhari McLeman, long-time volunteer at the 
Shetland Folk Festival as ?Traditional Music Enabler of the Year?, as 
well as the success of Skipinnish song ?The Clearances Again? ? a piece 
which gained attention as a protest against the SNP-Green governments 
HPMA proposals. Twenty years on and the Scots Trad Music Awards go from 
strength to strength, as does the Scottish folk scene.

Folk music is part of the fabric and furniture of the isles ? it is 
always worth recognising those who maintain and build those traditions. 
The award to ?The Clearances Again? goes to show the power that music 
has to move and motivate people ? long may that continue.

As ever, if there are any issues that you would like to raise with me, 
please do not hesitate to get in touch - and for specific casework 
matters you can contact me at alistair.carmichael.mp at parliament.uk.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec  9 20:26:23 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2023 20:26:23 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Collecting used stamps for charity
Message-ID: <c3ee1b51-96f2-4829-bb4e-1c51291a9c26@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Sheena Cooper on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

I?m happy to collect and send away used stamps for charity again this 
year if anyone wants rid of them
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 10 12:50:21 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 10 Dec 2023 12:50:21 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Reminder, Mon 11 Dec road blocked 9am - 11am
Message-ID: <a72577a7-a0dc-4e13-b385-d026a8f910be@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Reminder - Monday 11 December - heavy equipment being delivered will 
mean that the road outside the new substation will be closed from 9am 
(after the school run is finished) until approximately 11am.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 11 13:47:00 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2023 13:47:00 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Free geese! Front of the Smithy
Message-ID: <fa243e03-ce6f-43bc-8ca4-a39ba663d0d8@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Bob Forshaw on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
If anyone wants any geese, please take as many as you want at the front 
of the Smithy
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 11 16:00:03 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 11 Dec 2023 16:00:03 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Send Xmas greetings via the Limpet - free!
Message-ID: <b86ab3bb-1eab-422a-8e43-39dcf2d855bd@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

SENDCHRISTMAS GREETINGS VIA "THE LIMPET" AT NO COST TO YOU!
You can send greetings to your friends via the pages of the December 
edition of the Stronsay Limpet, just send the greetings in an email to 
editor at stronsaylimpet.co.ukto arrive by 7pm on Thu 21 Dec. There is no 
charge for this service.
Notethat the December edition of the Limpet will be published on 21 
December, 10 days earlier than usual.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 10:03:33 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 10:03:33 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Hotel & Pub - announcements
Message-ID: <c961b00f-a4c4-4873-9a31-57f51c62c2c9@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub on Facebook:/

We have a couple of announcements, ??
?Unfortunately this week our kitchen will not be open.
?It will reopen for afternoon teas on the 19th
~This will be the last one until into the new year~
?And then will open again for Friday night Takeaways on the 22nd and the 
29th.
(There will be weekly updates)
Very exciting announcement!! ??
?We would like to welcome our new head chef Avril Kent to the hotel 
team, she has been more than excellent so far and we feel she will be an 
asset to the hotel going forward, heres a peedie introduction from 
herself, ?
Hello, as a few of you may know I?ve been appointed as the head chef at 
the Stronsay Hotel.
I have previous experience working as a pastry chef for two years at a 
five star venue in Sussex, during this time I also ran afternoon tea and 
assisted with event meals. This position is really exciting for me, I 
grew up in Stronsay and after returning home more recently, I have 
remembered just how much I love the island and all it has to offer.
I?m very excited to be a part of the team here at the Hotel, and look 
forward to building it into a place that locals can come and enjoy good 
food.
I have lots to learn and over the next few weeks I will be creating 
menus that I believe reflect the needs of the community here in Stronsay 
and the people that visit.
All the best and look forward to seeing you in the future.
Please everyone join us in welcoming Avril to the hotel and making her 
feel at home. We can?t wait to see what new and exciting ideas she comes 
up with!
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 14:15:38 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:15:38 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank - crucial dates!
Message-ID: <eb58fbaa-d1d2-4ebc-a774-1107dcfc6d5f@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of text that says "CHRISTMAS MEAT ORDERS Please can we 
reques that customers place any meat orders for Christmas New Year byg 
Saturday 16th Dec (Roasting joints, Steaks, Gammon, Sausages, 
Chipolatas, Sausage meat, Streaky bacon etc) To ensure your order and 
avoid disappointment Thank you"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 14:36:44 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:36:44 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank - fruit & veg deadline!
Message-ID: <e067aea9-278b-4bb8-adc3-49a71a54d888@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of fruit and text that says "CHRISTMAS FRUIT & VEG 
DEADLINE Can we please request that to avoid disappointment, all 
customers place any FRUIT & VEGETABLE orders for CHRISTMAS NEXT MONDAY 
18th DECEMBER No later than 10am All orders will be set by for 
collection on FRIDAY 22ND DECEMBER. Whilst we will do our best, any 
orders after this will not be guaranteed"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 14:42:35 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 14:42:35 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank Fish Order deadline
Message-ID: <8f69ffaf-3b08-4031-9d02-25a442cd2334@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Olivebank Fish order in next Friday 22th December.
Any orders no later than Wednesday 20th December 5pm.
Thank you.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 17:42:07 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:42:07 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank - Crantit milk for Xmas
Message-ID: <22dc2c72-4fbc-40ac-9188-eeac2b89e1c3@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

 From Olivebank:

May be an image of text that says "CRANTIT MILK FOR THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD 
Next week Crantit milk will be available as per usual on Tuesday 19th 
December and Thursday 21st December It will then be available on 
Saturday 23rd which will also include Tuesday 26th orders as we will be 
closed that day Please inform us ASAP of any changes required and late 
than Wed 20th December by 5pm to make any changes to the Saturday/Tu 
order Thank you THIS ALSO INcLUDES ANY cREAM ORDERS AVAILABLE IN 1/2ltr 
iltr or 2ltr SIZES MiLk? Santa"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 12 18:02:32 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2023 18:02:32 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Bread orders over festive period
Message-ID: <f435f3a9-2663-4c0a-ae25-0d51077c1afe@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Another post for all customers to wrap your heads around!
This time, all bread orders over the festive period.
I have tried to make it as simple as possible, but any questions, please 
ask.
*PLEASE NOTE FRIDAY 22nd HOVIS WILL ALSO INCLUDE TUESDAY 26th HOVIS as 
we will be closed?.all shop notices have been amended to include this*
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 13 11:50:55 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:50:55 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferry - disruption possible 13-17 Dec
Message-ID: <a1fe0b6b-cb32-47be-9b69-25bd43a74d21@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

*_WEATHER WARNING - THURSDAY 13TH TO SUNDAY 17TH _*
We would like to advise all passengers that there is a possibility of 
disruption to all routes from Thursday 13th December through to Sunday 
17th December ???
This is due to forecasted high wind speeds and swell ????
We will provide updates as and when decisions have been made ?????
For all the latest information, head to our website or our social media 
channels ????
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 13 13:59:16 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:59:16 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Wellbeing coordinator for Stronsay
In-Reply-To: <CADzYgS2-jRjqghAbJK9gnksnTbCMfgBSRmkk21S00_ktoQDxbg@mail.gmail.com>
References: <CADzYgS2-jRjqghAbJK9gnksnTbCMfgBSRmkk21S00_ktoQDxbg@mail.gmail.com>
Message-ID: <155e5cea-3331-4c8f-9e3e-0fd0a257c288@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Please see attached documents.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 14 15:08:52 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:08:52 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] School Xmas calendars & concert Fri 15 Dec
Message-ID: <fdd8db30-71a2-47bb-b32b-cf22937e3766@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Molly-May Allan on Stronsay's Facebook page: /

We will be selling our school calendars for ?5 each tomorrow at the 
school christmas concert from 1.30pm in the school hall. If you would 
like to buy a calendar remember some extra pennies. If you aren't going 
to make the school concert, the calendars will be available from the 
school office over the next week. Thank you for your continued support.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 14 15:59:17 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:59:17 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Hotel & Pub - feedback
Message-ID: <e1473ec8-cc92-45a4-8ad9-538ac567a60d@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From James Seaton on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
Hi, for those who don?t know me my name is Jim Seaton and i am currently 
one of the Directors on Stronsay Hotel & Pub 
<https://www.facebook.com/groups/476168409207488/user/100083375340593/?__cft__[0]=AZVp9WxJ8wwl6tXUEObw82Ek5e8ll6ia0TmhzSyrrA4yha_6Pl3Wsk3-Gj6BsjxiV8E_sLUnmSgdUFW9-qPe1SpH-SjYtR2xXZ3ngKmisIoTdG4LUZAnyTeRGoXhNuCXkyifSAFwZQlVIjXOUcCUIKzV_JjaIGId9WbfCy4FjEgAWPUU3IMz8PxgDkMVtkPSl-g&__tn__=-]K-R> 
board on behalf of the Stronsay Development Trust.
The hotel has now been open for 6 weeks and like all start up businesses 
it has had some Successes and teething problems but this is to be expected.
As the hotel is an asset of the island and belongs to the Island, it is 
we feel important to get feed back from the public Positive and negative.
Also we would like to answer anyone?s queries or address any rumours as 
it is important to us that we are open and welcoming to everyone on the 
Island.
Please feel free to PM me or Call/Text 07470111871 or email 
safehandsno_1 at hotmail.com
Thanks
Jim Seaton
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 14 19:02:21 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:02:21 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Deadline for Dec edition of the Limpet!
Message-ID: <6bbb5320-43dc-4321-8e31-5f6aa82aec12@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Just 7 days to the deadline for the December edition of the Limpet:
*7pm on Thu 21 Dec, that's 10 days earlier than usual!*

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 11:04:49 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:04:49 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Saturday morning ferry under review
Message-ID: <cdded80c-86c9-4692-bf4c-c8ad6765b016@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ORKNEYFERRIES
STRONSAY ? SANDAY ? EDAY SERVICE ? SATURDAY 16TH DECEMBER
Please be advised the 07:00 departure from Kirkwall to Stronsay, Sanday 
& Eday tomorrow morning is under review due current forecasts of adverse 
conditions ???
A decision will be made this afternoon ?
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 11:33:06 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:33:06 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Fishmart - broadband now working
Message-ID: <858ab25e-f096-429d-8d17-c4c417d1aa28@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY COMMUNITY COUNCIL
 ? ? ? ?Chair: Shirley Whiteman? ? ? Vice Chair: Damian Stout
_STRONSAY FISH MART_
_
_
Stronsay Community Council is pleased to announce that the broadband 
service is now live and working at the Fish Mart.

Thanks are extended to Kevin, Outreach Engineer, who was able to 
identify and rectify the problem and to all the Fish Mart users?who have 
been patient and? understanding since the broadband service became 
unavailable on the 5th October 2023.

CMC
15 December 2023
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 11:40:10 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:40:10 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Sunday afternoon ferry subject to change
Message-ID: <4a70b261-3d57-4b6f-8395-3451a0d078ca@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY/SANDAY/EDAY SERVICES ? SUNDAY 17TH DECEMBER

Please be advised the 16:00 departure to Stronsay and 16:20 departure to 
Sanday & Eday on Sunday 17th December are now subject to change ?

This would be to facilitate rescheduling Saturday?s cancelled North 
Ronaldsay service ??

These are weather dependent and will be confirmed closer to the time ?

Booked passengers will be contacted where sailings are changed, and all 
updates will be posted on our social media feeds and website ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 14:07:59 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 14:07:59 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Saturday morning ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <1ff863c7-1d9d-4cfa-8063-6ae8b6a0bd22@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

EDAY/SANDAY/STRONSAY SERVICE ? 16TH DECEMBER
We would like to inform passengers that tomorrow morning?s service to 
Eday, Sanday and Stronsay has been cancelled ??
This is due to forecasted high wind speed and swell conditions ????
All booked passengers have been contacted ???
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 15:27:18 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 15:27:18 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Orkney Ferries, Kirkwall office phone lines closed
Message-ID: <60d11040-2365-40bb-b087-9fef9f82e539@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ORKNEYFERRIES
CURRENT DISRUPTIONS - KIRKWALL OFFICE
Please be advised, we have temporarily closed our phones lines due to 
incoming disruptions and short staff??
We apologise for this inconvenience ??
We hope to re-open our phone lines again shortly ??
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 15 19:23:56 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 15 Dec 2023 19:23:56 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] School post boxes - an extra day!
Message-ID: <6973dc8a-1795-452f-b879-ccc31fdf19bb@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

I am leaving the Stronsay school staff post boxes for one more day in 
the shops and will collect the local post from them tomorrow night, 
Saturday 16th December 2023 at 5pm. Hope this helps folk who are 
struggling like me to write my Christmas cards! Thank you for your 
support. Gaynor x.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 16 13:23:39 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 2023 13:23:39 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferry on Sunday 17 December
Message-ID: <94fa2b2c-aa7b-483c-84ff-49547639dfc7@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY, SANDAY AND EDAY SERVICE - SUNDAY 17th DECEMBER

We would like to advise passengers that this service will now be a three 
isles sailing ?? ?

This is to accommodate a sailing to North Ronaldsay where weather 
conditions are suitable ??

Sailing times are as follows ?

Depart Kirkwall: 1400
Depart Stronsay: 1550
Depart Sanday: 1635
Depart Eday: 1705
Arrive Kirkwall: 1820

Booked passengers have been contacted ?? ?

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause ??



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 16 17:53:37 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 16 Dec 2023 17:53:37 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Christmas Stitchers!
Message-ID: <0918d20b-608d-45fd-91bf-6ae405238d74@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 17 17:31:48 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2023 17:31:48 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Boil your water!
Message-ID: <f35dfe07-7204-48dd-853f-9c89ffe7f6ec@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

https://www.scottishwater.co.uk/In-Your-Area/Investments-in-Your-Area/171223-Stronsay-Boil-Notice.

Scottish Water has issued customers on Stronsay in Orkney with a boil 
water notice instruction for drinking and cooking. This is purely a 
precaution after two anomalous samples were taken on the island which 
did not meet our standards.

The boil water notice will remain in place until we have carried out 
further sampling to confirm there is no issue with the local supply.

*While the boil notice is in place, customers are being advised to only 
use boiled tap water for the following:*

?Drinking
?Cleaning teeth
?Preparing babies? food (once cooled) and disinfecting baby feeding 
equipment
?Preparing food (Including washing fruit, salads etc and making ice cubes)
?Pet food and drink
?Washing open wounds and for first aid

*Do not:*

?use water that has been boiled several times
?use water labelled ?natural mineral water? for preparing baby feed 
other than those supplied by Scottish Water

*No requirement to boil water for:*

?Bathing, showering, or washing ? except in cases for open wounds
?Washing dishes ? use hot water and dry thoroughly
?Washing clothes
?Toilet flushing
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 17 18:43:24 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2023 18:43:24 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Boiler & insulation
Message-ID: <701ec4ac-910e-4d0f-b36d-ce9a8e6640a2@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Callum Campbell on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
Looking forward to visiting your island on Tuesday (weather permitting) 
to carry out our appointments
Anyone that wants us to come by and see if they are eligible for the 
grants let us know and we will fit you in

May be an image of water heater and text that says "Orkney Islands FREE 
BOILER & INSULATION ECO GRANTS NOW AVAILABLE Government-backed EC04 
Grant Funding is now in your area! First Time Central Heating Boiler 
Replacement Cavity Wall Insulation /Underfloor Insulation Loft 
Insulation Room in roof insulation Internal Wall Insulation External 
Wall Insulation Electric Storage Heaters Air Source Heat Pumps First 
Time Central Heating Energy Efficiency Rating Current Potential (15-48) 
(29-54) 80 80 Improve the EPC rating of your home! Contact Paul Contact 
Jim 07821659350 07857923289"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 09:53:03 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:53:03 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferries - disruption 18-24 Dec
Message-ID: <6903928d-457e-4868-b508-12f09ec43e29@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

GENERAL DISRUPTION WARNING ? WEEK COMMENCING 18TH DECEMBER

We would like to advise customers there is possibility of disruption to 
all our services from Monday 18th through to Sunday 24th December due to 
current forecasts of adverse weather conditions ??

Please be advised that there is a high chance of cancellations on 
Thursday 21st December, which currently has a yellow weather warning for 
wind in place ???
All booked passengers will be contacted where sailings are disrupted, 
and all updates will be provided on our social media and website ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 09:56:26 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:56:26 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Pool, closed over Xmas/Hogmanay
Message-ID: <1b0057c0-ed15-4f94-85bc-6686b87762fa@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Swimming Pool:/
Well folks what a fantastic year we?ve had at Stronsay pool, 
unfortunately we will be closed over the festive holiday, the last 
session will be on Thursday 22nd December but the good news is we will 
reopen on Thursday 4th January ??.
The lifeguards and committee would like to thank everyone for their 
support and we wish you all a happy Christmas and a very happy new year ??
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 13:24:51 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 13:24:51 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank - did you find Tinsel?
Message-ID: <c98e75de-cec7-46b6-b2d7-f770c31843ff@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Sheila Williamson (Olivebank):/

Hi folks, that?s Tinsel having a well-deserved rest on top of the 
Christmas tree after all his hiding!
If anyone has taken part in the daily search, please hand in your sheet 
by tomorrow, even if you didn?t complete it, there?ll be a little 
something for taking part as a thank you?& you could win the ?20 
voucher.??????????

May be an image of christmas tree and text
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 18:26:36 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 18:26:36 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Takeaway menu Fri 22 Dec & Fri 29 Dec
Message-ID: <07231d7a-f7f5-48a8-a673-376bca352e06@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub on Facebook:/

Just when you thought the announcements couldn't get any better, 
TAKEAWAYS are back this coming Friday 22nd December and Friday 29th 
December. Bookings can be made Friday before 4pm via messenger, text or 
call 07398627742 then via phone 616407 after 4pm

May be an image of text that says "Takeaway Menu Fish & Chips Olivebank 
Cheese Burger & Chips Chicken Fillets & Chips ?10.00 ?9.50 ?7.00 
Battered Sausage & Chips Macaroni Cheese & Chips ?7.00 ?7.00 SIDES Chips 
Cheesy Chips ?2.00 Loaded Chips ?2.50 Onion Rings ?4.50 ?2.00 SAUCES 
Curry Sweet & Sour BBQ ?1.00 ?1.00 Sweet Chilli ?1.00 Garlic Mayo ?1.00 
?1.00"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 18:32:44 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 18:32:44 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Afternoon Teas, Tue 19 Dec
Message-ID: <1977d7df-a46e-484d-8303-3bf9069b8695@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub on Facebook:
/

Dont forget Afternoon Teas are available again tomorrow 19th December 
from 12-5pm, some delicious treats available.

May be a doodle of text that says "Afternoon Tea Specials Cake of the 
Day Xmas Cake with Cream & Butter Trio of Bakes Flapjack, Chocolate 
Fudge Cake, Bakewells Soup of the Day Carrot & Coriander andwiche Ham & 
Mustard Egg mayonnaise Cheese & Tomatoe Pate Mushroom"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 19:54:32 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 19:54:32 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Boiler & insulation
In-Reply-To: <701ec4ac-910e-4d0f-b36d-ce9a8e6640a2@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>
References: <701ec4ac-910e-4d0f-b36d-ce9a8e6640a2@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>
Message-ID: <54060ffa-6915-4460-8ebb-14a854b09cde@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Calum Campbell on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
Bad news folks
The wether looks like it?s beaten us
We will make it as far as Orkney mainland
So the outlying islands we will need to just do by video call over the 
next few days
Paul 07821659350
You will need to wait to have our riveting company until after the new 
year now

Editor, Stronsay Limpet
www.stronsaylimpet.co.uk

On 17/12/2023 18:43, Limpet editor wrote:
> /From Callum Campbell on Stronsay's Facebook page:/
> Looking forward to visiting your island on Tuesday (weather 
> permitting) to carry out our appointments
> Anyone that wants us to come by and see if they are eligible for the 
> grants let us know and we will fit you in
>
> May be an image of water heater and text that says "Orkney Islands 
> FREE BOILER & INSULATION ECO GRANTS NOW AVAILABLE Government-backed 
> EC04 Grant Funding is now in your area! First Time Central Heating 
> Boiler Replacement Cavity Wall Insulation /Underfloor Insulation Loft 
> Insulation Room in roof insulation Internal Wall Insulation External 
> Wall Insulation Electric Storage Heaters Air Source Heat Pumps First 
> Time Central Heating Energy Efficiency Rating Current Potential 
> (15-48) (29-54) 80 80 Improve the EPC rating of your home! Contact 
> Paul Contact Jim 07821659350 07857923289"
>
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 20:17:23 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:17:23 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] More from OIC on Stronsay's water problem
Message-ID: <9fb1ee0e-c059-48e0-8dc2-173286088593@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8590.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Mon Dec 18 23:47:39 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Mon, 18 Dec 2023 23:47:39 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Hotel - Xmas events
Message-ID: <141c24b8-5443-4e3d-be7b-972150e553c6@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Hotel & Pub on Facebook:/
Lots of exciting events coming up over the next few weeks, posters are 
now up in the shops and preparations underway in the kitchen and bar, 
look out for further announcements coming and spread the word.

May be an image of dartboard and text that says "STRONSAY HOTEL 
CHRISTMAS TAKE AWAY EVENTS 22 FRIDAY 29 4.30-8pm 4.30 DEC QUIZ NIGHT 
FRIDAY 22 DEC 8pm POOL COMPETITION WEDNESDAY 27 DEC from 5pm DARTS 
COMPETITION FRIDAY 29 DEC from 5pm PRIZES INCLUDED Further details to 
ollow w Sign up sheets in the bar or contact Jim Seaton"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 19 10:31:40 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2023 10:31:40 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Sufficient coal & gas??
Message-ID: <843e4b12-c9f3-48ad-b0d7-661846435d89@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Sheila Williamson on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

**IMPORTANT**
Please can all OLIVEBANK customers ensure that you have sufficient COAL 
& GAS supplies to last you throughout the Christmas & New Year period.
TODAY is the LAST day of deliveries.
COLLECTION ONLY thereafter as we will be busy in the butchery producing 
orders and will not have time to deliver.
We thank you for your continued custom throughout the year.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 19 15:14:21 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2023 15:14:21 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Beast
Message-ID: <af3e7947-6730-4bb9-9027-c50408bacb84@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Lindsay Bailey on Orkney Past & Present Facebook page:/
Hi folks, I'm currently doing a project at the Orkney museum and I'll be 
coming across some artwork you guys might find interesting. So here's 
the first one, it's an ink drawing of the Stronsay Beast, artist unknown.
May be an image of snake
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Tue Dec 19 16:58:25 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2023 16:58:25 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Water now OK to drink!
Message-ID: <b1094794-697b-41fc-93c8-acfe3c69d198@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

https://www.scottishwater.co.uk/In-Your-Area/Investments-in-Your-Area/171223-Stronsay-Boil-Notice.

"Scottish Water is advising residents in Stronsay that they can return 
to using their tap water as normal."

-- 
Editor, Stronsay Limpet
www.stronsaylimpet.co.uk
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 01:53:55 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 01:53:55 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Limpet - December edition
Message-ID: <2b2a1294-068e-4d06-8b47-6d029403cc17@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

The deadline for the December edition of the Limpet is 7pm tomorrow, 
Thursday 21 December!





From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 07:43:30 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:43:30 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferries on Thursday under review
Message-ID: <3a241083-dfef-48fb-8cf8-d1a89797846b@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY / EDAY SERVICE - THURSDAY 21ST DECEMBER
We would like to inform passengers that tomorrows 7am sailing to 
Stronsay / Eday and 1600 sailing to Eday / Stronsay are both under 
review.? A decision about the 7am sailing will be made at 1400 this 
afternoon. ??
This is due to the forecasted weather. ????
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 12:07:55 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:07:55 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank deliveries on Thu 21 Dec instead of Fri
 22 Dec!
Message-ID: <994bd4e9-3a1f-462f-9b04-f7a2fd1cfd2f@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

*/OLIVEBANK POST on Facebook:/*
Can all customers please note;
Rendalls, Argos and Westray bread and Jolly?s fish are all coming in for 
tomorrow 21st December instead of for Fri 22nd
This is due to the poor weather forecast for Thursday.
Existing orders and Christmas orders will be set by for customers.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 14:50:52 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:50:52 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Thursday morning ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <9cfdf977-2cdd-4661-b544-918da87397f5@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

EDAY/STRONSAY SERVICE - 21ST DECEMBER
We would like to advise passengers that tomorrow morning?s 07:00 service 
to Stronsay & Eday has been cancelled ??
This is due to forecasted high winds and swell conditions ????
All booked passengers have been contacted ???
The afternoon departure at 16:00 is still under review, with a decision 
being made in the morning ??
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 16:47:36 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:47:36 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] OIC online survey
Message-ID: <ee84dee6-3ea9-4624-8434-88d095ef1332@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Orkney Islands Council has today (20 December) launched its annual 
online survey seeking input from the community on where they want 
Council spending prioritised.

See https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8614.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 20:08:57 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:08:57 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Hotel Xmas events
Message-ID: <ba4d2904-4994-45fc-b4b6-92f8f73dcabf@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of dartboard and text that says "STRONSAY HOTEL 
CHRISTMAS TAKE AWAY EVENTS 22 FRIDAY 29 4.30-8pm 4.30 DEC QUIZ NIGHT 
FRIDAY 22 DEC 8pm POOL COMPETITION WEDNESDAY 27 DEC from 5pm DARTS 
COMPETITION FRIDAY 29 DEC from 5pm PRIZES INCLUDED Further details to 
ollow w Sign up sheets in the bar or contact Jim Seaton"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 20 21:51:06 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 20 Dec 2023 21:51:06 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Dead seals at St Catherines!
Message-ID: <2d896fa3-9371-4e9f-96b7-3c9033be29c6@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Craig Stout:/
There?s a Roo of dead seals at St Catherines now. Just a heads up to 
save everybody?s dog rolling in them
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 21 14:34:37 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:34:37 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Afternoon ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <f1a04f65-982f-4594-b439-5400c2ec0768@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

EDAY/STRONSAY SERVICE ? THURSDAY 21ST DECEMBER

We regret to advise the 16:00 departure from Kirkwall to Eday & Stronsay 
has been cancelled due to continued forecasts of adverse weather and 
swell conditions ??

All booked passengers have been contacted ??

For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 21 14:40:36 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2023 14:40:36 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Santa Float Sat 23 Dec
Message-ID: <ffe5a70f-422d-4aaf-8665-b2cd3a2e7b35@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

May be an image of text that says "Santa Float This year Santa will be 
coming to Stronsay on the 23rd December 2023. We will set off from Woods 
Yard and walk following the float through the village finishing up in 
the hotel for a raffle. 6:30 pm Start This year the Stronsay Drama group 
are holding this to help fund panto props and costumes. Any raffle 
donations gratefully accepted on the night. Look forward to seeing you 
all there! GS"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 21 15:46:27 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2023 15:46:27 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Pool open tonight, use north door
Message-ID: <60626d7d-5c32-4900-bdb2-bef14a0e1756@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Stronsay Swimming Pool on Facebook:/

Hi folks, as the wind has subsided a little we will be open tonight for 
our last swim of the year ??. Please be aware that the wind is still 
strong and we will most likely be using the north door this evening.
Thanks.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 21 20:21:35 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2023 20:21:35 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] December Limpet now online
Message-ID: <0398cd95-9923-4ad2-9464-f5383e157b09@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

The December edition of the Stronsay Limpet is now available online at 
https://www.stronsaylimpet.co.uk/ISSUE222December2023.pdf.



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 21 23:29:44 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2023 23:29:44 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank
Message-ID: <3e0342a2-9c57-4d31-868d-3d3bb80aa52d@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

FOR ALL OLIVEBANK CUSTOMERS
It?s been a busy busy day today, thank you to all who?ve been in 
collecting their orders so far. ??????????????????????
We have been making up boxes of ordered fruit and vegetables today and 
these can be collected tomorrow.
All chipolatas, sausage meat etc can be collected now too if you haven?t 
already had yours.
Unfortunately, the remaining ?soft fruit? (berries, vine tomatoes, 
cranberries etc.) are still to come on Friday night, as is our remaining 
fresh meat order, so we will be working hard on Friday night to 
sort/process what we can ready for Saturday.
Deliveries will be made tomorrow as usual and anything still to come in, 
will be dropped off on Saturday.
The alcohol shelves are well-stocked too!
Thank you to all
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 22 11:02:40 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 22 Dec 2023 11:02:40 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferries on Sunday - distruption highly possible!
Message-ID: <0b87b08e-cb0c-4bea-a208-47b90845d16f@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ALL SERVICES ? SUNDAY 24th DECEMBER
We would like to advise that there is a high possibility of disruption 
to all services on Sunday 24th December due to forecasted conditions ????
All sailings for this day are under review???
We would encourage customers to travel before Sunday to ensure they 
arrive in time for Christmas, as the service does not run on Christmas 
Day or Boxing Day ??
We are contacting booked customers to advise of the possibility of 
disruption ???
We will continue to monitor forecasts and all updates will be posted on 
our website and social media channels ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 22 22:25:28 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 22 Dec 2023 22:25:28 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Olivebank - update!
Message-ID: <e2c09781-5420-4b51-adb5-b3675583bf2d@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

OLIVEBANK POST
That?s all the meat and turkeys, capons etc. in now ready to be 
processed/sold.
Also, the remainder of the soft fruit and veg have arrived to complete 
customers? orders plus a little extra for the shelves.
We also still have a few of our Christmas vouchers available for any 
last minute gifts, please ask at the till.
Thank you all!
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 12:50:52 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 12:50:52 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Sunday ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <8e242a32-5677-4797-9fc8-a8159efec43e@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>


    ORKNEY FERRIES


    STRONSAY SERVICE - 24TH DECEMBER

We would like to advise customers that the 1600 departure to Stronsay 
tomorrow has been cancelled ????
This is due to wind strengths and current forecasts ????
All booked passengers have been contacted ???
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 12:53:24 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 12:53:24 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Kirk services 24/25 Dec
Message-ID: <ef72b4f3-8a57-46a9-a0a6-33bbe3834145@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From David Locke:/

Please join us for our Christmas services which are for anyone and 
everyone. The morning service on Sunday 24th will be at 11am till about 
noon, and the Watchnight service on Sunday evening starts at 11.30pm and 
lasts till about 12.15pm. On Christmas day at 10am there is a short 
informal fun morning service. All services are in the church hall, 
please watch out for the yellow cable on the ground between the church 
and hall as you go from your car to the hall. Happy Christmas!

May be a graphic of 1 person and text that says "Stronsay Parish Church 
Welcomes You The Dawn of Hope HAPPY CHRISTMAS May God Bless you if we 
can help, let us know MMANUES nhne egh was no room for them Fear not 
bring you good news of greatj oy for all people Love came down at 
Christmas, amidst trouble andhardship and hardship Hope to offer Peace and"
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 14:07:13 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 14:07:13 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferry today (Sat) change
Message-ID: <9622a36d-c403-43cd-845a-fd37210fde5c@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY/EDAY/SANDAY SERVICE - SATURDAY 23RD DECEMBER
We would like to advise customers that todays service to Stronsay, Eday 
and Sanday will sail as follows ??
Depart Kirkwall ? 15:20
Arrive Stronsay ? 17:00
Depart Stronsay ? 17:10
Arrive Eday ? 17:45
Depart Eday ? 17:55
Arrive Kirkwall ? 19:10
Depart Kirkwall ? 15:40
Arrive Sanday ? 17:05
Depart Sanday ? 17:15
Arrive Kirkwall ? 18:40
All booked passengers have been contacted ???
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ??
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 14:13:38 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 14:13:38 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Opening hours Xmas & Hogmanay
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 20:23:17 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 20:23:17 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Rubbish collection dates
Message-ID: <98c52d63-d134-4537-82e7-8736ffa09118@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

Rubbish collection dates over Xmas & Hogmanay - Wednesday 27 December 
2023 and Wednesday 3 January 2024.
https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8529.





From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 20:44:25 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 20:44:25 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Extracts from Liam McArthur's "Holyrood
 Highlights" 22 Dec 2023.
Message-ID: <2a78d4c6-f104-4747-a62a-18316333494e@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

"I made my last flight to Edinburgh of the year on Tuesday morning, and 
spent the morning dealing with emails and casework, as well as 
responding to *news that NorthLink fares are set to go up by 8.7% next 
year*, well above inflation, currently running at 3.9%. Ministers had 
tried to sneak out this information quietly, with no official 
announcement on the Transport Scotland website. Along with my Northern 
Isles colleagues, Beatrice Wishart and Alistair Carmichael, I criticised 
the move which will hurt islanders, already contending with squeezed 
household budgets. You can find our joint statement *here* 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/75664428/445367694/-142427050?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImUwOWMxNGY4LTBhYTEtZWUxMS1iZWExLTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=B-byfw_E-sUjut84SVK4jCS1bBaZXbApRqbdQWqb0ZI=&emci=77348de6-05a1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&emdi=e09c14f8-0aa1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&ceid=397233>."

"Prior to FMQs, I also managed to get a look in at General Questions, 
where I highlighted to the Business Ministers *problems in the islands 
due to the introduction of short term lets legislation*. I urged Richard 
Lochhead to look at whether more flexibility could be provided, 
particularly in the smaller isles where the loss of accommodation 
impacts not just tourism but the opportunities for key workers to find 
places to stay overnight. You can watch and read this exchange *here 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/75664467/445367737/244369594?clip_start=11:42:42&clip_end=11:44:15&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImUwOWMxNGY4LTBhYTEtZWUxMS1iZWExLTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=B-byfw_E-sUjut84SVK4jCS1bBaZXbApRqbdQWqb0ZI=&emci=77348de6-05a1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&emdi=e09c14f8-0aa1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&ceid=397233> 
*and *here* 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/75664468/445367738/256810046?meeting=15627&iob=133325&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImUwOWMxNGY4LTBhYTEtZWUxMS1iZWExLTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=B-byfw_E-sUjut84SVK4jCS1bBaZXbApRqbdQWqb0ZI=&emci=77348de6-05a1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&emdi=e09c14f8-0aa1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&ceid=397233#3896>, 
and General Questions *here* 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/75664469/445367739/244369594?nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImUwOWMxNGY4LTBhYTEtZWUxMS1iZWExLTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=B-byfw_E-sUjut84SVK4jCS1bBaZXbApRqbdQWqb0ZI=&emci=77348de6-05a1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&emdi=e09c14f8-0aa1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&ceid=397233> 
and *here* 
<https://click.ngpvan.com/k/75664470/445367740/256810046?meeting=15627&iob=133324&nvep=ew0KICAiVGVuYW50VXJpIjogIm5ncHZhbjovL3Zhbi9MSUJVSy9MSUJVSy8xLzM4NTM1IiwNCiAgIkRpc3RyaWJ1dGlvblVuaXF1ZUlkIjogImUwOWMxNGY4LTBhYTEtZWUxMS1iZWExLTAwMjI0ODIyM2YzNiIsDQogICJFbWFpbEFkZHJlc3MiOiAicmljYXJkaWFuQGNsYXJlbW9udHN0cm9uc2F5LmNvLnVrIg0KfQ%3D%3D&hmac=B-byfw_E-sUjut84SVK4jCS1bBaZXbApRqbdQWqb0ZI=&emci=77348de6-05a1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&emdi=e09c14f8-0aa1-ee11-bea1-002248223f36&ceid=397233>."

"Today, although *my constituency office is closed*, I spent the morning 
drafting a column for the Orcadian to be published the new year, and 
trying to get my inbox in a fit state before shutting things down for 
Christmas! Holyrood Highlights will be taking a break until 
parliamentary business resumes in the second week of January.? So for 
now, let me take the opportunity of wishing you a *Merry Christmas and 
all the best for a happy, healthy 2024*."
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 23 21:19:43 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 23 Dec 2023 21:19:43 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] 8.7% hike in Northlink ferry fares at the end of
 March 2024
Message-ID: <88ca5bee-3b6d-4a47-8e9d-2769d4065e6e@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

https://www.liammcarthur.org.uk/news/article/isles-representatives-condemn-eye-watering-northlink-ferry-fare-hike-1.

8.7% hike in Northlink ferry fares at the end of March 2024.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 24 12:50:24 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:50:24 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Santa's sleigh 2023
Message-ID: <84e7bcdb-ce02-4099-90cd-2a473d58c103@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Roger on Stronsay's Facebook page: /

Santa and his elves were out in Whitehall Stronsay yesterday evening. 
Despite the rain a large number of folk paraded with the sleigh to 
finish at the Hotel where a warm Christmas reception was waiting. Thank 
you Santa and elves and all that made this possible.

May be an image of 3 people, christmas tree and text that says "1 
Stronsay Photographic"

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 24 12:55:52 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:55:52 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Thank you!
Message-ID: <00af8e8f-64f7-4204-83d8-8757a5c2affe@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Catherine Seaton on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

On behalf of the stronsay drama group I would just like again to say a 
huge thank you to everyone that donated raffles, Mike and jack for the 
tractor and driving, all that came to support us and see Santa and his 
peedie elf?s!!
We raised a massive ?295 which will all go into the props and costumes 
for our Aladdin panto which is going to be held on both friday 12th and 
Saturday 13th of January!
A massive thank you again to you all and we wish you a very merry 
Christmas!!
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 24 14:41:20 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2023 14:41:20 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Even if you're feral!
Message-ID: <182a4059-e8d8-46bc-a0c4-8d11f7700355@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Wassim Malas on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

Even for you feral ones, Santa will have something for you. Best wishes 
to you all. Praying for peace in our world. ??????

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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 24 20:33:10 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 24 Dec 2023 20:33:10 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Name the OIC gritters!
Message-ID: <babc0f4b-bcce-491f-bfac-4cbb4eb92bf7@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Orkney Islands Council on Facebook:/

Two days to go until you can submit name suggestions for our gritters.
We'll open the link on Boxing Day - watch this space!
More info here ?? https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8586 
<https://www.orkney.gov.uk/News?postid=8586&fbclid=IwAR1tBihvAquOHkdVhWBHj_xa0JGKiaN_RRT-EoCCLjuKg9GXEx-5JcMlrIM>.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 27 11:16:14 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:16:14 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Afternoon ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <c5f2aaa8-14c6-4401-b550-c0c4ab6ce21f@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ORKNEY FERRIES
STRONSAY EDAY SERVICE UPDATE - WEDNESDAY 27TH DECEMBER
We regret to advise that this afternoons Stronsay Eday Service is 
cancelled ???
This is due to forecasted weather conditions ????
Booked passengers have been contacted ???
Please see our social media channels and website for the latest news and 
updates ????
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 27 12:48:10 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:48:10 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Refuse collection temporarily suspended!
Message-ID: <6095c7ab-4205-45bd-bacf-a5301b55f5dc@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Sinclair Haulage Ltd:/

Stronsay - Due to the challenging weather conditions and for the safety 
of our driver, we've had to suspend today's refuse collection. We will 
resume as soon as conditions are safe to do so.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Wed Dec 27 20:27:44 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2023 20:27:44 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] ORKNEY FERRIES,
 SERVICE UPDATE - THURSDAY 28TH DECEMBER
Message-ID: <cfd2579f-eefe-4679-b7d5-35071e4bfabc@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ORKNEY FERRIES, SERVICE UPDATE - THURSDAY 28TH DECEMBER at 4:19pm

? Eday
?? Sanday
? Stronsay
? Westray
? Shapinsay
? Graemsay
? Houton
? Rousay Egilsay & Wyre
? Pierowall - Papa Westray



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 28 12:14:05 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2023 12:14:05 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Refuse collection resumes at 12
Message-ID: <30f3a7c7-b379-477a-b4c7-ba92dd1e66ed@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Joe Mowatt:/

Refuse collection will resume at 12.
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 28 17:28:41 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2023 17:28:41 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Friday afternoon ferry under review
Message-ID: <a45d1ad4-a0b8-4b06-a0d6-32e6381d44fa@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

NORTH ISLES SERVICES ? FRIDAY 29TH DECEMBER
We would like to advise customers that ALL afternoon sailings tomorrow 
to Stronsay, Sanday, Eday & Westray are under review ??
This due to current forecasts of adverse weather and swell conditions ????
Updates will be provided once available ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 28 22:04:31 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2023 22:04:31 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Tractor Run 2023
Message-ID: <8e5aee43-2212-4651-b7d5-24d2f93537cb@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Carrie Stout:/
The time is nearly upon us, and here is a picture of all the amazing 
raffle prizes that have been so generously donated so far! ??
??
The plan is to do the same route as last year, so tractors meeting at 
the hall at 6:45pm for a 7pm leaving time, leaving south and going 
around Everby/queens drive, down past Whitehall to the village, turning 
at the ferry pier and then on the final leg, going up past Hunton and 
finishing at the hall.
I have been informed that there will be soup and sandwiches on the go 
once the tractor run is finished and before the dance kicks off, so 
plenty of fuel to keep you going on the dance floor!! The raffle will 
also be drawn before the dance, so make sure to get your tickets before 
then to win some fab prizes!!
And lastly, please remember, this is a charity tractor run so any and 
all donations you can afford towards the air ambulance charity is very 
gratefully received. You never know when you might need it.
??

May be an image of Christmas stocking and textMay be an image of 
christmas tree and text that says "Stronsay Christmas Charity Tractor 
Run 2023 Sunday 31st December 7pm Followed by a Hogmanay dance, put on 
by the Stronsay community hall committee, and the raffle. Charity Ir 
SCAA Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance saving time, saving lives SCAA 0 
ANNIVERSARY 2013 2023 Chosen charity this year is SCAA"


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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Thu Dec 28 22:07:59 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Thu, 28 Dec 2023 22:07:59 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Stronsay Tractor Run 2023
Message-ID: <80554f66-c2b5-4369-89a5-18f8b4ee7fcc@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Carrie Stout:/
The time is nearly upon us, and here is a picture of all the amazing 
raffle prizes that have been so generously donated so far! ??
??
The plan is to do the same route as last year, so tractors meeting at 
the hall at 6:45pm for a 7pm leaving time, leaving south and going 
around Everby/queens drive, down past Whitehall to the village, turning 
at the ferry pier and then on the final leg, going up past Hunton and 
finishing at the hall.
I have been informed that there will be soup and sandwiches on the go 
once the tractor run is finished and before the dance kicks off, so 
plenty of fuel to keep you going on the dance floor!! The raffle will 
also be drawn before the dance, so make sure to get your tickets before 
then to win some fab prizes!!
And lastly, please remember, this is a charity tractor run so any and 
all donations you can afford towards the air ambulance charity is very 
gratefully received. You never know when you might need it.
??

May be an image of Christmas stocking and textMay be an image of 
christmas tree and text that says "Stronsay Christmas Charity Tractor 
Run 2023 Sunday 31st December 7pm Followed by a Hogmanay dance, put on 
by the Stronsay community hall committee, and the raffle. Charity Ir 
SCAA Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance saving time, saving lives SCAA 0 
ANNIVERSARY 2013 2023 Chosen charity this year is SCAA"


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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 29 08:13:35 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2023 08:13:35 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Afternoon ferry - 3 hours early
Message-ID: <b0350d9a-404f-468d-84e3-1bb6c5a178be@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

EDAY STRONSAY SERVICE - FRIDAY 29TH DECEMBER
We would like to advise passengers that the 1600 departure to Eday and 
Stronsay has been brought forward by 3 hours ????
This is due to forecasted weather conditions ????
Sailing times will be as follows??

Dep Kirkwall 13:00
Arr Eday 14:15
Dep Eday 14:30
Arr Stronsay 15:05
Dep Stronsay 15:15
Arr Kirkwall 16:55

We will be contacting booked passengers from 09:00 ??
Please see our website and social media channels for any updates ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Fri Dec 29 10:52:49 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Fri, 29 Dec 2023 10:52:49 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Ferry Sun 31 Dec - disruption possible!
Message-ID: <2f46baf0-46e3-48d5-a640-5dc1e9522e6c@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

ORKNEY FERRIES - ALL SERVICES ? SUNDAY 31ST DECEMBER
We would like to advise that there is possibility of disruption to 
services on Sunday 31st December due to forecasted conditions ????
We would encourage customers to travel before Sunday to ensure they 
arrive in time for the New Year, as the service does not run on 1st or 
2nd January ??
We are contacting booked customers to advise of the possibility of 
disruption ??
We will continue to monitor forecasts and all updates will be posted on 
our website and social media channels ?? ??
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 30 10:56:58 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 2023 10:56:58 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Sat afternoon ferry, time brought forward 1 hr
Message-ID: <8dc5613e-1ebb-4099-adb0-5172f015148a@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY/SANDAY/EDAY SERVICE ? SATURDAY 30TH DECEMBER
We would like to inform customers that this afternoon?s sailing from 
Kirkwall to Stronsay, Sanday & Eday has been brought forward one hour ??
This is due to the latest forecasts showing adverse conditions ????
Sailing times as follows ??

Depart Kirkwall - 14:20
Arrive Stronsay - 16:00
Depart Stronsay - 16:10
Arrive Sanday - 16:45
Depart Sanday - 16:55
Arrive Eday - 17:15
Depart Eday - 17:25
Arrive Kirkwall - 18:40

For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 30 10:59:31 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 2023 10:59:31 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Sunday ferry cancelled
Message-ID: <6994e9d4-a648-43e1-ae0b-6c71825334fa@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

STRONSAY SERVICE ? SUNDAY 31ST DECEMBER
We regret to advise the 16:00 departure from Kirkwall to Stronsay and 
subsequent return has been cancelled tomorrow, Sunday 31st December ??
This is due to forecasted weather and sea conditions ????
We apologise for any inconvenience caused ?
For the latest updates, head to our website or social media feeds ????



From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sat Dec 30 16:07:25 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sat, 30 Dec 2023 16:07:25 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] FREE SLICED BREAD!
Message-ID: <3629803f-953f-4dba-a2e2-f6bf2176d734@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Ross Becalick (Ebenezer Stores):/
Sliced bread? Even better - FREE! Please help yourselves! (and maybe buy 
something...?)

OPENING TIMES:
Sat 30 Dec 07:30-19:30
Sun 31 Dec 07:30-19:30
Mon 1 Jan 10:00-12:00
Tue 2 Jan 10:00-12:00
Wed 3 Jan 10:00-12:00
Thu 4 Jan 07:30-19:30
Fri 5 Jan 07:30-19:30


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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 31 15:00:06 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 2023 15:00:06 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Tractor run - youngster's tractors too!
Message-ID: <9eec0e9d-6db1-4371-91bd-ca2c0ad1d21e@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

/From Carrie Stout on Stronsay's Facebook page:/

We have an exciting addition to the tractor run this year, some 
youngsters are taking their tractors along and will join in at the 
school at the end of the run and make their way to the hall!!
Please, please everyone be mindful it?s going to be dark so hi viz is a 
must, especially for peedie folk. And be alert and watch out for each other
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From editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk  Sun Dec 31 18:54:47 2023
From: editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk (Limpet editor)
Date: Sun, 31 Dec 2023 18:54:47 +0000
Subject: [Stronsaylimpet] Happy New Year!
Message-ID: <42ec776c-d7fe-4291-89ba-b831ff9f83af@stronsaylimpet.co.uk>

The editor of the Stronsay Limpet sends best wishes to everyone and 
hopes for a peaceful New Year. The January edition of the Limpet will 
appear online shortly after 7pm on Wed 31 Jan 2024, items for inclusion 
in that edition can be sent online to editor at stronsaylimpet.co.uk or by 
post to "ClaremontKW17 2AR".
All editions of the Limpet can be viewed online via 
https://www.stronsaylimpet.co.uk/Limpets.html
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