In this week’s The Orcadian

October 27, 2021 at 4:04 pm

This week’s edition of The Orcadian is now in shops and is available online, here.

On the front page this week, we report on the impact that a backlog of PCR tests has had.

Orkney recorded 34 new cases at the weekend — many of which were related to tests earlier in the week but were delayed due to issues with being couriered down to Glasgow.

That led to patients having extended waits in isolation while awaiting their results.

Also inside this week’s newspaper:

OIC housing appeal to re-home refugees
Ba’ committee issue statement on future of this season’s games
Stromness Hotel owner responds to no-alcohol backlash
Framework agreed for remote tower alternative
Airline issues apology after Edinburgh ‘shambles’
Ghosthunters appeal after landowners disturbed
NHS Orkney reacts to negative health and safety audit
Hoy project in line for Scottish Green Energy Award
South Ronaldsay kirk saved from disrepair
Do you want to be involved in shaping your community’s future? OIC wants to hear from you!
Skaill farmer scoops British Farming Award
Orkney Sports Awards opens up for nominations