Our Planning & Projects Officer Anne Krippler joined BBC Radio Orkney’s Around Orkney this morning to talk about the Island Communities Place Programme and how it can help people understand the planning system and get involved in decisions affecting their communities: www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Scotland’s Castles: Use Them or Lose Them - Conference 9 Oct. The Scottish Castles Association Conference in Stirling explores planning, restoration, climate challenges and community benefits, with experts from HES, NTS, Landmark Trust, King’s Foundation & more. scotlandscastles.org/event/sca-co...

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"£200,000 Crowdfunder launched to take on former church" The Troon Development Trust have launched an appeal to raise the necessary funds to buy Troon Old Parish Church and convert it into a community hub. Full story here 👇 www.dailyrecord.co.uk/ayrshire/200... (Drawing: John R Hume)

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Rates of self-harm and assaults on staff have gone down significantly in prisons. So, what changed? Addressing prison overcrowding doesn’t just make it easier to help people learn skills and move on from crime; it protects staff and saves lives. https://www.instagram.com/p/DdJm6xDTsRo/

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Peer support creates spaces where LGBTQIA+ people can share experiences, build confidence & feel supported. 🎥 In this film, Lindsey, Operations Manager, The Hive Kirkcaldy, shares how peer support makes these spaces possible. youtu.be/gdj5hDbvYVs?... #FilmFriday #PeerSupportScot #BiVisibilityDay

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