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The School Crossing Patrol on Ferry Road in Stromness will be closed for the week starting Monday August 30 due to a shortage of staff.

The school crossing patrol on Deerness Road, Kirkwall remains closed until further notice and will be reopened as soon as staff shortages are resolved. Meantime parents are advised to encourage their children to plan their route to school using alternative crossings nearby in the Meadows, at the top of the Clay Loan or on George Street instead.

The Council apologises for any inconvenience, and drivers are asked to take extra care near both these crossings around school opening and closing times.

The School Crossing at the bottom of the Clay Loan is back to normal.

There is a shortage of relief School Crossing Patrol Officers in Stromness and the Council would love to hear from anyone who thinks they could take on paid relief work. Training and uniform are provided. If you enjoy working with children, would be available to work in Stromness around school opening and closing times and are willing to work outdoors, contact Karriz Rendall at Education & Leisure Services on 873535, or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it - or pop into Customer Services.