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A public meeting will be held next month to look at setting up a ‘Friends of Camoran’ voluntary group to champion the cause of children and young people currently looked after and accommodated by the Council.

The group would be responsible for carrying out some fundraising activities, contributing to the planned new facility and raising public awareness of the issues affecting the youngsters. 

Camoran is a four bed residential unit for children from birth to 18, who are looked after and accommodated by Orkney Islands Council.   Councillors agreed last year to fund the construction of a replacement facility at Papdale Farm, a six bed unit to accommodate 4 to 5 children and young people of various ages and needs, their visitors and staff.

Sheila Graham, Team Manager at the facility, said: “The ‘Friends of Camoran’ group would be the link between the facility and the community.  They would help to reduce the stigma for children and young people in care and work to ensure that they are provided with the same opportunities that are available to their peers.

“We would welcome members from all walks of life, who would have an interest in promoting the aims of the group and participating in its activities.”

The meeting takes place on Thursday February 23 in the St Magnus Centre between 5.30pm and 6.30pm.  If you are interested in joining the group but can’t attend the meeting then contact Nicole Sturla by email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone on 873135