Morrison Construction is to begin roof repairs at Stromness Primary School.

Scaffolding will be erected on Saturday, 28 May, and slate repair works will begin on 06 June.

Peter Diamond, Orkney Islands Council's Head of Schools, said: "The loss of slates from the roof was clearly not an acceptable situation.

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"It was agreed with the contractor that we replace the current slates with Welsh slate which have been widely used in Orkney and should prevent further problems occurring for many years to come.

"We're pleased that the work is due to go underway and we'll ensure that disruption to pupils and parents is kept to a minimum."

(LM/MH)