
256. Leaving the UK? The Future of the Orkney Islands! (English Vocabulary Lesson)
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The Orkney Islands Council Wants to Explore Alternative Forms of Governance
The Orkney Islands Council is considering changing its legal status within the UK. They want to explore alternative forms of governance which could include leaving both Scotland and the United Kingdom. The island's rich historical heritage, stunning landscapes and wildlife attract visitors from around the world. And renewable energy, particularly wind and marine energy, has become a major industry in Orkney with projects aiming to make the island's energy self-sufficient.
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