Russian oil tanker no longer going to Orkney
Council leader James Stockan said: "Over the weekend, officers worked tirelessly to try and find a solution to the issue of the visiting tanker - in order to support the strength of feeling that is running not only in our community, but throughout our organisation too.
"We welcomed the announcement this afternoon from the UK government's Secretary of State for Transport - this was very much one of the avenues we have been exploring over the last few days. That announcement was followed by news from the ship's agent that they were cancelling the visit." He added: "This was a very complex, fast-moving situation - and we have ultimately achieved the best possible outcome. Our thanks go out to all that have contributed to this outcome but most of all sincere thanks to our incredible community as their role in this cannot be underestimated."
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