Orkney Council close all schools By Andrew Clark January 8 2015, 3:44 pm January 8 2015, 3:44 pm Share Orkney Council close all schools Share via Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Messenger Linkedin Email Post link https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/451121/orkney-council-close-schools/ Copy Link Forecasters warned that high winds are expected to batter Scotland Orkney Council have confirmed that all schools across the region will be closed tomorrow due to the strong winds forecast. The Highlands and Islands are forecast to be hit by winds of up to 100mph, with the Met Office issuing an amber warning for the north of Scotland. Due to the horrendous weather forecast ALL SCHOOLS will be closed tomorrow (Friday 9 January). — Orkney Council (@OrkneyCouncil) January 8, 2015