kevin mccormack wrote: > Hello All, My knowledge of research in Orkney and Scotland in general is limited to say the least. Could anyone please advise me on where to apply for certs and Census returns regarding Orkney. > My main interest is a James Heddle b.1896 son of John Heddle and Janet Sinclair.Any advice much appreciated. Slán, Kevin. > Kevin McCormack, Co Cork, Ireland Try www.scotlandspeople.gov.uk - all Scottish births, deaths and marriages from 1855 are there and censuses from 1861 onwards, I believe. Cost you 6 GBP (about 10 Euros) for 30 searches. Good luck -- Mike Clouston