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Head Teacher sought for Orkney’s “Queen o’ the Isles”
Orkney’s “Queen o’ the Isles” – Westray – is a very special community and the Council is seeking an equally special person to lead the island’s school.
19 April 2024
“London Calling” as the Council’s Ewan Kennedy gears up for iconic marathon
“London’s Calling” for the Council’s Ewan Kennedy – as our digital whizz leading on engagement around landline phone changes - will be taking to the streets of the city to participate in Sunday’s marathon.
19 April 2024
Local Development Plan Process Kicks off in Stromness
An event is being held in Stromness next week which will kickstart the Orkney Local Development Plan review process.
19 April 2024
Roads update for week starting 22 April 2024
An update of road closures and delays due to roadworks, events and cruise in the county:
19 April 2024
Temporary Closure of Roads in Kirkwall for Norwegian Constitution Day
Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to the effect that, in connection with Norwegian Constitution Day, the roads referred to in the schedule below will be closed and parking will not be permitted on Friday, 17 May 2024 between the hours of 1130 and 1330. Emergency service vehicles are exempt from the prohibition.
18 April 2024