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Orkney Islands Council have received two applications for occasional licences from Stuart Mackie for Waterfront, Crowness Road, Kirkwall.

Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while the Orkney Rowing Club hold an event.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Adam Baird for Westray Community Hall.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Westray Sailing Club for Westray Junior High School.

The following media statement was issued on 23 June following social media posts about the installation of bollards in Kirkwall's town centre.

This summer, inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, communities across Scotland are being encouraged to embrace sport and physical activity as part of a wider £20 million Scottish Government investment.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received two applications for occasional licences from Margaret Taylor in connection with the South Ronaldsay and Burray Agricultural Show.

An overview of events planned for the 2026 Armed Forces Day in Orkney, and details of what discounts and offers are available to current and former members of the Armed Forces, along with their families.

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Eday Community Association for Eday Primary School.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Gareth Ellis for a Marquee located within Co-operative Yard, Kettletoft