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A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting 08/09/25.

The outline designs for new ferries serving the islands of Westray, Eday, Stronsay and Sanday are now available to view and comment on in advance of upcoming public consultation events at the end of the month.  

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received two applications for occasional licences from Liam Robertson for the West End Guest House.

Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Orkney Islands Council installs and removes festive lighting.

Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Andrew Sinclair Limited, on behalf of SSEN, carry out works on a substation.

Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while John McGregor Builders carry out roof repairs.

Orkney Islands Council has received an occasional licence application from Brian Clouston for Firth Community Centre.

Orkney Islands Council have received an occasional licence application from Brian Clouston for Firth Community Centre.

A report into the impact of new ‘Greening’ rules on the Orkney agricultural sector has been published.

Following a successful feasibility study completed earlier in 2025, the 'Safer Route to School' project for Ferry Road in Stromness is now entering its collaborative design phase. The project is jointly led by Orkney Islands Council and Sustrans and funded by the Scottish Government.