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Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Shapinsay Agricultural Association. 

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Iain Laird for Orphir Community School.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Iain Laird for Cromarty Hall.

Twelve community-led projects in Orkney have received financial support from the Orkney Fund. Just over £120k of funding was allocated to projects following a meeting of the Orkney Fund Board on 26 September 2025.

Looking for ways to keep the family entertained during the October school holidays? Orkney Islands Council has you covered with an exciting programme of activities running throughout the autumn break.

A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting Monday 29/09/2025.

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Lodge Mercantile Marine No. 453 for 5 December 2025

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Eoin Harcus for Rendall Community Centre.

The opening time on Wednesdays at the Warehouse Buildings in Stromness has changed - with the facility now opening at 10:00am instead of 9:15am.

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 during the holding of the Boys Brigade Parade.