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A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 12 May 2025.

Arrangements for waste and recycling collections during the week of the Orkney 2025 Island Games have been announced this week. 

Drivers are being urged to allow extra time for journeys and drive with care as Orkney Islands Council’s Roads team gears up for the summer road works season – including the annual surface dressing programme.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Christopher Bichan for The Island Games Daily Meals with Bar at the Westend Guest House.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Iain Laird for The Island Games opening ceremony VIP Bar at Bignold Park.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Iain Laird for Live Music and Bar at the Birsay Community Hall.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Eoin Harcus for a 40th Birthday Party at Rendall Community Centre. 

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Eoin Harcus for The Island Games Football Competition Refreshments and Bar at the Rendall Community Centre.

Orkney’s deep Viking history is being brought to life in an exciting new exhibition at The Orkney Museum, opening on Saturday, 10 May 2025. This permanent exhibition will immerse visitors in the story of the Vikings in Orkney, featuring never-before-seen artiefacts, interactive displays, and cutting-edge technology - including the UK’s first AI-powered Viking character, Ragna.

The Orkney Community Planning Partnership has today published its Draft Orkney Community Wealth Building (CWB) Action Plan for public consultation and is inviting comments and submissions from individuals, community groups, businesses, and stakeholders across the county.