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Council highlights disruptions are likely as Amber alert issued for Orkney
With an Amber weather warning issued by the MET Office for Orkney for very high winds tomorrow (Friday 24 January) and into Saturday, the Council is expecting significant disruption across our services.
23 January 2025
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Finlay serves up a game to remember at Scottish Squash National Finals!
Orkney squash player Finlay Scott served up a game to remember at the weekend – reaching the final of the under 23 Scottish nationals.
23 January 2025
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Roads update for week starting 27 January 2025
A summing up of road delays and closures due to road works underway or soon to start in the county - for the week starting Monday 27 January 2025.
23 January 2025
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Occasional Licence - Adam Baird - Westray Community Room - Meal and Social
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Adam Baird for Westray Community Room, Pierowall, Westray.
23 January 2025
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Loganair Ltd. to continue operation of lifeline Inter-Island Air Service
Loganair Ltd. has been awarded the contract to operate Orkney’s inter-island air service for the next four years from April 2025, following a competitive tendering process.
22 January 2025
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Occasional Licence - Quoyloo Old School Managers - Quoyloo Community Hall - Quiz/Supper
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from The Old School Managers, Quoyloo for Community Hall, Old School, Quoyloo.
22 January 2025
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Plans unveiled for HMS Royal Oak and Scapa Flow Memorial Project
Plans for the potential development of an enhanced memorial for those lost on HMS Royal Oak have been unveiled by Orkney Islands Council this week.
21 January 2025
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Occasional Licence - Lodge Mercantile Marine No. 453 - Masonic Hall, Victoria Street, Stromness- Provincial Grand Lodge Visitation and Reception
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Lodge Mercantile Marine No. 453 for Masonic Hall, Victoria Street, Stromness.
21 January 2025
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Occasional Licence - Karen Crichton - Stromness Town Hall - Orkney Blues Festival
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Karen Crichton for Stromness Town Hall.
21 January 2025
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Occasional Licence - Shapinsay Parent Council - Shapinsay Community Centre - Casino Fundraiser Night
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Shapinsay Parent Council for Shapinsay Community Centre.
21 January 2025