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A new report evaluating the impact of the 20th International Island Games has revealed that Orkney 2025 added £4 million to the island’s economy, and has left a powerful legacy for local sport, infrastructure, and community spirit.

Nominations are now open for the Orkney Sports Awards 2025, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the county's athletes, coaches, volunteers and teams.

A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 14 July 2025.

Orkney Islands Council has issued a reminder to drivers about important changes to Council car park arrangements during the upcoming Orkney 2025 International Island Games. 

With the Orkney 2025 International Island Games fast approaching Orkney Islands Council has issued a reminder about the impacts of the event on some public facilities.  

OIC’s Trading Standards team is warning the public to be wary of scammers offering live streaming services and merchandise for the Orkney 2025 International Island Games - and to be on the lookout for bogus social media and websites.

A cultural feast of public art supported by Orkney Islands Council awaits locals and visitors alike during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games. 

A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 7 July 2025.

A summary of changes to our usual services to accommodate the 2025 Orkney International Island Games.

Orkney Islands Council Transportation Service is advising of changes and suspensions to public bus and ferry services during the Orkney 2025 International Island Games (12 to 18 July inclusive).