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26 May 2023
Road works update for week starting Monday 29 May 2023
A roundup of works underway or soon to start around Orkney, for the week starting Monday 29 May 2023.
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25 May 2023
College Fine Arts Degree show has a presence of playfulness
The Orkney public will be treated to a degree show of the highest calibre, when final year BA Fine Art students at Orkney College show their works in June.
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25 May 2023
Temporary Closure of part of Scapa Bay Road, St Ola (B9053) for Orkney Rowing Club Event
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 while the Orkney Rowing…
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25 May 2023
Temporary Closure of Roads in Kirkwall for Saint Magnus Marathon Event
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 Saint Magnus…
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25 May 2023
Temporary Closure of Roads in Finstown for Firth Gala Day Fancy Dress Parade
Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to the effect that, between the hours of 19:15 and 20:30 on Saturday 17…
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24 May 2023
Save the date - free online gambling awareness event - “Bet you can help!”
A date has been set for a free online gambling awareness event for professionals, support groups and criminal justice practitioners in Orkney looking to learn more about gambling related harm.
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23 May 2023
Yearning for a change of lifestyle or career – Orkney can offer the complete package!
From famous TV presenters to celebrity chefs, Orkney is a favourite destination of many.
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23 May 2023
Temporary Closure of Roads in Kirkwall for St Magnus Festival 2023
Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to the effect that, in connection with St Magnus Festival, the roads in…
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23 May 2023
Moving on Up!
The Council’s Pupil Engagement Team and Papdale Parent Council are planning a free pop-up event supporting pupils moving up to Kirkwall Grammar School.
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23 May 2023
Harbours action plan improvements well underway – but staffing remains a challenge
Work is well underway to address issues raised in a recent safety audit of operations at Orkney’s harbours – but lack of staff to carry out this important work continues to present challenges.
