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8 July 2025
Carers Conference 2025
We want to make it as useful and enjoyable as possible for all our carers. Please help us do just that by taking five minutes to complete our survey.
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7 July 2025
Contract Awarded for Phase 2 of Ferry Replacement Programme and Orkney Harbours Masterplan
A contract for Phase 2 of Orkney Islands Council’s Ferry Replacement Programme and Orkney Harbours Masterplan has been awarded to firm Arch Henderson, in partnership with Leadship Design and…
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4 July 2025
'A playful take on islandness’ shines through in Council public arts showcase
A cultural feast of public art supported by Orkney Islands Council awaits locals and visitors alike during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games.
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1 July 2025
Island Games service changes
The below is a summary of changes to the Council's usual services during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games period (12 to 18 July 2025).
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1 July 2025
You’re doing something positive, says community council clerk Colin
Colin McAlpine has worked as a Clerk for Stronsay Community Council for 15 years, ensuring the views and aspirations of his community are conveyed to decision makers including Orkney Islands Council.
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30 June 2025
Council to continue free school meal payments over the summer holidays
The Council’s summer holiday free school meal payments should be arriving in people’s bank accounts this week.
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30 June 2025
Reminder over livestock registration requirements
Agencies with responsibility for animal welfare in Orkney have joined forces to issue a reminder to the local agricultural sector over livestock registration requirements.
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25 June 2025
Two weeks to go until Orkney 2025 welcomes the world!
The countdown is officially on! In just over two weeks’ time Orkney will host the 20th International Island Games, an event that promises to be a celebration of sport, culture, and community.
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23 June 2025
OIC transport team scoops national award
Orkney Islands Council’s Transportation team has been named ‘Local Authority Team of the Year’ at the Scottish Transport Awards.
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23 June 2025
Dive into Summer Fun with Our 2025 Summer Holiday Programme!
If you're on the hunt for something to do during the summer holidays, then look no further than our Sport & Leisure Team's extensive programme of activities for July and August.
