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3 March 2026
Budget Setting for 2026/2027 - Explainer
Orkney Islands Council's Policy and Resources Committee met today to set the Council's budget for next year. The decisions from today will come to a meeting of the Full Council next Tuesday (10…
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2 March 2026
Unique Wartime Photography Exhibition at Orkney Museum
Orkney Museum is excited to support a special exhibition showcasing the work of the NHS Orkney Photo Group, originally created for the Orkney Vintage Club Rally, in a project that bridges the past…
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2 March 2026
Roads update for week starting 02/03/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 02/03/2026.
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27 February 2026
Extended Opening Hours to be considered for 2026 World Cup
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board will next week consider whether to grant extended opening hours for local pubs and venues during this summer’s FIFA World Cup.
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27 February 2026
Prom pop up appeal returns for 2026
Are you planning a wardrobe clear-out and have some formal wear that you could donate to a worthy cause?
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26 February 2026
New national legislation on burial rights takes effect
At present when someone purchases a lair – or grave site – they have indefinite rights to be buried there after their death.
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26 February 2026
Museums team provides support to protect the past
This week, Orkney Islands Council’s Museum Service organised a conservation and collection care training programme, funded by their Esmée Fairbairn Foundation grant, for heritage centres and…
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24 February 2026
Digital Ferry Vouchers Renewal
Digital ferry vouchers for eligible Orkney residents holding a valid National Entitlement Card will be available from 15 March. The digital vouchers can be used on external ferry services (NorthLink…
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24 February 2026
Results of Public Consultation Our Budget Challenge - Have your say
Orkney Islands Council launched a public survey on the 6 December 2025 and originally ran until 12 January 2026. This timeline was extended by a week to encourage more participants due to the adverse…
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20 February 2026
Orkney's Fifth Parasport Festival registration is open
Registration for the popular event is now open!
