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5 February 2026
Applications open for Athlete Travel Award Scheme
Orkney Islands Council is now accepting applications for the Athlete Travel Award Scheme for the 2026/27 funding period.
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5 February 2026
What To Do If You Find Dead Birds on Orkney’s Beaches
We have recently received an increased number of reports of dead birds washing up on shorelines across Orkney. In many cases, this is the result of seasonal storms weakening seabirds.
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4 February 2026
Orkney Roads Updates
A new Facebook page is now live to provide dedicated updates on Orkney’s roads, including the Churchill Barriers, road conditions, treatment plans, closures, and other essential travel information.
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3 February 2026
Joint press release - Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users for a number of weeks following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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2 February 2026
Opening doors to employment across Orkney
Films showcasing the work of Orkney's Local Employability Partnership are being released this week to raise awareness of the support available to help people into work and training.
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2 February 2026
Condolence Book for Lord Wallace in St Magnus Cathedral
Lord Wallace of Tankerness, who passed away last week, will in the wider public primarily be remembered as Scotland’s first-ever Deputy First Minister, for long stretches serving as First Minister.…
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30 January 2026
Convener's tribute to Lord Wallace
On behalf of Orkney Islands Council – both elected members and officers – I want to place on record our deep sadness at the passing of Lord Wallace.
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30 January 2026
Roads update for week starting 02/02/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 02/02/2026.
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29 January 2026
Ferry Road design proposals
The 'A Safer Route to School' project is sharing draft concept design proposals for Ferry Road and the Stromness waterfront at public events in February 2026.
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27 January 2026
20mph Speed Limit Rollout: Latest Installation Schedule
Work to introduce the new 20mph limits across Orkney is continuing, with installation teams progressing through communities over the coming days and weeks.
