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19 February 2026
Digital Safety Roadshow 2026
As part of CyberScotland Week 2026, staff from Orkney Islands Council’s Digital Connectivity, Trading Standards, and The Learning Link team- joined by volunteers from AbilityNet - will be travelling…
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19 February 2026
Orkney-led Marine Plan approved
Orkney Islands Council has developed a new marine plan designed to sustainably manage the seas around the islands whilst protecting the unique way of life and marine environment for future…
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19 February 2026
The Orkney Islands Council (SSEN Various Roads) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while RJ McLeod, on behalf of SSEN,…
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17 February 2026
Update on nursery from Policy and Resources Committee
Elected Members at today’s (17 February) Policy and Resources Committee meeting considered a report on the future running of the new nursery, located next to UHI Orkney in Kirkwall.
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17 February 2026
Copland's Road Housing Update
Elected Members at today’s (17 February) Policy and Resources Committee agreed to placing a new housing development at Copland’s Road in Stromness onto the Council’s Capital Programme.
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16 February 2026
Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users until at least the end of March following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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13 February 2026
Roads update for week starting 16/02/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 16/02/2026.
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10 February 2026
Safer Internet Day 2026
We’re proud to be supporting #SaferInternetDay 2026, taking place today across the UK. This annual event brings together schools, organisations, families, and communities to talk about how young…
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9 February 2026
Orkney Islands Council announces Major Upgrade for Birsay Campsite
Birsay Campsite is set to undergo a significant upgrade after the Council’s Sport and Leisure Service successfully secured over £900k in funding.
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9 February 2026
Director of Infrastructure and Organisational Development appointed
Orkney Islands Council has appointed a new Director of Infrastructure and Organisational Development following a competitive interview process.
