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6 May 2022
Three new councillors are named for East Mainland, South Ronaldsay and Burray
It’s a trio of new faces to represent the East Mainland, South Ronaldsay and Burray ward – with all former councillors having stood down.
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6 May 2022
North Isles local election results are announced
Three councillors have been elected to represent the North Isles for the next five years.
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6 May 2022
Stromness and South Isles councillors announced
The first results are in for the Orkney Islands Council elections.
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6 May 2022
West Mainland ballot boxes open
The Local Government election count is taking place at the Pickaquoy Centre just now - here's how it looks! The ballot boxes for Kirkwall West and Orphir have just been opened.
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6 May 2022
North Isle Ballot boxes open
The North Isles ballot boxes are opened.
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6 May 2022
Count Begins
The Council's Returning Officer, John Mundell, has outlined the process which lies ahead as the Local Government elections count has begun with the opening of the first ballot boxes for the Stromness…
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6 May 2022
Road works update for week starting Monday 9 May
An update on roadworks underway and starting soon in the county, including road closures on the Pickaquoy Road from Tuesday (10 May):
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5 May 2022
Swan to visit Orkney delivering youth sail training and public trips
Historic sailing vessel the Swan, LK243, is to visit Orkney this month to offer sail training days for young people, and two day trips for the public, one exploring the coasts around Kirkwall and the…
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3 May 2022
Summer Transport Guide
The Council’s Summer Transport Guide will be available for use from Sunday 8 May.
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3 May 2022
Rousay youngsters Bag the Bruck
1st Rousay Rainbows, Brownies and Guides took part in Bag the Bruck recently. The volunteers tidied up around Rousay pier and the Heritage Centre ready for all the visitors due this year. Ten bags of…
