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20 January 2026
Orkney Council Leader Urges UK Gov Funding Rethink
Calls for review of funding methodology and reinstatement of support, warning current system ignores unique island costs
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16 January 2026
Roads update for week starting 19/01/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 19/01/2026.
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16 January 2026
New bus and cycle shelters to be installed across Orkney
Work is underway to install new and replacement bus shelters across Orkney, thanks to external grant funding from the Scottish Government.
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15 January 2026
Orkney Local Action Group appoints a new chair
Orkney Local Action Group (LAG), which brings together representatives from Orkney’s public, private and voluntary sectors, has appointed a new Chair.
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14 January 2026
Praise for Orkney's collective effort during prolonged winter weather
Orkney Islands Council has shared their gratitude to staff, farmers, emergency services, community groups, volunteers and residents for their patience, resilience and assistance during the recent…
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13 January 2026
Budget detail shows ferry funding secured
Orkney Islands Council Leader Heather Woodbridge has welcomed the Scottish budget announcements made by Cabinet Secretary for Finance Shona Robison in the Holyrood Chamber this afternoon – with early…
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12 January 2026
Westray Bins Disruption - 12 January 2026
The Westray bin collection has been cancelled today (12 January) due to ferry disruption. An update will be provided as soon as possible on alternative arrangements
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7 January 2026
Waste and recycling collection arrangements - January 8 and 9 2026
It's been a tricky week in Orkney, with heavy snow fall, drifting and difficult road conditions leading to service disruptions - including to waste and recycling collections and facilities.
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6 January 2026
School Transport Update - 6 January 2026
Following two days of weather disruption – and coming off the back of the Christmas break – huge efforts have gone in today into getting as many of Orkney’s schools, nurseries and education…
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6 January 2026
Public Bus Services changes to routes - Tuesday 6 January 2026 from 10.30am
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