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11 November 2025
Statement by COSLA: Pay framework for Scotland’s local authority Chief Executives
"It is appropriate and right in employment practice to review salaries periodically, to ensure remuneration reflects the demands of the role.
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10 November 2025
Six decades of Orkney jewellery celebrated in new exhibition
A new exhibition at The Orkney Museum celebrates the islands' jewellery tradition, from archaeological influences to contemporary designs. The public are invited to a launch event on Saturday 15…
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7 November 2025
Roads update for week starting 10/11/25
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting Monday 10/11/2025.
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7 November 2025
Weight restrictions increased at Eday pier – but longer-term fix required
This will allow activities such as livestock movements, fuel deliveries and large deliveries of food and goods to the island to resume.
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5 November 2025
Council welcomes student accommodation funding
Orkney Islands Council has welcomed a funding award from the Scottish Government which will allow them to move forward with plans to increase the availability of student accommodation in Orkney.
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31 October 2025
Free Admission for Public to Attend Screening and Q&A of Acclaimed Suicide Prevention Film
The Orkney Suicide Prevention Taskforce would like to welcome the public in Orkney to attend one of two screenings of The Low Road at the Pickaquoy Centre on Wednesday 19 November 2025.
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31 October 2025
Roads update for week starting 03/11/25
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting Monday 03/11/2025.
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30 October 2025
New secure payment system launching soon
Starting soon, you'll no longer need to read out your card details over the phone when making payments to Orkney Islands Council.
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28 October 2025
Donate Your Pre-Loved Sportswear to Help People Get Active
sportscotland's Kit for All initiative launches in Orkney, tackling both the cost of sports kit and textile waste.
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27 October 2025
Planning your own fireworks this year? Read this first
With bonfire night approaching, Orkney Islands Council and emergency services are reminding residents of the legal responsibilities around firework usage and the importance of celebrating safely and…
