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30 March 2026
Roads update for week starting 30/03/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 30/03/2026.
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6 March 2026
Roads update for week starting 09/03/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 09/03/2026.
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5 March 2026
Council seeks local expertise for roads maintenance framework
Did you know you can get paid for helping keep Orkney's roads clear? If you’re a contractor, farmer or plant hirer who could assist during periods of extreme weather or with planned and reactive…
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4 March 2026
Speed limit changes for isles schools
Speed limit changes are due to be put in place around isles schools this month as the Council works to find a solution to technical issues with the existing signage that is in place.
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2 March 2026
Roads update for week starting 02/03/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 02/03/2026.
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26 February 2026
New national legislation on burial rights takes effect
At present when someone purchases a lair – or grave site – they have indefinite rights to be buried there after their death.
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20 February 2026
Roads update for week starting 23/02/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 23/02/2026.
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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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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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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.