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1 September 2025
Report published on ‘Greening’ rules
A report into the impact of new ‘Greening’ rules on the Orkney agricultural sector has been published.
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1 September 2025
Ferry Road’s ‘Safer Route to School Project’ moves to Collaborative Design Phase
Following a successful feasibility study completed earlier in 2025, the 'Safer Route to School' project for Ferry Road in Stromness is now entering its collaborative design phase. The project is…
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29 August 2025
Kirbuster Farm Museum - Change to Opening Hours - 30 August 2025
The team at the Kirbuster Farm Museum in Birsay have advised that they'll be opening later on Saturday 30 August.Their opening hours tomorrow will be 12:00 noon-1:00pm and 2:00pm-5:00pm.More…
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29 August 2025
Westray refuse collection cancellation - 1 September 2025
Due to a shortage of vehicles the Westray refuse collection has been cancelled on Monday 1 September.
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28 August 2025
Roads update for week starting 1 September 2025
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting Monday 1 September 2025.
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28 August 2025
Whale stranding protocol under development
A ‘Whale Stranding’ protocol is being drawn up by Orkney Islands Council to support the local authority and its partners in responding to such incidents.
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27 August 2025
Council’s Culture Fund helps blow trumpet for local arts scene
Orkney’s very own small chamber orchestra, Orkney Camerata, is one of eight local arts groups who’ve hit new highs this year thanks to assistance from the Council’s Culture Fund.
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26 August 2025
VACMA grants for artists opens for twelfth year
The Visual Artists and Craft Makers (VACMA) Award is now open for applications by Orkney artists, to help develop new directions and deepen skills.
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25 August 2025
Library launches new Orkney Flora Trail
A wild makeover of the Library forecourt has seen it transformed into a space where folk can enjoy and learn about local wildflowers.
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22 August 2025
Roads update for week starting 25 August 2025
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events for the week starting Monday 25 August 2025.
