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7 July 2025
Consumers Urged to Return Recalled Orgenism Capsules Due to Salmonella Risk
Consumers are being urged to check their cabinets for Orgenism Eggshell Membrane Capsules sold on Amazon
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4 July 2025
'A playful take on islandness’ shines through in Council public arts showcase
A cultural feast of public art supported by Orkney Islands Council awaits locals and visitors alike during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games.
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4 July 2025
Roads update for week starting 7 July 2025
A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 7 July 2025.
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1 July 2025
Island Games service changes
The below is a summary of changes to the Council's usual services during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games period (12 to 18 July 2025).
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1 July 2025
Changes to public bus and ferry services for Island Games
Orkney Islands Council Transportation Service is advising of changes and suspensions to public bus and ferry services during the Orkney 2025 International Island Games (12 to 18 July inclusive).
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1 July 2025
You’re doing something positive, says community council clerk Colin
Colin McAlpine has worked as a Clerk for Stronsay Community Council for 15 years, ensuring the views and aspirations of his community are conveyed to decision makers including Orkney Islands Council.
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30 June 2025
Council to continue free school meal payments over the summer holidays
The Council’s summer holiday free school meal payments should be arriving in people’s bank accounts this week.
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30 June 2025
Reminder over livestock registration requirements
Agencies with responsibility for animal welfare in Orkney have joined forces to issue a reminder to the local agricultural sector over livestock registration requirements.
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27 June 2025
Roads update for week starting 30 June 2025
A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 30 June 2025.
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25 June 2025
Two weeks to go until Orkney 2025 welcomes the world!
The countdown is officially on! In just over two weeks’ time Orkney will host the 20th International Island Games, an event that promises to be a celebration of sport, culture, and community.
