News - Community
Latest news
-
3 July 2026
New Head of Marine Services and Transportation Appointed
Orkney Islands Council has appointed a new Head of Marine Services and Transportation.
-
1 July 2026
New Chair appointed for Enterprise and Infrastructure Committee
Councillor Mellissa Thomson has been appointed Chair of the Enterprise and Infrastructure Committee at Orkney Islands Council, having previously served as Vice-Chair. Cllr Thomson was elected at yesterday’s (Tue 30 June) General Meeting of the Council.
-
30 June 2026
Council confirms no ferry fare increase as fuel prices fall
Extra fuel costs to be absorbed by Council to protect island residents; engagement with governments on this issue to continue Passengers using Orkney Ferries have been given welcome news, as Orkney Islands Council has confirmed that due to falling fuel prices it will not add a surcharge - meaning fares will remain unchanged.
-
26 June 2026
Join Orkney this Saturday as it celebrates Armed Forces Day
Orkney Islands Council is inviting the public to join in the celebrations for Armed Forces Day 2026 this Saturday, 27 June, with events taking place in Kirkwall and Stromness.
-
23 June 2026
It's Game On as the 2026 Summer of Sport launches in Orkney
This summer, inspired by the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, communities across Scotland are being encouraged to embrace sport and physical activity as part of a wider £20 million Scottish Government investment.
-
19 June 2026
One Week to Go: What’s On for Armed Forces Day in Orkney
With just one week to go until Armed Forces Day 2026, Orkney Islands Council is excited to share the full details of what residents and visitors can expect across Kirkwall and Stromness on Saturday,…
-
16 June 2026
Orkney set to celebrate its Armed Forces community
Orkney Islands Council is encouraging communities across Orkney to come together later this month to celebrate Armed Forces Day 2026 and recognise the contribution of the current and former…
-
15 June 2026
Sponsored walk at the Picky to Support Aurrida House
A sponsored fancy dress walk will take place at the Picky sports track on Saturday, 20 June to raise funds for the Aurrida House Comfort Fund.
-
12 June 2026
Public Service Reform Update
Public Service Reform is a national priority aimed at ensuring every pound of public sector funding is used effectively and that services are sustainable well into the future.
-
11 June 2026
Orkney Celebrates Ukrainian and Scottish Folklore During Refugee Festival Scotland
Orkney Islands Council has organised two events as part of Refugee Festival Scotland this month, celebrating the cultural heritage and creative contributions of Ukrainian refugees now living in…
