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27 March 2025
Orkney’s 2025 Easter Holiday Programme launches
A fun packed Easter programme of activities for the Spring holidays has been launched – and even better, some of them are free!
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26 March 2025
Ferry fares to rise in line with Transport Scotland
Fares on the internal ferry routes serving Orkney are to rise by 10% in line with the rate set by Transport Scotland for subsidised external ferry services.
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26 March 2025
Prom Pop Up dates announced! Glamour galore returns to KGS and Stromness Academy
Our Prom Pop-Ups are back!
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26 March 2025
Tell us what you want from your council website
Orkney Islands Council is seeking feedback from the public about its website, and any improvements the community would like to see.
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26 March 2025
Wave of record-breaking performances by Orkney swimmers!
A record-breaking weekend of swimming took place at the Pickaquoy Centre as part of the Orkney Age Groups meet recently.
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25 March 2025
Orkney Ferries leading the way with satellite WiFi trial
Views are being sought on the ongoing trial of ultra-fast internet access on three Orkney Ferries vessels.
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25 March 2025
Sheena Graham-George showcases a celebration of life and creativity at The Orkney Museum
Saturday 5 April sees the opening of a new exhibition at The Orkney Museum, of recent artworks by Orkney-based artist, Sheena Graham-George.
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24 March 2025
Exciting business opportunity as new Kirkwall nursery nears completion
Orkney Islands Council is offering an exciting business opportunity for those interested in running a new nursery service.
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24 March 2025
Cathedral secrets revealed in new programme of tours
This summer, a new series of tours will be launched in St Magnus Cathedral.
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24 March 2025
UK Government funding secured to further support Orkney projects
Orkney Islands Council has been allocated a further year of funding through the UK Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
