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5 March 2026
The Orkney Islands Council (Isles Schools 20MPH) Temporary Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under Section 88 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to improve road safety for pedestrians, cyclists, walkers and all other road users for…
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24 February 2026
Digital Ferry Vouchers Renewal
Digital ferry vouchers for eligible Orkney residents holding a valid National Entitlement Card will be available from 15 March. The digital vouchers can be used on external ferry services (NorthLink…
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19 February 2026
Digital Safety Roadshow 2026
As part of CyberScotland Week 2026, staff from Orkney Islands Council’s Digital Connectivity, Trading Standards, and The Learning Link team- joined by volunteers from AbilityNet - will be travelling…
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19 February 2026
The Orkney Islands Council (SSEN Various Roads) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while RJ McLeod, on behalf of SSEN,…
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5 February 2026
What To Do If You Find Dead Birds on Orkney’s Beaches
We have recently received an increased number of reports of dead birds washing up on shorelines across Orkney. In many cases, this is the result of seasonal storms weakening seabirds.
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2 February 2026
Condolence Book for Lord Wallace in St Magnus Cathedral
Lord Wallace of Tankerness, who passed away last week, will in the wider public primarily be remembered as Scotland’s first-ever Deputy First Minister, for long stretches serving as First Minister.…
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22 January 2026
Conservation area appraisal underway
In the next few weeks, the conversation areas of Kirkwall and Stromness are being appraised. This work will be completed from the public realm, and access to private land will not be required. The…
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20 January 2026
Roll out of new 20mph speed limit begins across Orkney
Orkney Islands Council is to get underway with the phased introduction of the new 20mph speed limit across Orkney.
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14 January 2026
Praise for Orkney's collective effort during prolonged winter weather
Orkney Islands Council has shared their gratitude to staff, farmers, emergency services, community groups, volunteers and residents for their patience, resilience and assistance during the recent…
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18 December 2025
The Orkney Islands Council (Junction Road, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while R Clouston Ltd carry out…
