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16 February 2026
Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users until at least the end of March following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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10 February 2026
Safer Internet Day 2026
We’re proud to be supporting #SaferInternetDay 2026, taking place today across the UK. This annual event brings together schools, organisations, families, and communities to talk about how young…
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9 February 2026
Director of Infrastructure and Organisational Development appointed
Orkney Islands Council has appointed a new Director of Infrastructure and Organisational Development following a competitive interview process.
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6 February 2026
Extended opening hours at Stromness Swimming Pool during Pickaquoy Centre pool closure
Stromness Swimming Pool is extending its opening hours and adding extra sessions to support the community whilst facilities at the Pickaquoy Centre remain closed for essential repairs.
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4 February 2026
Orkney Roads Updates
A new Facebook page is now live to provide dedicated updates on Orkney’s roads, including the Churchill Barriers, road conditions, treatment plans, closures, and other essential travel information.
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3 February 2026
Joint press release - Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users for a number of weeks following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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2 February 2026
Opening doors to employment across Orkney
Films showcasing the work of Orkney's Local Employability Partnership are being released this week to raise awareness of the support available to help people into work and training.
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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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30 January 2026
Convener's tribute to Lord Wallace
On behalf of Orkney Islands Council – both elected members and officers – I want to place on record our deep sadness at the passing of Lord Wallace.
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29 January 2026
Ferry Road design proposals
The 'A Safer Route to School' project is sharing draft concept design proposals for Ferry Road and the Stromness waterfront at public events in February 2026.
