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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.
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29 June 2026
Harbours public consultation events coming up
Public consultation events are being held next month, setting out proposals for a change of use of land at Crowness, Hatston.
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26 June 2026
Roads update for week starting 29/06/2026
A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 29/06/2026.
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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.
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23 June 2026
Media Statement - Bollards
The following media statement was issued on 23 June following social media posts about the installation of bollards in Kirkwall's town centre.
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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.
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22 June 2026
Occasional Licences - Margaret Taylor - South Ronaldsay and Burray Agricultural Show - 5 August 2026
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received two applications for occasional licences –
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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,…
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19 June 2026
Occasional Licence - Gareth Ellis -Marquee located within Co-operative Yard, Kettletoft - Wine and Beer Tasting - Sanday Soulka -1 August 2026
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received the following application for occasional licence –
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19 June 2026
Occasional Licence - Eday Community Association - Meal and Activities following Eday Show - 1 August 2026
The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received the following application for occasional licence –
