News - Orkney 2025
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10 December 2025
Orkney 2025 Island Games leaves economic impact and enduring legacy
A new report evaluating the impact of the 20th International Island Games has revealed that Orkney 2025 added £4 million to the island’s economy, and has left a powerful legacy for local sport,…
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27 October 2025
Orkney Sports Awards Return for Biggest Year Yet
Nominations are now open for the Orkney Sports Awards 2025, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the county's athletes, coaches, volunteers and teams.
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10 July 2025
Roads update for week starting 14 July 2025
A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 14 July 2025.
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10 July 2025
Orkney 2025 – Car Parking Changes
Orkney Islands Council has issued a reminder to drivers about important changes to Council car park arrangements during the upcoming Orkney 2025 International Island Games.
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9 July 2025
Orkney 2025 – Facilities Closure Reminder
With the Orkney 2025 International Island Games fast approaching Orkney Islands Council has issued a reminder about the impacts of the event on some public facilities.
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7 July 2025
Be on the lookout for Games related scams
OIC’s Trading Standards team is warning the public to be wary of scammers offering live streaming services and merchandise for the Orkney 2025 International Island Games. Folks are also urged to be…
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4 July 2025
'A playful take on islandness’ shines through in Council public arts showcase
A cultural feast of public art supported by Orkney Islands Council awaits locals and visitors alike during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games.
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4 July 2025
Roads update for week starting 7 July 2025
A summing up of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works, cruise visits and events - for the week starting Monday 7 July 2025.
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1 July 2025
Island Games service changes
The below is a summary of changes to the Council's usual services during the 2025 Orkney International Island Games period (12 to 18 July 2025).
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1 July 2025
Changes to public bus and ferry services for Island Games
Orkney Islands Council Transportation Service is advising of changes and suspensions to public bus and ferry services during the Orkney 2025 International Island Games (12 to 18 July inclusive).
