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A summing up of road closures and delays due to road works and events - for week starting Monday 20 November 2023.

A reliable and high-speed broadband connection is incredibly important in Orkney for several key reason

A summing up of road closures and delays due to road works and events - for week starting Monday 13 November 2023.

Orkney Islands Council has today (9 November) welcomed the news that the Scottish Government has committed to making funding available to the Council to take forward the first stage in its vital ferry replacement programme. 

There were smiles a’plenty when the ‘Let's Learn and Jam’ youth music group visited residents at St Rognvalds House recently.

It’s Youth Work Week, and this year’s theme is Youth Work in every place and space’ – and today we’re looking at Westray!

A summing up of road closures and delays due to works, events or cruise - for week starting Monday 6 November 2023.

Revellers are being reminded to 'go before you guise' this Halloween, as public toilets close to prevent damage due to high spirits.

Orkney Islands Council is to consider what additional measures can be taken to support the work of Marine Services, as they look to overcome significant staffing challenges.

Orkney Islands Council has today (Monday 30^th October) received notification that is has been successful in being allocated Scottish Government funding towards a potential new additional support for learning centre for children and young people in Orkney.