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Surface dressing programme gets underway in Orkney
Orkney Islands Council is reminding drivers and public bus passengers to check if the annual surface dressing road works and associated road closures will affect their travel plans, as the programme gets underway from Monday (1 July).
28 June 2024
Roads update for week starting 1 July 2024
A summing up of closures and delays due to roadworks, events or cruise visits – for the week starting Monday 1 July 2024.
28 June 2024
Shared passion for community the star of Council VIP Awards
Camaraderie and a shared passion for community were front and centre on Friday at the finals of Orkney Islands Council’s VIP Awards, where the 2023-24 winners were announced.
27 June 2024
Temporary Closure of Road in Kirkwall for Saint Magnus Marathon Event
Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users during the Saint Magnus Marathon event.
27 June 2024
The Orkney Islands Council (Otterswick Crescent, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2024
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 during works by Scottish Water to replace manhole covers.
27 June 2024