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Property owners across Orkney are being encouraged to find out about a new loan scheme designed to help bring long-term empty homes back into use and increase the supply of housing for essential workers. 

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Alexandre Lebert - Scapa Distillery  for William Shearer's Christmas Shop. 

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for occasional licence from Gary Sinclair for the Harray Community Centre, Harray.

Orkney Islands Council have received two applications for occasional licences from Stuart Mackie for Waterfront, Crowness Road, Kirkwall.

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence from Eday Community Association for Eday Primary School.

Tourism is a vital part of Orkney's economy, bringing opportunities for local businesses and jobs. However, growing visitor numbers and strong seasonal demand can place pressure on roads, ferries and buses, public toilets, parking, waste services, heritage sites and other facilities.

Orkney Islands Council have received an Occasional Licence Application for Firth Community Centre for Kirsty Talbot.

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 while Andrew Sinclair Ltd and SSEN, carry out repairs to poles and overhead power lines.

On 10 September 2026, Orkney Islands Council made the above-named order under Section 45 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for an occasional licence from Sanday Community Association for  Sanday Community Hall.