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Following on from the successful Young Scot Youth Loneliness Bubble Tea project last year, young folk in the West Mainland are planning a couple of wider community get togethers for anyone looking for a bit of company, crafting, a cuppa and free food! 

With an Amber weather warning issued by the MET Office for Orkney for very high winds tomorrow (Friday 24 January) and into Saturday, the Council is expecting significant disruption across our services.

Orkney squash player Finlay Scott served up a game to remember at the weekend – reaching the final of the under 23 Scottish nationals. 

A summing up of road delays and closures due to road works underway or soon to start in the county - for the week starting Monday 27 January 2025.

Loganair Ltd. has been awarded the contract to operate Orkney’s inter-island air service for the next four years from April 2025, following a competitive tendering process.  

Plans for the potential development of an enhanced memorial for those lost on HMS Royal Oak have been unveiled by Orkney Islands Council this week.  

It’s that time of year where the Council’s Education team asks parents and carers to register their young children for nursery and P1, to help schools and nurseries plan for the school year ahead.

Do you want to continue cycling over the winter but need a bit of support?  

A summary of road delays and closures due to building and road works - for the week starting 20 January 2025.

Now the festivities are over, are you planning a wardrobe clear-out and have some formal wear that you could donate to a worthy cause?