Latest News
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Energy survey reminder
Orkney Islands Council is reminding householders they have the chance to take part in a county-wide energy efficiency survey.
10 September 2019
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Orkney to host Arctic event
Scotland's first Arctic Policy Framework will be launched in Orkney, a move welcomed by the Islands Council.
9 September 2019
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Scapa Pathfinder update
An underwater inspection of the pilot vessel Scapa Pathfinder is to be carried out into a possible technical issue.
6 September 2019
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Visual Artists and Craft Makers Awards Scheme now open
A funding scheme for local artists and craftspeople is now open for applications - for the sixth year in a row.
6 September 2019
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Home lettings feedback sought
Orkney Islands Council is to seek views on potential changes to its policy on letting homes.
6 September 2019
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Remembering HMS Royal Oak at Orkney Museum
To mark the 80th anniversary of the sinking of HMS Royal Oak on 14th October 1939, a special display of objects from the ship and her crew is on show at Orkney Museum in Kirkwall.
4 September 2019
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Community projects secure Community Development Fund support
Two community projects have secured funding from the Council's Community Development Fund (CDF), following a meeting of the CDF sub-committee this week.
4 September 2019
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Red Ensign flies for Merchant Navy Day
The Red Ensign flag is flying this Tuesday 3 September over the Town Hall in Kirkwall as Orkney joins UK-wide events in recognition of the nation's merchant seafarers.
3 September 2019
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Scapa Flow Museum - first turf cut
A turf cutting ceremony has taken place at Lyness, marking the start of work to restore and improve the Scapa Flow Museum.
2 September 2019
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New pilot launch steams in
Orkney's new pilot vessel has arrived at Scapa after a long sea journey from Spain.
1 September 2019
