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Public views are being sought on timetable changes to the X1 bus service for the period April to October, which would see additional drop offs at the Standing Stones of Stenness, the Ring of Brodgar and Skara Brae.

A volunteer group formed at a public meeting last night (13 December 2023) will be taking forward further discussions and exploring feasibility work on the future of the Tomb of the Eagles site in South Ronaldsay.

An overview of road works in the county as we approach the festive period.

A joint decarbonisation project between Orkney and Shetland has been awarded £4.9 million in funding by Innovate UK.

Local farmers who are keen to explore non-agricultural business opportunities on their farm or land are being encouraged to consider an application to the Council’s Farm/Croft Diversification scheme.

As the festive season approaches, Orkney Islands Council is reminding the public that bus services run differently from 23 December 2023 to 6 January 2024 inclusive.

A summing up of road works underway or soon to start in the county - for week starting Monday 11 December 2023.

An outline of changes to the normal opening hours at the Council's Waste Management Sites over the festive period, for commercial customers and householders.

Commercial refuse collection days over the Christmas and New Year period are listed below.

Regular waste collections will resume on Monday 8 January 2024.