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Orkney Islands Council has today (28 January) welcomed the news that the Scottish Government plans to offer additional flexibility to Orkney Islands Council in the way it receives its ferry funding.  

“Significant” improvements have been made at pace across Orkney Adult Support and Protection thanks to a multi-agency approach by the Orkney Partnership, according to a Joint Inspection report. 

A consultation has been launched this week on a tree and woodland strategy for Orkney.  

For many, Christmas is the most expensive time of year, and it can be challenging to get your money back on track. 

A roadshow offering support and information for people on the ‘switch-off' of analogue phone lines is coming to Orkney this week.

Shapinsay Community School has achieved a Silver accreditation as a UNICEF “Rights Respecting School”. 

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.