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Inter Island Ferry Timetables are considered 12 months in advance by communities via the Ferry Forum, with draft timetables circulated to Community Councils for consultation.

Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under Section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users during the Firth Gala Day Fancy Dress Parade.

Notice is hereby given that Orkney Islands Council has made an order in terms of section 62 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while the Orkney Vintage Club Ltd. hold a Vintage Motorcycle Display.

The Orkney Islands Council has received an application for an occasional licence from Birsay Community Association for Birsay Community Hall.

The Orkney Islands Area Licensing Board has received an application for an occasional licence from  Grace Harcus for St Andrews Show Park- East Mainland Agricultural Show. 

Orkney Islands Council have received an occasional licence application from Grace Harcus for Sandwick Hall.

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

It's not easy to talk about problems and emotions. If you’re in distress or feeling low, stressed or anxious, there are many support agencies to access guidance and or speak to someone who will listen and offer advice.  

Orkney Islands Council have received an application for an occasional licence at Birsay Communiy Hall for18 July 2026.

Roads update for week starting 25/05/2026. A summary of road delays and closures due to road and building/utility works and events for the week starting Monday 25/05/2026. An interactive map showing roadworks carried out by the Council is available at www.orkney.gov.uk/roads. Road works and closures by other bodies are published on the Scottish Road Works Commissioner website.