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Orkney empty homeowners urged to complete survey
The Scottish Government is carrying out a study into empty homes and, as part of this, want to hear the views of empty homeowners in Scotland, including Orkney.
Do you own a home that has been empty for six months or more – or have you in the last five years?
20 March 2023
There’s no business like snow business! OIC trials gritter tracker system
The Council has been trialling a new gritter tracker system that could give folk in Orkney an extra tool to help them plan their journey in wintry conditions.
The roads team were provided with a couple of demo devices – coincidentally timed to perfection with the arrival of the recent snowfall!
20 March 2023
Orkney Youth Conference takes place in Kirkwall
The Orkney Youth Conference, organised by the Council’s Youth Services team, has brought together young people from across Orkney to take part in workshops and hear from keynote speakers on a range of issues.
20 March 2023
It's not too late to tell us your Orkney Travel Matters
Over 500 folk have had their say on travel habits in Orkney through the Orkney Travel Matters survey – and the feedback has been exceptional. But we’d love to hear from more households.
19 March 2023
Road works update for week starting 20 March 2023
An update on road works underway or soon to start in the county - for the week beginning 20 March 2023.
17 March 2023
