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Condolence Book for Lord Wallace in St Magnus Cathedral
A condolence book will be set out in St Magnus Cathedral between Tuesday February 3rd and Monday February 9th, after which it will be handed over to the family. Cathedral opening times are 0900-1300 and 1400-1700 Monday to Saturday.
2 February 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Additional Works) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Orkney Islands Council carries out maintenance works.
29 January 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Bridge Street and Albert Street, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Andrew Sinclair Ltd, on behalf of Scottish Water, carry out the investigation and repair of a sewer.
29 January 2026
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Conservation area appraisal underway
In the next few weeks, the conversation areas of Kirkwall and Stromness are being appraised.
This work will be completed from the public realm,
22 January 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Openreach Main Street, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Openreach carry out utility works.
22 January 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Openreach Ballarat Road, Harray) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Openreach carry out utility works.
22 January 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Watson Close, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while Heddle Construction Ltd. on behalf of SSEN replace an electricity sub-station.
22 January 2026
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Roll out of new 20mph speed limit begins across Orkney
Orkney Islands Council is to get underway with the phased introduction of the new 20mph speed limit across Orkney.
20 January 2026
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Praise for Orkney's collective effort during prolonged winter weather
Orkney Islands Council has shared their gratitude to staff, farmers, emergency services, community groups, volunteers and residents for their patience, resilience and assistance during the recent prolonged period of challenging winter.
14 January 2026
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The Orkney Islands Council (Junction Road, Kirkwall) (Temporary Closure) Order 2026
Orkney Islands Council has made the above-named Order under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 to ensure the safety of the public and road users while R Clouston Ltd carry out building works.
18 December 2025