Latest News
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OIC Announces ‘Orkney’s Community Wind Farm Project’
Orkney Islands Council is to investigate an additional two sites for potential community wind farms in the county - to add to the project already under investigation on Hoy.
26 April 2019
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Grounds maintenance update for 2019
The Council has announced where grounds maintenance work will be focused over the months ahead.
25 April 2019
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EV charging fees due soon
Fees for using Orkney Islands Council’s electric vehicle chargers are set to be introduced next month.
24 April 2019
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Street Closures for Kirkwall Town Centre
Orkney Islands Council is carrying out flagstone repairs in Kirkwall town centre this week.
24 April 2019
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Changed opening hours at Stromness fitness suite
Changes have been made to the fitness suite timetable at Stromness Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre, following consultation with local community organisations and businesses.
24 April 2019
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Shortlisting for OIC in Young Energy Awards
A member of staff at Orkney Islands Council has been shortlisted in a national awards scheme which recognises the best young talent in the renewables and energy fields.
23 April 2019
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May Day holiday arrangements
The Council is reminding households and businesses that there will be no waste or recycling collections on the May Day Holiday (Monday 6 May).
18 April 2019
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Wheelchair-accessible taxis and private hire cars – consultation underway
Views are invited on whether people would like to see more wheelchair-accessible taxis and private hire cars operating in Orkney.
17 April 2019
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European Elections 2019
Arrangements for holding elections to the European Parliament are being put in place by Orkney Islands Council’s elections team, in line with local authorities across the country.
15 April 2019
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Stenness and World Heritage Site Active Travel Public Consultation
Orkney Islands Council is to develop an Active Travel Plan for Stenness and the adjacent World Heritage Site area.
12 April 2019