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Council tax in Orkney is to rise by 6%. It follows an increase last year of 15%, which was the highest in Scotland. The rise for 2026-27 would see households in an average band D property pay an ...

The 20th International Island Games held in Orkney this summer boosted the local economy by £4m, a report has confirmed. The event, held over six days in July, cost £3.6m to stage and involved 1,630 ...

Around the UK are stunning landscapes of turquoise waters, where dolphins can be spotted offshore, and pristine beaches - that's if you know where to find them ...

Satellite internet has been permanently rolled out across the Orkney Ferries fleet, following a nine-month trial. It is hope ...

Ferry users are to benefit from the removal of mid and peak season fares. From next month Orkney and Shetland Islanders using the Northern Isles Ferry Services will no longer face higher charges when ...

A driverless vehicle has been taking to the road in Orkney - and could eventually be used to take passengers between the historic monuments of its Unesco World Heritage Site. The project - led by ...

Orkney Housing Association has awarded the largest construction contract in its history as work begins on the next phase of the Walliwall housing development in Kirkwall. The £11.5 million contract ha ...

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