A HILLY island off the northeastern coast of Scotland is known for its natural beauty and incredible archaeological ...

Orkney Islands Council has given its support to the idea of a locally-controlled cruise ship tax – estimating that it could be worth more than £1m per year. Yesterday, councillors agreed a response to ...

A new map of the South Orkney Islands has been released by British Antarctic Survey (BAS) – the first UK published, ...

It's almost 80 years since the end of World War Two, during which Orkney became home to hundreds of Italian prisoners of war.

Almost two dozen businesses were created in the Orkney Islands in the final quarter of last year, new figures show.

Orkney Islands Council has welcomed a £300k boost from the Scottish Government, for home energy efficiency works for homeowners, delivered locally by Warmworks on behalf of the council.

John Swinney has pledged £5m to accelerate a “landmark” green energy project on Orkney. Plans to create a major new ...

FIRST Minister John Swinney has announced a £5 million grant to accelerate a “landmark” green energy project in Orkney.

Farmers on Orkney could see the construction of a new local abattoir to them bring their produce to market and boost the ...

The proposed tunnels could transform the social and economic landscapes of Shetland and Orkney, two extremely isolated ...

Explore a rare drystone kiln-style pig sty on Rousay Island in Orkney, captured by Jo Inkster at a derelict farm. See the history in a stunning shot.

A new map of the South Orkney Islands has been released by British Antarctic Survey (BAS) - the first UK published, ...