Orkney Islands
Council area in Scotland
CountryScotland
TypeCouncil area
CountyOrkney Islands
Population22,020
Admin CentreKirkwall
Area990 km²
About Orkney Islands
Orkney Islands is a council area in Scotland, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Kirkwall. Orkney Islands has a population of 22,020 and covers an area of 990 km².
Orkney Islands is one of 32 council areas in Scotland, established in 1996 under the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994. Each council area is governed by a single-tier unitary authority.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Orkney Islands council?
Orkney Islands is a council area in Scotland, United Kingdom.
What type of council is Orkney Islands?
Orkney Islands is a council area. It is responsible for local government services in its area.
What is the population of Orkney Islands?
Orkney Islands has a population of approximately 22,020.
What county is Orkney Islands in?
Orkney Islands is in Orkney Islands, Scotland.
How big is Orkney Islands?
Orkney Islands covers an area of 990 km² (382 square miles).