Since the end of the Council Tax Freeze in 2024/25, charges rose considerably in Orkney the following year, and have continued to increase. Water charges have also increased. On Tuesday 10 March, Orkney Islands Councillors voted to increase council tax by 6%.  A Band D property rises from £1,574.60 a year to £1,669.07. Scottish Water’s … Continue reading Increase in Household Taxes in Orkney.