A diver has died at a ferry terminal in Orkney.

Officers were alerted to the death of the male diver at Houton ferry terminal on the mainland at around 9.45am on Monday.

It is understood the man was preparing to enter the water when he died.

Police said enquiries were ongoing and efforts were being made to contact the man's next of kin.

The cause of death is not yet known.

The area is popular with recreational divers exploring the historic wreck sites at Scapa Flow and is also used for diver training.