The count in the Shetland North by-election has begun.
Two candidates are standing for election – Natasha Cornick and Andrew Hall who are both independent.
Voting took place yesterday at seven polling stations.
The counting of votes is taking place in Islesburgh Community Centre in Lerwick this morning (Fri), with the results expected to be declared before 11am.
The council has been urged to consider public opposition to massive windfarms when negotiating with developers.
READ FULL STORYNewly elected Shetland North councillor Andrew Hall has been appointed to a number of committees.
READ FULL STORYEight individuals have been selected to take part in the local Clubsport young people’s sports panel, representing young people and helping to drive local sports…
READ FULL STORYAndrew Hall, a 58-year-old financier and crofter from Leeds, said he was “humbled” this morning after winning the race for a Shetland North council seat….
READ FULL STORYSeven polling stations have opened this morning (Thursday) across the North Mainland where voters will decide who will join Shetland Islands Council.
READ FULL STORYNew electric bus trials will be carried out by Shetland Islands Council to see how battery-powered vehicles work in local conditions. Two buses will be…
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Alistair Munro
