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Public protection workers are stepping up efforts to check on the safety of vulnerable people during the coronavirus lockdown. (more…) Read more...
Households where one or more occupants have coronavirus symptoms are being asked to double-bag contaminated waste. (more…) Read more...
The police are appealing for witnesses after an alleged assault took place about 6.50pm on Sunday at St Olaf Street in Lerwick. Two men dressed in dark clothing who were said to be involved in the altercation ran from the area towards Harbour Street. Anyone who saw people matching the descript... Read more...
An injured offshore crewman was airlifted to hospital on Sunday morning. The Sumburgh-based coastguard helicopter was summoned after the incident happened on a platform 92 miles south east of the isles. The injured man was taken to Tingwall before being transferred to the Gilbert Bain Hospital... Read more...
The Scalloway Hotel has entered administration with the loss of 17 jobs. The popular attraction run by Peter and Caroline McKenzie had closed its doors temporarily as a result of Covid-19 crisis. But a drop in trade from the oil and gas sector together with the ongoing pandemic has resulted in... Read more...
HGV licence is preferable but not essential. Good rates of pay and overtime available. Please email your CV to: info@tullochdev.co.uk Tel: 01595 741427 Read more...
Eraclett is a well-maintained 3 bedroom family home with stunning sea views overlooking Whiteness Voe. The property is set in a very large, immaculately kept garden with garage, greenhouse, garden shed and a substantial workshop. The workshop, situated at the rear of the property, has planning permi... Read more...
The Gremista waste recycling plant is now closed to the public and will reopen when movement restrictions allow. The bulky items collection service by Shetland Islands Council has also been suspended. Household collections are still operating as normal but may change depending on staff availab... Read more...
Loganair has announced further flight schedule reductions - following government measures brought in at the beginning of the week to tackle Covid-19. A "skeleton schedule" of essential air services will operate within Scotland - the company said - to and from the Isle of Man and on two routes sup... Read more...
Shetland Islands Council has clarified its position on cash-handling when it comes to public transport, including on ferries and buses. The council said it takes guidance from the World Health Organisation, whose advice is that people should wash their hands after handling money, especially if th... Read more...