Councillors told to ‘bite the bullet’ and make unpopular decisions to get spending back on track
The SIC’s finances no longer add up, councillors fear, with borrowing and spending spiralling out of control.
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Every inter-island ferry will need replacing – even if tunnels progress
Calls have been made for a long-term inter-island ferry replacement programme – recognising that tunnels will take decades to advance.
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Bail refused again for man accused of theft, threatening behaviour and two assaults
A 36-year-old man charged with theft, threatening behaviour and two assaults has been remanded in custody following his second court appearance.
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‘Torrid’ time for council finances after Trump’s tariffs wipe trillions off US stock markets
The collapse of the US stock market has led to a “torrid” time for the SIC’s investments, councillors have been told.
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Man appears in court accused of driving while more than five times over the limit
A 37-year-old man has appeared in court charged with driving while more than five times over the legal limit. Murray Mannall, of Gremmasgaet, Lerwick, appeared…
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UPDATE: Crew ‘safe and well’ after vessel ran aground
Emergency services have confirmed a vessel ran aground this morning near Lunna Holm. The coastguard confirmed it received a call at 9.05am this morning (Monday)…
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Marjolein Robertson makes shortlist for Glasgow award
Isles comedian Marjolein Robertson has been nominated for the Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award. Robertson made the seven-person shortlist which was announced on…
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POLL: Could new ‘cluster’ proposal help take control over energy sector?
Thousands of acres in Northmavine could be given special status as an “energy cluster” in a bid to secure greater control over the rapidly growing
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Guizer Jarl visits Cunningsburgh primary
Guizer Jarl Michael Farmer was welcomed to his old stomping ground by bairns and teachers at Cunningsburgh Primary School. This is part of his visitations…
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NorthLink sea trials not expected to affect tonight’s sailing
NorthLink passenger ferry Hjaltland has been undergoing sea trials off the coast of Shetland this morning.
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WATCH: ‘It’s been a long time coming’ – Guizer Jarl ‘delighted’ to be leading Smuha
South Mainland Up-Helly-A’ is under way and the Guizer Jarl said he was “delighted” to be leading the event.
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In this week’s Shetland Times
In today’s (Friday, 14th March) edition of The Shetland Times: • EXCLUSIVE: Lifesaving letters highlighted by Viking Genes volunteers • EXCLUSIVE: New figures reveal sick days…
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Car thief stripped off in futile bid to evade police
A 23-year-old man who stole and crashed a car in Lerwick – also took off his clothes during a police chase in a bid to
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Emergency services called to small fire on offshore support vessel in Lerwick
Police, an ambulance and three fire engines attended a “small fire” aboard an offshore support vessel berthed at Gremista this morning (Thursday).
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