Calls for fixed links to be prioritised in Shetland’s route map to carbon net zero
The push to meet carbon net zero targets represents the best opportunity to achieve fixed links in Shetland, a councillor has claimed.
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Shetland to challenge ‘bureaucratic barriers’ hindering fixed links
Transport chiefs are working to overcome the “bureaucratic barriers” to achieving fixed links in Shetland.
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Ferry breakdowns prompt fresh calls for fair funding
Mounting calls are being made for the Scottish government to dig deep and help fund internal ferries.
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WATCH: Tough times ahead for councils, audit commission says
Shetland Islands Council can expect a further period of austerity over the coming years, according to an Audit Scotland report commissioned by the Accounts Commission.
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Council turned down Norwegian loan for tunnel to Whalsay, ASCC meeting hears
The council’s apparent refusal to accept Norwegian funding for a tunnel from the Mainland to Whalsay was aired at Saturday’s biannual meeting of the Association…
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Seminar puts fixed links back on SIC agenda
A seminar is to be held this summer for councillors to look at the viability of creating fixed links in the isles.
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