Council ferries to switch to reduced basic timetable
A restricted inter-island ferry timetable will be introduced next week serving “critical” needs in isles’ communities.
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Council ‘can’t shy away’ from climate issues, ZetTrans say
Shetland Islands Council cannot be seen to “shy away” from tackling climate change in the isles, a ZetTrans meeting has heard.
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WATCH: Gritter spins in icy conditions
A driver’s dashcam footage has captured the moment a council gritter fell foul of treacherous icy conditions. The incident took place in the North Mainland…
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Ferry disruption after Fivla develops engine fault
Ferry services across the Yell Sound have again been disrupted after one of the vessels developed a problem.
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SIC acquires Slap in £17.5 million deal
Shetland Islands Council has acquired the property organisation, which owns buildings including the so-called “White House”, for around £17.5 million. On Tuesday the SIC and…
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“Ambitious” 10-year plan hopes to improve outcomes for all
An “ambitious” 10-year plan which aims to improve the lives of every Shetland resident was launched on Tuesday. The Shetland Partnership Plan 2018 – 2028…
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Blue green algae found in Tingwall
Another loch has been found to contain blue green algae, this time the Loch of Griesta in Tingwall. Notices will be posted next to the…
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Meeting held over Sumburgh parking charges
An apparent softening of tone has emerged after crunch talks between council and airport representatives in the latest instalment of the Sumburgh Airport parking charges
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Councillors give backing to new recycling measures
An array of new recycling policies have been rubber-stamped by councillors as the SIC looks to boost its efforts and reduce waste.
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Scottish government offers money for school clothing grants
Families in the isles are set to benefit from grants being issued for school uniforms.
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WATCH: Aerial footage of new Eric Gray Centre
The long-awaited Eric Gray Centre is nearing completion – as shown by aerial footage recently published by contractors DITT Construction. The project, costing around £6…
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Council tax hike, marine conservation spat and birthday bus fears
In The Shetland Times this week… • Isles residents are to be hit with a council tax hike after councillors unanimously backed the move. •…
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Council tax set to rise by three per cent
Isles residents could be hit with a three per cent rise in council tax if a proposal discussed at Monday’s policy and resources committee gains…
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Proposed cut to gritting budget rejected by SIC committee
Cuts to the SIC’s gritting efforts have been rejected by a council committee amid concerns the move to save £50,000 would harm communities
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