Transport minister pledges to raise issue of shared cabins with NorthLink
The transport minister has said she will “inject some more urgency” into the reintroduction of shared cabins on NorthLink ferries.
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Flight troubles almost derail transport meeting
A long-awaited transport meeting was almost derailed by flight troubles.
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Progress at last on Levenwick road improvements
Highways bosses have reported progress on the much-delayed improvements to a “death trap” stretch of the A970.
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NorthLink responds after photos of crowded ferry spark demands for improvements
NorthLink has responded to mounting concerns about over-crowding after photos of folk sleeping on the floor led to demands for action.
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Ferry terminal out of action during weekend linkspan work
Laxo ferry terminal will be out of action during three days of linkspan maintenance work. The work will begin after the 6.30pm crossing on Friday,…
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Electric vehicles, automated ferries and car share schemes feature in net-zero transport strategy
A 20 year transport strategy will focus mainly on achieving net-zero targets – with electric vehicles, hydrogen ferries and car share schemes all playing possible
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Young people encouraged to apply for free bus travel
A free bus travel scheme is hoped to help young people access work, education and leisure activities. Anyone aged five-21 and living in Scotland can…
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Decision on long-sought improvements to ‘death trap’ road set for January
A councillor has told of his involvement in a serious accident on a busy stretch of road in highlighting the urgent need for improved safety.
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Loganair under ‘tremendous pressure’ after seven-fold increase in customer calls
Loganair has reported a seven-fold increase in the number of calls to its customer team with many folk needing to rearrange bookings due to Covid-19
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Restrictions to ease on public transport – but face coverings still required
The move “beyond level zero” from Monday will see some restrictions eased on public transport. The SIC said the “correct fare only” requirement will be…
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Sumburgh-bound flight declares emergency
A plane bound for Sumburgh airport declared an in-flight emergency.
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‘Dramatic’ changes for transport could see Uber-style buses, bike pools and car sharing, meeting hears
Demand responsive bus services, bike pools and car sharing are some of the ideas being considered for the future of transport in Shetland.
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NorthLink’s new freight vessels could also take up to 200 passengers
New freight vessels serving the Northern Isles could also carry up to 200 passengers. Transport Scotland provided an update on the vessel design options for…
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Covid testing of travellers to Shetland ‘difficult’ to introduce
Transport Scotland has said plans to test visitors to Shetland have proven more challenging to introduce than first thought. TS’s Alan McCabe gave a report…
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