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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Shetland coach tour operator welcomes Covid-19 fund but fears some will miss out
Isles coach operators will have the opportunity to apply for a share of a £10 million fund to support their businesses through the Covid-19 crisis…
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NorthLink’s Shetland services at risk of disruption all weekend due to ‘extreme conditions’ in Aberdeen
Lifeline ferry services between Shetland and the mainland face risk of further disruption over the coming days.
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Wishart welcomes fair ferry funding announcement for Shetland
Shetland’s MSP has added her voice to the chorus of approval greeting the news of fair funding for the inter-islands ferry.
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Gritter came off road amid reports of black ice around Lerwick
The SIC’s fleet of gritters has been battling to keep the roads safe amid widespread from across Shetland last night – with one of its
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Tighter festive Covid-19 restrictions spark major changes for Shetland transport routes
Emergency changes to transport routes in and out of Shetland have been announced following alterations to Covid-19 regulations over the festive period.
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Council launches #MyFerry campaign to highlight need for investment in Shetland’s inter-island ferry service
A new social media campaign has been launched to highlight the crucial role of Shetland’s inter-island ferry service.
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