POLL: Will Shetland have a tunnel by 2030?
Fixed links could be a reality in the isles this decade, the council’s political leader has said. Emma Macdonald made the bold claim after the…
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Council selects Stantec as preferred bidder for inter-island connectivity programme
Stantec UK has been selected as the preferred bidder for the SIC’s inter-island transport connectivity programme. With a contract still to be finalised, Stantec would…
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Tunnel action groups launch online fundraising auction
The Unst and Yell tunnel action groups have today (Friday) launched an online auction to help to raise funds for an “essential” phase of their work.
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New report highlights why fixed links are ‘imperative’
A report has been released today (Thursday) showcasing the benefits of fixed links following Yell and Unst Tunnel Action Groups’ visit to Faroe.
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Tunnel groups inspired after fact finding mission to Faroe
A four-day fact finding mission to Faroe has inspired tunnel groups to forge ahead with their plans.
READ FULL STORYTunnel groups raise £120k in six weeks
Action groups have already secured a six-figure sum to lay the groundwork for tunnels – with hopes to progress the project as “swiftly as possible”.
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Council to lobby governments on tunnels funding at Shetland summit
The SIC has invited the UK and Scottish governments to attend crunch talks on tunnel funding – warning of a “material risk to lifeline services”.
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Fixed links funding may need to come from private source says transport minister
Funds for fixed links may need to be found through private enterprise according to the Transport Minister who has been visiting Shetland.
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Community groups taking action on tunnels
A community group and a business have backed a move towards building fixed links between Unst and Yell and the Mainland. North Yell Development Council…
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Bring back the Brenda (Ronnie Williamson)
Tunnels to any island would cost millions, would take years to complete, and would be paid for as in Norway by tolls. As far as…
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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.
READ FULL STORYTruth about tunnels (Alec Priest)
Alec Priest from Yell makes the case for installing tunnels between the isles in this letter. Do you think fixed links would be the best
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