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Popularity of pet cabins prompts plans for more
Pet cabins have proved popular with passengers and their four-legged friends, according to NorthLink. The Hjaltland and Hrossey each have two pet-friendly cabins, which were…
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Pandemic left industry in ‘absolute mess’, says Hinkles
Passenger numbers are expected to be down by two thirds in December, according to Loganair’s chief executive. Jonathan Hinkles said the impact of the coronavirus…
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Trustees approve ‘safety net’ for Covid-hit organisations
Shetland Charitable Trust will provide a £1.3 million “safety net” for organisations facing financial uncertainty due to the pandemic.
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‘Significant’ Cullivoe Road project moves to next stage
A long-awaited road upgrade that is integral to the success of a £1.2 million redevelopment project in North Yell has been given another boost.
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Temporary speed limits approved between Lerwick and Gulberwick
Reduced speed limits will be trialled on the road between Lerwick and Gulberwick. Councillors approved the motion at Tuesday’s environment and transport committee meeting, which…
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Councillors vote to reduce Tresta speed limit
The speed limit on the road through Tresta will be reduced to 50mph temporarily following an intervention by councillors.
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‘Considerable increase’ in recycling welcomed by council
Councillors have praised a two thirds increase in recycling across the isles. Recycling increased to 17.1 per cent in 2019 from 10.5 per cent the…
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SIC waiting to hear on £2.8m government funding for Orion project
The SIC will learn by the end of the month whether it has been successful in securing £2.8 million of Scottish government funding for its…
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Sandveien flood lights get community council boost
Lerwick Community Council will help fund replacement flood lights behind Sandveien Neighbourhood Centre to give young people a safe space to meet up through a…
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ZetTrans has ‘significant role’ to play in small islands plan
ZetTrans will be a key part of the Islands with Small Populations Locality Plan, according to its chairman. Ryan Thomson said the transport partnership had…
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Draw on reserves ‘cannot continue’, says chairman
The SIC cannot continue to draw more on its reserves, according to the audit committee chairman. Allison Duncan was speaking at a meeting on Wednesday,…
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Councillor resigns from development committee
Stephen Leask has resigned as vice-chairman of the SIC’s development committee. The Lerwick councillor announced his resignation on Monday afternoon “with regret”, stating that his…
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Councillors have agreed not to extend opening hours for pubs and bars during Christmas and New Year. Members of the licensing board made the unanimous…
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‘The message is clear’: councillors pass self-determination motion
The motion means Shetland Islands Council will explore options “for achieving political and financial self-determination”.
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