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Flexible approach needed for health and social care
A joined up healthcare service with a “no wrong door” approach to treating user’s concerns was discussed today (Thursday) at the last integration joint board…
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Decommissioning success for harbour
Lerwick Harbour is to be the location of a further decommissioning project following the award of another major North Sea contract. It is a sector…
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Carmichael responds to mass redundancies at ferry company
Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, has condemned news that P&O Ferries will make hundreds of UK crew redundant, labelling it “an attack on seafarers’ rights”. Announced…
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Freight services fall foul of the weather
Today’s (Friday) NorthLink Ferries passenger service to Aberdeen is scheduled to depart on time but freight services are again hit. Friday’s southbound voyage is scheduled…
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Countdown continues for spaceport launch
Orbital launches from SaxaVord UK Spaceport has taken another step forward after it formally submitted its spaceport and range licence applications to industry regulator, the…
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In today’s edition of The Shetland Times:
In today’s (11th March) edition of The Shetland Times: • Sally Sanford and her dog Lace are enjoying a week in the limelight at Crufts….
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Calm before the storm for ferry service
Today’s (Thursday) NorthLink Ferries services will go ahead on schedule but the company has warned of disruptions from tomorrow and over the weekend due to…
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New CCTV system over a year away
Lerwick’s CCTV system is to be scrapped and replaced as it is no longer ‘fit for purpose’ – a project that won’t be complete for…
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IT problem stops fuel supply
Leask Filling Station in Lerwick is temporarily unable to sell fuel due to a technical problem with its pumps. The station first encountered a problem…
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Weekend ferry disruption predicted
NorthLink Ferries have warned continuing disruptions to its passenger services could last over the weekend due to adverse weather. Today’s (Wednesday) southbound departure from Lerwick…
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New start up grant to be launched next month
A business start-up grant will be launched next month aimed at helping under 30s and businesses with net zero aspirations get off the ground. Thomas…
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Search on for Scotland’s top green businesses
Entries are now open for VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards which champions companies across Scotland with a green ethos that have demonstrated significant business…
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Success for UHI students
It was three for three for Shetland UHI Aquaculture apprentices at the Lantra ALBAs awards, with the three nominated finalists winning their respective categories. Lantra…
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Sexual violence prevention campaign is launched
The Compass Centre, also known as Shetland Rape Crisis, will launch a campaign next week aimed at helping folk spot and prevent sexual violence on…
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