Two vehicle crash near Girlsta
Emergency service are attending the scene of a two-vehicle crash near Girlsta.
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Council clarifies ‘key workers’ position over childcare
The Shetland Islands Council has clarified their definition of “key workers” who can attain childcare provision to allow them to keep working during the coronavirus
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WATCH: Local trawler towed to safety after running aground
The Aith lifeboat crew had to come to the rescue of a local trawler this morning (Saturday) after she ran aground near Trondra.
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Dowry, Marlex and Sumburgh Airport cafe among coronavirus closures
Cafes, restaurants and bars around Shetland have begun to close their doors and many face an uncertain future.
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Witnesses sought after Sandveien fireraising
Police are appealing for witnesses in relation to a “traumatising incident” of “wilful fireraising” which took place in Sandveien last night (Friday).
READ FULL STORYPubs and restaurants to be told to shut tonight, PM says
Pubs, cafes and restaurants across the UK will be told to close this evening (Friday), Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said.
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MP Carmichael meets PM to discuss coronavirus concerns
MP for Orkney and Shetland Alistair Carmichael has met with Prime Minister Boris Johnston to discuss concerns over the government’s approach to the coronavirus crisis.
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Appeal goes out to lapsed NHS workers to return and help tackle pandemic
A call has gone out asking for health workers to return to practice to join an “NHS bank” of staff.
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Sturgeon urges people to stay out of the pub this weekend as confirmed national cases rise
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon urged the country to resist the urge to go to the pub this weekend as confirmed coronavirus cases rose sharply.
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Full transport network is still available
The council is offering assurances that a full network of public transport services are on offer, despite the coronavirus pandemic.
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Coelleira skipper’s judgment may have been affected by fatigue
The skipper in charge of a fishing boat which grounded on Ve Skerries may have been too tired at the time of the incident.
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Space centre plans Unst airfield regeneration
Shetland Space Centre (SSC) plans to regenerate the Ordale airfield at Baltasound in Unst. SSC envisages the site as a “space industry hub”, which will…
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Industrial action suspended at Sullom Voe Terminal
Workers will not strike at Sullom Voe Terminal after a new improved offer from operator EnQuest. Unite the union has suspended the industrial action and…
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Schools exams will be cancelled as a result of coronavirus
School pupils will now not sit exams after the Easter holidays, MSPs have been told today [Thursday].
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