Get in touch about nesting gulls, SIC says
Shetland Islands Council is asking anyone who thinks they may have a problem with nesting gulls to get in touch before its too late. The…
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Folk urged to report gulls nests or face ‘noisy neighbours’ for summer
The SIC has urged people to report gulls’ nests – or face a summer with “new and noisy neighbours”. The council said the birds will…
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Increase in dog fouling incidents reported
Dog owners are being reminded to pick up behind their pets after a rise in dog fouling incidents.
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Investigations launched into Fetlar couple’s care of livestock
A couple in Fetlar have staunchly defended their care of livestock after investigations were launched into their animal husbandry.
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Suspected blue green algae at Clickimin
Warnings have been issued after a suspected case of blue-green algae growth at Clickimin Loch. The council’s environmental health department received notification of the growth…
READ FULL STORYBlue green algae found in Tingwall
Another loch has been found to contain blue green algae, this time the Loch of Griesta in Tingwall. Notices will be posted next to the…
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Blue-green algae warning
Warnings are being issued to stay away from blue-green algae that has been found at a loch in Twatt. Shetland Islands Council said environmental health…
READ FULL STORYWarning from environmental health as blue green algae is discovered
Environmental Health has received notification from SEPA that there is blue green algae in the Lunnister Loch, Sullom and Spiggie Loch, Dunrossness. Blue-green algae has…
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Council warns folk about bonfire night issues
Shetland Islands Council’s environmental health service is again reminding the public to site Guy Fawkes bonfires carefully and not use them to dispose of domestic
READ FULL STORYPatrols to target dog fouling
Environmental health officials will increase patrols in a bid to target dog walkers who fail to scoop up their pet’s mess.
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Seven day working for AHS construction is approved
Work on the new Anderson High School and halls of residence site at Clickimin will go on seven days a week, the council’s planning committee…
READ FULL STORYWashed up whales to be assessed
Environmental health staff are to assess two dead whales prior to disposal after they washed up at Yell and West Burrafirth this week.
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