SIC recognised for promoting workplace gender equality
Shetland Islands Council has received a bronze accreditation after taking part in the “Equally Safe at Work” pilot scheme. It was the first accreditation programme…
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Student calls for isles to play active role in stamping out racism
A student is writing to public bodies serving the isles as part of an effort to ensure Shetland plays an active role in giving racism
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School halls of residence to be used by NHS staff
Extra accommodation for NHS staff working away from home during the Covid-19 crisis has been made available in the Anderson High School’s Halls of Residence
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Bereavement support volunteers receive certificates
A group of volunteers saw their efforts for the Shetland Bereavement Support Service (SBSS) recognised as they received certificates on Saturday evening.
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Meeting held over Sumburgh parking charges
An apparent softening of tone has emerged after crunch talks between council and airport representatives in the latest instalment of the Sumburgh Airport parking charges
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John Smith named as council’s new infrastructure director
The council has announced the appointment of John Smith as its new director of infrastructure services.
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Council finance manager moves on to face ‘new challenges’
The council’s finance manager, Jonathan Belford, is leaving his job in the isles to face “new challenges” south, the SIC has announced.
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Suffragette flag flies high at town hall
The suffragette flag was flying above the town hall in Lerwick yesterday in honour of International Women’s Day.
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Recycling scheme begins in Brae and Muckle Roe
The new recycling scheme begins tomorrow, with around 400 households in the North Mainland set to blaze the trail for the rest of the isles.
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Sandison takes top job, ferries deal defended, takeaway to return after fire
Inside this week’s Shetland Times…
READ FULL STORYMaggie Sandison named as new SIC chief executive
Shetland Islands Council has appointed one of its own to the role of chief executive – with Maggie Sandison becoming the authority’s new top official
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First of troublesome tug duo is sold to Italy
One of the two Shetland Islands Council tugs at Sullom Voe which proved so controversial after being introduced a few years has now been sold.
READ FULL STORYLong life predicted for Sullom Voe terminal
The future is looking positive for Sullom Voe terminal, with a projected life until 2050.
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