MCA roadshow opens to all tomorrow
A Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) roadshow will visit the Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) tomorrow (Wednesday) evening to answer questions people may have about their…
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Coastguard helicopters grounded for safety checks
Coastguard helicopters around the country have been grounded for safety checks following an incident in the North Sea last month.
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Orcas threatened by oil transfer plans, says MSP Finnie
Shetland’s migratory killer whales have made their annual trip into the Moray Firth, where they could be put at risk if controversial plans to allow
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SAVE THE TUG: Council adds to pressure on Westminster
The SIC is to ramp up pressure on the government over retaining the emergency tug and will seek to enlist the voices of other councils…
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The Shetland Times Save the Tug campaign demands the retention of the Northern Isles-based emergency tug Herakles.
READ FULL STORYCrew shortage leads to 24 hours without emergency helicopter
There was no emergency coastguard helicopter available at Sumburgh for 24 hours between last Thursday and Friday, due to crew shortage.
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