Blue-green algae spotted in Sandy Loch
Potentially toxic blue-green algae has been spotted in Sandy Loch, according to a notice from the council this morning (Tuesday).
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Care home criticised in report
The Walter and Joan Gray care home in Scalloway has been described as unsafe and understaffed in a damning report from the Scottish Care Inspectorate….
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Union ‘lights a fire’ with workplace safety regulators over station conditions
The national Fire Brigades Union (FBU) has escalated its concerns over Shetland’s fire stations to the government’s workplace health and safety regulator. FBU health and…
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Government cuts put workers at risk, Labour claims
Government cuts are putting workers at risk when safety is at the forefront of employees’ minds because of coronavirus. Labour has pointed to research it…
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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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Politicians apply pressure on Loganair over standard of service
Politicians have called for urgent action over the lifeline air services run by Loganair to and from Shetland and other parts of the Highlands and
READ FULL STORYDrivers please slow down (Sharon Moar)
Following what could have been a very nasty road accident involving a horse and rider which collided with a car last Saturday on the Stromfirth
READ FULL STORYVerges are death traps, council told
By JOHN ROBERTSON THE COUNCIL has been warned somebody will be killed on the roads because of blind spots caused by grass on verges. The…
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