‘Words fail me’ – town and country clash over plans to give Lerwick more cash
Town and country representatives clashed over proposals to award more funding to Lerwick Community Council.
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SIC wants £350k a year for lease of Scatsta Airport buildings
The SIC is looking to lease the former Scatsta Airport buildings – at a cost of £350,000 a year.
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Leader shortlisted for award among ‘most devoted’ councillors in Great Britain
Political leader Emma Macdonald has been shortlisted for a prestigious local government award.
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Advice given for use of fireworks
Shetland Islands Council has issued firework safety advice ahead of bonfire night on 5th November.
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UPDATED: Person treated for shock after concrete mixer trailer overturns on Unst ferry
An investigation has been launched after a concrete mixer overturned on the Unst ferry this morning (Thursday).
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Security cameras hoped to tackle vandalism and break-ins at former Anderson High School
The SIC is looking to increase security at the Knab to deter vandals from damaging the listed buildings at the former Anderson High School.
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Campaigner Hill accuses SIC of hacking website to discredit attempt to save tourist centre
Sovereignty campaigner Stuart Hill has accused the SIC of “illegally hacking” his information in order to discredit an attempt to save the tourist centre.
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POLL: Should SIC be using PR firm to gain access to politicians ?
The SIC has been paying an Edinburgh PR firm to help it progress key projects – but some councillors are concerned by its influence on
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Demolition proposed for 46-year-old ‘temporary’ classrooms
Temporary classrooms have been earmarked for demolition – 46 years after they were first built.
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Political leader uses Viking celebration speech to call for fairer energy system
The SIC’s political leader has used her Viking celebration speech to call for change and a fairer system.
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Windfarm petition reaches 500 signatures
A petition calling for SIC councillors to turn down the invitation to celebratory events marking the completion of the Viking Energy windfarm has already attracted…
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Sports Awards 2024 launched
It’s game on again for our top sportsmen and women. The Shetland Sports Award are back once again, celebrating the many sporting achievements over the…
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Councillors approve Fetlar pods plans
Councillors approved four glamping pods in Fetlar by councillors, on the condition developers create one extra parking space than originally planned. The SIC planning committee…
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POLL: Is the summer recess for councillors too long?
Councillors have been urged to cut short their summer break and get back to work, by one of their own members. Ian Scott has called…
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