Tribute to former councillor Florence Grains
Tribute has been paid to former longstanding West Side councillor Florence Grains, who has died aged 92. SIC convener said: “Florence was a hard-working councillor…
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Does Sullom Voe Port need a new tug boat?
Council officials are considering whether the Port of Sullom Voe might benefit from a fifth tug, after it was revealed that a stand-in boat service…
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SIC report data breach involving Stuart Hill to Information Commissioners Office
The SIC has reported a data breach involving sovereign campaigner Stuart Hill to the Information Commissioners Office. In a statement issued this afternoon (Friday) the…
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Flea tells SIC chief to ‘get a grip’ after members again voice frustration over slow progress
A senior councillor has told the SIC’s chief to “get a grip” and deal with dozens of urgent recommendations.
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Council tax to rise by 10 per cent
Shetland Islands Council voted this morning (Tuesday) to increase council tax by 10 per cent in 2025-26. During the full SIC meeting, deputy leader Gary…
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Contractor chosen for £10m Cullivoe road project
Contractors have been chosen to carry out £10m improvements to Cullivoe road – but legal issues stifled discussion on the project this week.
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POLL: Would you support the development of a community-owned windfarm?
Councillors discussed a report this week which considered ways to ensure the community reaps the greatest rewards from future energy development.
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Councillors press for community concerns to be considered in negotiations with big energy companies
The council has been urged to consider public opposition to massive windfarms when negotiating with developers.
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Committee roles for newly elected councillor
Newly elected Shetland North councillor Andrew Hall has been appointed to a number of committees.
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Eight young people selected for new sports panel
Eight individuals have been selected to take part in the local Clubsport young people’s sports panel, representing young people and helping to drive local sports…
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Andrew Hall elected councillor for Shetland North
Andrew Hall, a 58-year-old financier and crofter from Leeds, said he was “humbled” this morning after winning the race for a Shetland North council seat….
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Count under way in Shetland North by-election
The count in the Shetland North by-election has begun. Two candidates are standing for election – Natasha Cornick and Andrew Hall who are both independent. …
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Trials of electric buses to begin
New electric bus trials will be carried out by Shetland Islands Council to see how battery-powered vehicles work in local conditions. Two buses will be…
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Council ferry rescues crew from sinking scallop trawler
Lerwick Lifeboat launched for its first callout of the year late last night (Saturday) to aid a scallop trawler taking on water after running aground…
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