Kirking precedes the real work for Scott
One of Tavish Scott’s first official duties after being returned to Holyrood as Shetland MSP is to attend the traditional kirking before the formal swearing…
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Broadband u-turn risks abandoning rural communities, claims Carmichael
The Northern Isles could lose out if the Westminster government walks away from a commitment to deliver broadband to all areas – including the most…
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‘Charging phone caused Voe house fire’
A family from Voe are counting their blessings after a house fire laid waste to their kitchen.
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More substance, less vitriol (John Jackson)
I was disappointed to see in last week’s Shetland Times (“…As Scott gets support from town residents,” page seven) one or two comments being attributed…
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Standards probe into Alistair Carmichael’s actions dropped
A parliamentary standards investigation into isles MP Alistair Carmichael over the run-up to last year’s general election has been dropped.
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Brewery signs deal with major supermarkets
Beers brewed in Lerwick will soon be available across Scotland after a deal was signed with two supermarket chains.
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Hops shortage gives brewers a headache
The brewing industry is facing a mother of all hangovers because of a major shortage in beer hops.
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VIDEO – Sturgeon: We want to empower island communities
Nicola Sturgeon defended the SNP’s Holyrood record during her visit to the isles following criticism from campaign group Wir Shetland.
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Sturgeon launches ‘manifesto for the islands’
A 10-point manifesto which puts “investment and empowerment” at the heart of island communities has been launched by the First Minister.
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First Minister’s visit boycotted by campaign group
The First Minister Nicola Sturgeon arrived in Shetland this morning off the North Boat and immediately faced criticism over the SNP government’s record on ferry…
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Calm start to Viking festivities in Brae
The Delting Jarl’s Squad was blessed with a dry and calm start to the day as they mustered at The Northern Lights function room to…
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Applicant MacColl ‘thrilled and overwhelmed’ after pizzeria plan approved
A pizzeria between Voe and Brae was given the green light by the council’s planning committee today in a unanimous decision, to the relief and…
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Demand is for isles-based 999 call centre, says Wills
A councillor has spoken out after the head of Scotland’s police watchdog said new technology should help alleviate concerns over local knowledge in the wake…
READ FULL STORYPedestrian injured in Market Cross road accident
An elderly pedestrian was injured and taken to hospital following an accident in Lerwick on Monday evening.
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