Restrictions to ease on public transport – but face coverings still required
The move “beyond level zero” from Monday will see some restrictions eased on public transport. The SIC said the “correct fare only” requirement will be…
READ FULL STORYThe move “beyond level zero” from Monday will see some restrictions eased on public transport. The SIC said the “correct fare only” requirement will be…
READ FULL STORYA plane bound for Sumburgh airport declared an in-flight emergency.
READ FULL STORYDemand responsive bus services, bike pools and car sharing are some of the ideas being considered for the future of transport in Shetland.
READ FULL STORYNew freight vessels serving the Northern Isles could also carry up to 200 passengers. Transport Scotland provided an update on the vessel design options for…
READ FULL STORYTransport Scotland has said plans to test visitors to Shetland have proven more challenging to introduce than first thought. TS’s Alan McCabe gave a report…
READ FULL STORYIsles coach operators will have the opportunity to apply for a share of a £10 million fund to support their businesses through the Covid-19 crisis…
READ FULL STORYLifeline ferry services between Shetland and the mainland face risk of further disruption over the coming days.
READ FULL STORYShetland’s MSP has added her voice to the chorus of approval greeting the news of fair funding for the inter-islands ferry.
READ FULL STORYThe SIC’s fleet of gritters has been battling to keep the roads safe amid widespread from across Shetland last night – with one of its
READ FULL STORYEmergency changes to transport routes in and out of Shetland have been announced following alterations to Covid-19 regulations over the festive period.
READ FULL STORYA new social media campaign has been launched to highlight the crucial role of Shetland’s inter-island ferry service.
READ FULL STORYNorthLink Ferries has reported a “strengthening” of car and passenger volumes this autumn. The operator’s latest figures continue to show reductions due to the pandemic – …
READ FULL STORYA truck delivering materials for the Viking Energy windfarm project slid into a roadside ditch on Thursday. SSE confirmed the driver was uninjured and appropriate…
READ FULL STORYThe SIC is to invite a Scottish minister to Fair Isle to hear concerns about delays replacing the Good Shepherd ferry. Councillor Allison Duncan raised…
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