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Local haulage firm challenges gender employment gap in UK’s logistics industry

8 March 2023

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Woman charged after £61k worth of drugs found in microwave posted to Shetland

8 March 2023

NorthLink freight boat Hildasay.

Ferry officials travelled to New Zealand to inspect and bid on ‘freight plus’ vessel – but offer was rejected

8 March 2023

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Peat and Diesel added to Tall Ships line-up

8 March 2023

Loganair would look to reintroduce suspended flights early if HIAL industrial action ends

8 March 2023

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All schools closed again

8 March 2023

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Please, do not speak on the fishing industry again

8 March 2023

SIC council tax rise among lowest in Scotland, chief executive says

8 March 2023

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Winter wonderland photos – Part 2

7 March 2023

A man in a work uniform stands in front of a building with a sign shaped like a fish that reads "Blydoit Fish Shop," indicating it sells fresh fish and shellfish.

Popular fish shop for sale

7 March 2023

Residents’ concerns remain over battery project – but developer confident its plans are safe

7 March 2023

A person wearing a hard hat, safety glasses, and a high-visibility vest stands on a dock in front of a cargo ship and stacked containers.

Women’s Aid event cancelled, apprenticeship week, space collaboration and more…

7 March 2023

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Snow closes all schools today

7 March 2023

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Overnight snow turns Shetland into winter wonderland

6 March 2023

HIAL to submit new business case to government as more talks planned on pay dispute

6 March 2023

New course aims to support people into social care work

6 March 2023

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Most schools closed following overnight snowfall

Public transport is also affected

6 March 2023

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Local firm lands £2.5m contract to rebuild eight Sandveien houses

6 March 2023

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The procession.

Delting UHA venue given late licence

6 March 2023

Webb’s trio to release debut album

5 March 2023

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Response to teacher strike letter

5 March 2023

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School strikes suspended as union recommends members accept new pay offer

4 March 2023

Industrial action causes Loganair to temporarily suspend Sumburgh/Kirkwall/Inverness service

Loganair flights between HIAL airports are affected – but one MSP has criticised the move

3 March 2023

An Islander plane touching down in Skerries.

Council keen to start conversation around ‘fair funding’ for internal flights

3 March 2023

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Sullom Voe tanker fees could rise by 50 per cent

3 March 2023

Differing views between Shetland and Orkney councillors on valuation board coronation holiday

3 March 2023

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Snow and ice warning

3 March 2023

A ferry ramp prepares to dock, with vehicles waiting at the terminal under an overcast sky. The scene includes barriers, safety signs, and a small building.

Ferry terminal work, Ulsta shop plans, new trustees wanted, ‘Nort Natters’ and more …

3 March 2023

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Valuation joint board to welcome new assessor for the second time since beginning of last year

3 March 2023

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Unwillingness to be political?

3 March 2023

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A person wearing a headband and padded vest stands in a barn holding a pitchfork over their shoulder, with sheep in the background.

Young farmer nominated for national apprenticeship awards

2 March 2023

An empty indoor swimming pool with tiled walls, metal handrails, and a viewing gallery sign. The pool area has wooden ceilings and walls, and chairs are lined up on the left side.

Permanent closure of Walls pool ‘inevitable’ unless energy costs can be cut back

The association which runs the private pool is looking to install a wind turbine and solar panels

2 March 2023

Carmichael seeks answers on Alternative Fuel Payment confusion

2 March 2023

High energy prices are sending some islanders back to the peat hill.

Peat consultation, memorial masonry course, NorthLink joins Tall Ships, decarbonising agriculture and more …

2 March 2023

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Criticism of space regulator ‘grossly unfair’ – Strang insists

SaxaVord Spaceport boss calls on industry to focus on the positives after the UK’s first space mission ended in failure earlier this year

2 March 2023

A drive-through COVID-19 testing site with a canopy, signboards, and two vehicles present. One person is visible near the building. A "No Entry" sign is on a wall in front.

Fresh chapter for Sound Service Station as new owners take over

2 March 2023

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A construction site for wind turbines with cranes lifting large cylindrical components in a remote, hilly area under a clear sky.

Viking assembles first turbine sections

1 March 2023

A group of people stand outside holding signs that read “PAY ATTENTION” and “OFFICIAL PICKET” with a banner that says "eis Shetland Local Association." They are protesting in front of a building.

Teachers take picket line to town hall as strike continues

1 March 2023

A building with red trim and multiple windows stands under a blue sky with scattered wispy clouds. The structure has three main sections and is surrounded by grass and a paved area.

Church appeals ex-school building planning refusal

1 March 2023

A person with short, dark hair sits on the floor against a teal background, wearing a white sleeveless top and brown pants.

US singer-songwriter ready for Mareel gig – after nearly three years of waiting

1 March 2023

New campaign encourages fishermen to land catch in Shetland

1 March 2023

History in a wird: the origins of the ‘Mirrie Dancers’

1 March 2023

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Sumburgh Airport to stay open during March HIAL strike action

1 March 2023

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28 February 2023

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Calder appointed new Anderson head teacher

28 February 2023

Nova looking to decommission older tidal turbines

28 February 2023

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From Fair Isle to Scalloway for 60 tonne crane

28 February 2023

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