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IT IS “Scotland’s right to decide” whether to become an independent country – and “no-one else’s”. MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad made those comments after first minister John Swinney called for a second Scottish independence referendum by 2031 on Monday. shet.news/uh54c
Scotland has right to decide on independence, MSP Goodlad says
IT IS "Scotland’s right to decide" whether to become an independent country – and "no-one else’s". MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad made those comments after...
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Tribute: Shetland's fishing community is mourning the loss of “one of its greatest leaders” after the death of Leslie Tait MBE. Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) said that the 74-year old’s life had been one of “utmost dedication to the industry”. shet.news/nwwiq
‘Our memories could not be fonder’ – fishing community mourns Leslie Tait
SHETLAND’S fishing community is mourning the loss of “one of its greatest leaders” after the death of Leslie Tait MBE. Shetland Fishermen’s Association...
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“I LOVE a challenge,” says recently departed Shetland Amenity Trust chair Alison Moncrieff as she reflects on her time with the charity. “If I didn’t, I wouldn’t have been there for eight years.” shet.news/xrg11
Usually the cycling social media phenomenon Daniel Gear is the one dishing out the “10 oota 10” ratings. But this week Gear’s work to promote safe overtaking of cyclists has earned him a 10/10 score – from police chief Chris Sewell. shet.news/m4mhw
10 oota 10 – police chief praises Daniel Gear for making roads ‘safer in a humorous way’
USUALLY the cycling social media phenomenon Daniel Gear is the one dishing out the "10 oota 10" ratings. But this week Gear’s work to promote safe overtaking...
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The Maritime and Coastguard Agency could be reported to the Health and Safety Executive over the state of coastguard stations Councillor Allison Duncan has threatened to make the complaint in response to the Sumburgh, Walls and Mid Yell stations having no working toilets or showers. shet.news/ppsfa
Councillor threatens to report state of three coastguard stations
THE MARITIME and Coastguard Agency (MCA) could be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) over the state of three Shetland coastguard stations....
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Drugs are being sent to Shetland hidden in everything from candles to paint tins, police have said. Area commander Chris Sewell said suppliers were constantly trying new ways to get drugs up to the isles and beyond sniffer dogs. shet.news/yk3ja
Candles, paint tins and Milk Tray boxes – how drugs are sent to Shetland
DRUGS are being sent to Shetland hidden in everything from candles to paint tins, police have said. Area commander Chris Sewell said suppliers were constantly...
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ViewPoint: Co-author of Shaetlan – A young language wi aald røts, Roy Mullay, responds to a recent Sunday Times article which discusses his and professor Viveka Velupillai’s work without having spoken to either of them. This Viewpoint contribution is in Shaetlan and in English. shet.news/yea4q
Shaetlan (an wis) under attack
Co-author of Shaetlan – A young language wi aald røts, Roy Mullay, responds to a recent Sunday Times article which discusses his and professor Viveka...
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Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS) has renewed its drive to register all those who look after a family member, friend or neighbour in a bid to better target help and support. shet.news/2k371
Local carers’ charity raises renewed awareness of unpaid carers
Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS) has renewed its drive to register all those who look after a family member, friend or neighbour in a bid to better target...
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The cost of living has risen steeply for years, and for many young adults the pressure is palpable. Maddison Reynolds spoke to some young Shetlanders about the unique challenges they face. shet.news/ranpy
‘Shocking’ housing situation and huge travel costs – the challenges of island life for young people
THE COST of living has risen steeply for years, and for many young adults the pressure is palpable. Maddison Reynolds spoke to some young Shetlanders about the...
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A new adventure business offering paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkelling in and around Brae has already started to make a splash. So who better to go and test out these aquatic activities than Shetland News’ very own non-swimmer Ryan Nicolson? shet.news/tdqai
‘Just give it a bash’ – Shetland News tests new paddle boarding experience in Brae
A NEW adventure business offering paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkelling in and around Brae has already started to make a splash. So who better to go and...
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Local tributes have been paid to King Harald V of Norway, who has died earlier today (Friday) in Oslo at the age of 89. Two Norwegian flags are flying at half-mast at the front of Lerwick Town Hall this afternoon. shet.news/ngk0t
Norway flags at half-mast as tributes paid to King Harald V
LOCAL tributes have been paid to King Harald V of Norway, who has died earlier today (Friday) in Oslo at the age of 89. Two Norwegian flags are flying at...
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A marine biology student has become the first recipient of a new studentship established in memory of the late Dr Ian Napier. shet.news/3z9vr
Hands-on experience for Anya in Ian Napier studentship
A SHETLAND marine biology student has become the first recipient of a new studentship established in memory of the late Dr Ian Napier. Anya Leslie, from...
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A fish processing company in Lerwick has been fined more than £450,000 after one of its employees suffered life-threatening injuries Pelagia Shetland pleaded guilty to health and safety failings after supervisor Curtis New became entangled in a palletiser machine on 10 October 2024. shet.news/vq2nm
Fish processing firm fined after worker suffers life-threatening injuries
A FISH processing company in Lerwick has been fined more than £450,000 after one of its employees suffered life-threatening injuries on the job. Pelagia...
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Around £1.3 million worth of improvement works could take place in Lerwick’s job centre building next year. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has applied for a building warrant to carry out internal refurbishments at Charlotte House in Lerwick. shet.news/g2jvp
DWP planning £1.3m refurbishment at Charlotte House
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) operates the job centre within the Lerwick building
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Views are being sought on the cruise tourism market in Shetland by consultants. They are seeking input from local businesses and organisations to estimate the economic impact of cruise ship visits, as well as challenges and opportunities for communities to maximise the benefits. shet.news/0hbwu
Views sought on benefits and pressures of cruise tourism in Shetland
VIEWS are being sought on the cruise tourism market in Shetland by consultants working for Shetland Islands Council. They are seeking input from local...
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The Association of Shetland Community Councils (ASCC) is set to keep pushing for a moratorium on new energy developments in Shetland following Saturday’s energy convention. shet.news/gaub9
ONE OF the most prolific voices in local journalism is to retire later this year after 33 years on the Shetland air waves. BBC Radio Shetland editor John Johnston has confirmed to Shetland News that he will host his last Good Evening Shetland programme on 9 October. shet.news/0lxta
‘Irreplaceable’ head of BBC Radio Shetland to retire in October
ONE OF the most prolific voices in local journalism is to retire later this year after 33 years on the Shetland air waves. BBC Radio Shetland editor John...
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Shetland's MP and MSP have stopped short of supporting a unified statement calling for a pause on new energy developments in the isles Both Alistair Carmichael and Hannah Mary Goodlad said that the document, which was started by a Highlands councillor, was not Shetland-centric enough shet.news/35qiw
Politicians stop short of backing energy moratorium and call for Shetland specific plan
SHETLAND’S MP and MSP have stopped short of supporting a unified statement calling for a pause on new energy developments in the isles. Both Alistair...
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SHETLAND’s sole representative at this year’s Parkinson’s Scottish International Open table tennis championships has returned to the isles with no trophies but a bag full of good memories. shet.news/c9xmu
No games won but huge praise for ‘pioneer for sport in Shetland’
SHETLAND’s sole representative at this year’s Parkinson’s Scottish International Open table tennis championships has returned to the isles with no...
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One of Shetland’s top darts talents has qualified for a national finals event in Buckinghamshire later this year Teenager Kyle Tait, who plays for Sandwick Arrows, has qualified for the ADC National Finals at Bradmoor Farm, Aylesbury, after some top performances at events in Lerwick shet.news/exz0q
Teenage darts talent Kyle Tait qualifies for national finals
Sandwick Arrows player seeking sponsorship for event in Buckinghamshire
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TINGWALL Kirk is set to get a new lease of life, and it will not be a religious one. If plans by new owner Farika Holden come to fruition, the kirk could become an assembly place to host exhibitions, photo book launches, artist talks, workshops and artist residencies. shet.news/y42if
Tingwall Kirk set to become a centre of photography
TINGWALL Kirk is set to get a new lease of life, and it will not be a religious one. If plans by new owner Farika Holden come to fruition, the kirk could...
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The owners of a stricken yacht that suffered a mast breakage 27 miles east of Shetland on Saturday have expressed their “sincere gratitude” to the Lerwick lifeboat crew. shet.news/8088f
Owners of demasted yacht thank Lerwick lifeboat for ‘swift and professional assistance’
THE OWNERS of a stricken yacht that suffered a mast breakage 27 miles east of Shetland on Saturday have expressed their “sincere gratitude” to the Lerwick...
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“Best job ever” is how Hannah Mary Goodlad sums up her double role as Shetland’s new MSP and the Scottish Government’s minister for public finance. It’s just about 100 days since she was elected as the isles’ first ever SNP representative. shet.news/y0f7s
An islander’s mindset at the heart of government
Three months after Shetland winning a seat at the government table, newly elected MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad finds space in her busy schedule to sit down and...
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A Lerwick woman is urging others to “advocate for themselves” after spending a decade being told a painful gynaecological condition was “just heavy periods”, writes Chloe Irvine. shet.news/cfd7b
‘You’re not alone’: woman keen to raise awareness after adenomyosis diagnosis
Kira Spofforth has opened about her battle with the painful condition and says ‘being able to advocate for yourself is so important’
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Residents from the Isleshavn care home are set to be “temporarily” transferred to other care settings due to staffing issues in Yell. shet.news/3gypp
Residents being decanted from Isleshavn care home due to staffing issues
RESIDENTS from the Isleshavn care home are set to be “temporarily” transferred to other care settings due to staffing issues in Yell. Shetland Islands...
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A campaign calling for greater support for local journalism in Scotland has gained cross-party backing at Holyrood, as an open letter supporting the proposals passes 100 signatures @scottishbeacon.bsky.social @lochsidepress.bsky.social @mareetodd.bsky.social shet.news/ijhob
MSPs back calls for a Scottish Local News Fund
A campaign calling for greater support for local journalism in Scotland has gained cross-party backing at Holyrood, as an open letter supporting the proposals...
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Islanders were able to enjoy as once in a generation solar eclipse on Wednesday evening despite extensive cloud cover on the wester horizon. Thanks to everybody who has send in photos of tonight's eclipse shet.news/v24w7
A local company has been granted planning permission to install two wind turbines on land south of Brae. EMN Plant Ltd is looking to build two 107-metre high turbines to the east of the Valleyfield Guest House on the Hill of Wethersta. shet.news/d38bb
Civil engineering firm approved to build two turbines to support the business
A LOCAL company has been granted planning permission to install two wind turbines on land south of Brae. EMN Plant Ltd is looking to build two 107-metre high...
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Direct flights between Sumburgh and Dundee will end in October, with Loganair also closing its base at Dundee airport. The airline said it had decided to close the base on Friday 23 October following a review of the long-term viability of the Dundee-London Heathrow route. shet.news/v1htc
Dundee-Sumburgh direct flights to end in October
DIRECT flights between Sumburgh and Dundee will end in October, with Loganair also closing its base at Dundee airport. The airline said it had decided to close...
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