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Public Notice - Best Value Assurance Report
Statement from Shetland Islands Council in response to the findings of the Accounts Commission for Scotland, published on 5 March 2026
Could you offer a stable home to a child in need? — Shetland urgently needs more foster carers
Watch and read real fostering stories from across Shetland and find out how ordinary people make a difference.
Inter-Island Transport Connectivity Project Drop-In Sessions
Hear the latest about the project, ask our team questions and share your views
Latest news
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Shetland begins work on next 15-year Partnership Plan
Around 70 people from Shetland’s public sector, community councils and development groups will meet to begin shaping the next Shetland Partnership Plan, guiding the islands from 2028/29.
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Blue-green Algae – Aithsness Loch, Aith
Shetland Islands Council’s Environmental Health service has received notification that Blue Green Algae is present in the Aithsness Loch.
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Performance zone, repair café and practical advice for this year’s Shetland Climate Festival
Performance zone, repair café and practical advice for this year’s Shetland Climate Festival
Local Democracy
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Councillors
This Council is made up of 23 elected Members from seven wards across Shetland.
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Council Meetings
Meetings of the Council and its committees are now held in St Ringans, Lerwick, and all meetings are open to the public and are recorded and published online.
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Council Decisions
This page shows the latest decisions taken by the Council and Committees
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Elections
Elections and registering to vote


