Winter Weather – Wed 20th November 2024

banner saying some schools are closed - 20 Nov 2024

Due to continued snowfall and difficult road conditions in places, some schools will remain closed today and there is some disruption to school bus transport. 

Aith Junior High School and Happyhansel Primary School are CLOSED today, although all other schools are open.

There are some cancellations to school transport in the North and West Mainland.  Parents are asked to check the School Bus Voicebank for the latest transport updates on 01595 745743.  

The Public Bus Voicebank also has the latest on public bus services on 01595 745744.

Parents and carers should make decisions about whether it is safe to travel, based on local road conditions and the distance to school.  

The Met Office has a Yellow Warning of Snow and Ice for the North of Scotland, including Shetland, which is valid until 1000hrs today.  Conditions will remain cold and wintry across Shetland for the next couple of days. 

Published: 20th November 2024