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Citizens Advice and Trading Standards working to protect consumers
Partnership working with the local Citizens Advice Bureau will enable Shetland Islands Council’s Trading Standards team to install a further 25 free call blockers for people at risk of financial harm.
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Operational note – Road closure at Garderhouse
The ongoing work to replace new safety barriers on the B9071 at Garderhouse will mean the continued closure of the road till Friday 26th September.
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Consultation on Northern Isles Ferry Services
Transport Scotland has today opened a consultation on the next contract for the Northern Isles Ferry Services (NIFS) which expires on 30 June 2028.
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Operational Note: A970, Grutness – Road closure
The southernmost point of the A970 at Grutness will be closed to all traffic tomorrow, Tuesday 22nd July, to allow work to lay a duct underneath the road, before resurfacing work.
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Telecare users urged to test alarms regularly
Shetland Islands Council is urging anyone with personal telecare alarms to make sure that they are tested monthly to ensure that the devices still work.
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New pilot scheme aims to open the door to careers in Care in Shetland
Shetland Islands Council has launched a new recruitment pilot scheme aimed at making it easier for people without formal qualifications or previous experience to access jobs in care across the isles.
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Brae High School Unveils New Logo
Brae High School has unveiled its new school logo, created through a collaborative design process led by pupils and shaped by the views of pupils, parents and staff.
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Winners revealed for Climate Change Creative Competition
The winners have been announced for Shetland Islands Council’s first Climate Change Creative Competition.
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Bus timetable changes during Dales Lees road closure
There will be changes to some public bus times from next month, to help maintain ferry and bus connections for residents of Yell, Unst and Fetlar during essential road works in the North Mainland.
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Operational Note – Cullivoe Road contract awarded
Shetland Islands Council has today announced the award of the works contract to build the new B9082 Gutcher to Cullivoe road in North Yell.
