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Operational note – Ferry Bookings systems
Due to essential maintenance on the server which operates both the online and telephone ferries booking systems, they will be unavailable for the following periods this week:
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Operational Note – Sandwick JHS and Dunrossness School closing early
Due to a widespread power outage in the South Mainland at the moment, Sandwick Junior High School and Dunrossness Primary School have been left without heating and communications.
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Local transport disruption as wind picks up
Strong winds are this morning causing disruption on local bus and ferry services as the tail of Storm Isha passes over the isles this morning.
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Warning of strong winds on Monday morning
Strong winds associated with Storm Isha are expected to cause some travel disruption on Monday morning, which may affect school transport and inter-island ferries.
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Weather update – Saturday 20th January
Road conditions across Shetland this morning are much improved, with temperatures rising and a thaw setting in but compacted snow in some areas may take time to clear.
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Weather updates – Friday 19th January
With the wintry weather in Shetland expected to continue for the next 24 hours, road conditions across the isles continue to be challenging.
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Drivers asked to delay road journeys
Drivers are asked to delay any road journeys this morning until gritting crews can clear roads affected by drifts caused by overnight snow and strong winds.
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Continued weather disruption – Friday 19th January 2024
All schools and ELC settings in Shetland will be CLOSED again to pupils and staff tomorrow – Friday 19th January, with the forecast of continued cold temperatures and further snow.
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UPDATED: Continued weather disruption – Thursday 18th January 2024
All schools and ELC settings in Shetland will be CLOSED to pupils and staff tomorrow – Thursday 18th January, with the forecast of continued cold temperatures and further snow.
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UPDATED: School closures – Wednesday 17th January 2024
With further snow expected and temperatures remaining near freezing, a decision has been taken that all schools and all ELC settings will be CLOSED to pupils and staff tomorrow – Wednesday 17th.
