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Rules for short-term lets coming in the Autumn
Legislation introduced by the Scottish Government regarding the licensing of short-term lets is due to come into force on 1st October this year.
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Operational note – East Isle, Burra – Temporary road closure
The East Isle road, Burra, between North House and the Baptist Church, is to be temporarily closed from Monday 18th to Friday 29th July to allow for essential repairs to the road surface.
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McGhee steps down from Adoption Panel
George McGhee has stepped down as Chair of the Shetland Adoption and Fostering Panel last week after 27 years of voluntary service.
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Operational note - Ferry Account Card Information and Multi Journey Tickets
Important information for Ferry Account Card holders and those with Multi Journey Tickets.
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Operational note – Speed limit on Burra Bridge from 11th July
A temporary 20mph speed limit will be in place on the Burra Bridge from Monday 11th July, to allow for maintenance painting and replacement of parapet bolts.
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Operational note – Traffic count cameras
Shetland Islands Council will install traffic count cameras at four locations in the coming weeks, to record traffic movements.
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Lifestyle Survey reveals barriers to being active
A survey carried out in the summer of 2021 gathered over 1400 responses and revealed that locals face a variety of barriers to keeping active.
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Operational Note – Ferry Services, Bluemull Sound
Ferry Services on Bluemull Sound between Yell, Unst and Fetlar are currently operating at a much reduced capacity due to crew sickness and related absences.
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Cullivoe Primary School achieves Gold Rights Respecting School Award
Cullivoe Primary School in Yell has been reaccredited with a Gold Rights Respecting School Award from Unicef UK.
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Brae High School Pupils attend YPI National Event
Four S4 pupils recently travelled to Perth to represent Brae High School at the Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) National Event.
