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Support for businesses – Shetland Islands COVID-19 Discretionary Fund
The second phase of the Shetland Islands COVID-19 Discretionary Fund is open to applications till 13th December.
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New MSYPs for Shetland
Two new Members for Shetland on the Scottish Youth Parliament have been returned unopposed.
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Option now available to receive your Council Tax bill by email
You can now sign up to receive your Council Tax bill by email. E-billing provides a faster, more efficient and convenient way to receive and check your bills.
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Free bus and ferry travel for those receiving booster vaccinations
Anyone attending appointments for Covid-19 booster vaccinations in the coming months will be able to travel free on public buses and inter-island ferries.
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Who stands for the Council? – It’s women like you
As part of the drive to encourage more people to stand for the Council in next year’s elections, a special event is being held later this month focussing specifically on opportunities for women.
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Shetland Library set to reopen
After moving out of the nearby former St Ringan’s Church, Shetland Library will reopen to the public, with a ‘soft opening’ on Monday 15th November at 10am.
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Lerwick Town Hall and AHS to mark ‘Poppy 100’
Lerwick Town Hall and Anderson High School will this week be marking the centenary of the Poppy as a symbol of Remembrance.
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Living Well Hub opens in Brae
The Living Well Hub opened in Brae earlier this week, offering a drop-in service for anyone who needs to find out more about local support options.
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Staying safe with fireworks
With bonfire night approaching, anyone thinking of buying and using fireworks is urged to do so safely.
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Climate Conversation logo competition
Shetland Islands Council has launched a competition open to pupils in all secondary schools across the isles to design a new logo for the Shetland Climate Conversation.