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Operational Note: Public toilets - Lerwick
From Monday 7th June, the opening hours of the public toilets at Harbour House in Lerwick are to be extended, to open from 8am to 9pm daily, seven days a week.
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Businesses urged to make views known about covid support and future prospects
Shetland Islands Council has launched a consultation seeking views on financial support from Government during the pandemic and on future business prospects for island businesses.
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£500 Social Care Thank You Payment
In November, 2020, the Scottish Government announced a one-off £500 pro rata payment for health and social care staff working on the frontline throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
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Shetland Islands Council statement on final proposals for Councillor numbers and wards
Council Convener, Malcolm Bell: “The Council engaged with Boundaries Scotland’s consultation that took place in 2019 and I note the final proposals that are being put forward to Scottish Ministers.
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Maintaining Memorials in a Safe Condition
Families are reminded that they need to contact a stonemason who has been approved by the Council to complete repairs on memorials which have a safety notice, or have been braced with wooden supports.
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Patcher back for road repairs
Single track roads in Shetland will be targeted for road repairs using a specialist vehicle in the coming month.
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Council seeks “Climate Conversation” with community
Shetland Islands Council is inviting responses to an online survey on tackling climate change.
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Protecting Children in Shetland
The safety of Shetland’s children and young people is the top priority of the Shetland Public Protection Committee, which works to promote their safety and wellbeing with all relevant agencies.
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Operational note: Skerries linkspan successfully replaced this week
The linkspan at Skerries Ferry Terminal has been replaced this week by local contractors Malakoff Limited, working for Shetland Islands Council.
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Shetland schools achieve ‘Food for Life’ Award
Shetland Islands Council has been recognised for the quality of its school meals with a Bronze ‘Food for Life’ Award.
