https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Thu, 14 May 2026 15:38:21 +0000 Thu, 14 May 2026 15:38:21 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3929/sound-primary-school-pupils-take-steps-to-tackle-dog-fouling Signs designed by pupils at Sound Primary School have this week been placed around parts of Lerwick to raise awareness of dog fouling and encourage positive behaviour by dog owners.   Thu, 14 May 2026 12:49:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3928/employability-grant-scheme-launched A fund designed to remove barriers to employment in Shetland has been launched again this year with local organisations from public, third or private sector invited to apply within the next four weeks Tue, 12 May 2026 14:04:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3927/sessions-updating-islanders-on-potential-fixed-links A series of public drop-in session will be taking place later this month to update islanders on the ongoing work into future connectivity options. Tue, 12 May 2026 13:12:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3926/consultation-on-support-for-learning-review Shetland Islands Council’s Children’s Services is conducting a Support for Learning review. Tue, 12 May 2026 09:24:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3925/new-campaign-highlights-the-need-for-foster-carers-in-shetland Shetland Islands Council has launched a new campaign highlighting the real experiences of carers and young people across Shetland, as part of efforts to recruit more Foster Carers in Shetland. Mon, 11 May 2026 11:57:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3924/national-library-of-scotland-brings-centenary-tour-to-shetland-library Shetland Library is preparing to welcome staff from the National Library of Scotland next week, as part of a nationwide tour marking the organisation’s 100th anniversary. Mon, 04 May 2026 15:48:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3918/electoral-registration-reminder- Anyone not already registered to vote has just a week left to ensure they can take part in the forthcoming Scottish Parliamentary Election on Thursday 7th May.   Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:57:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3917/director-to-enter-phased-retirement-after-more-than-30-years-of-service-to-shetland-islands-council John Smith, the Council’s Director of Infrastructure Services, will begin a phased retirement in May following more than three decades of service to Shetland Islands Council. Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:09:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3916/council-consults-on-options-for-replacement-brae-pitch Shetland Islands Council is seeking the views of the community on the proposed replacement of the Brae community football pitch, as part of the wider plans for the future of Brae High School Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:51:00 +0100 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3915/council-to-start-surface-dressing-roads-soon Shetland Islands Council will soon begin the summer programme of surface dressing on the Shetland roads network.   Fri, 27 Mar 2026 13:12:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3914/poll-letters-for-may-election-delivered Poll letters have been delivered to voters in Shetland ahead of the Scottish Parliament Election to be held on Thursday 7th May 2026.     Fri, 27 Mar 2026 11:08:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3913/operational-note-north-haven-care-centre-brae-tues-17th-march Members of the public are asked to be aware of the likelihood of blue lights and emergency vehicle activity around North Haven Care Centre in Brae during a fire drill tomorrow evening (Tuesday 17th).  Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3912/new-bus-contracts-awarded-to-operate-from-august New public bus services have been announced today, incorporating service changes as a result of community feedback received on the future of the bus network. Mon, 16 Mar 2026 12:15:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3911/statement-convener Councillor Andrea Manson has asked us to confirm today that she has resigned her position as Convener with immediate effect. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:09:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3910/storage-and-charging-of-e-bikes-banned-on-council-premises Shetland Islands Council has introduced a ban on the indoor storage and charging of electrically powered bikes and scooters on its premises Tue, 10 Mar 2026 15:10:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3909/response-to-the-accounts-commission-best-value-audit-report-shetland-facing-134m-budget-gap- A reponse to the Accounts Commissions Best Value Audit report from Shetland Islands Council leader Emma Mcdonald. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 10:13:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3908/update-whalsay-and-bluemull-ferry-services We have now received an updated programme from the contractor undertaking drydock works on the ferry Geira.  This work is not now likely to be completed before early April.   Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:21:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3907/shetland-library-prepares-to-celebrate-world-book-day Shetland Library will celebrate World Book Day on Thursday 5th March with a programme of events to showcase the power of stories and encourage children and families rediscover the joy of reading. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:43:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3906/new-wildflower-sites-to-increase-biodiversity-in-lerwick Native Shetland wildflowers are to be introduced to two sites in Lerwick as part of a new project to boost biodiversity in the town. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:44:00 +0000 https://www.shetland.gov.uk/news/article/3905/care-day-2026- The ‘Care Day’ flag is flying above Lerwick Town Hall today as Shetland Islands Council shows its support for the world’s largest annual celebration of people with care experience.  Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:31:00 +0000