Yell ferry disruptions

Shetland News @shetnews

6 January 2016 11:41

Link copiedCopied

0 Shares

COMMUTERS from the north isles were facing misery on Wednesday morning after the linkspan at the Ulsta ferry terminal developed a fault.

Currently the inter-island ferry service across Yell Sound is down to one ferry carrying foot passengers only.

A spokesman for the Shetland Islands Council said that engineers were working on replacing parts in the hydraulics of the linkspan and were hopeful to get it repaired later in the day.

Keep Shetland’s news open to everyone

Your membership helps us report the stories that matter to Shetland — and keep them free for everyone to read.

Become a member

Already a member? Sign in.

Emblem with two spark plugs and a battery, labeled "autolec," on a diamond plate background.

Advertisement for autolec's automobile starters and alternators with contact information.

Sign up for our Newsletters

Stay in the loop with newsletters tailored to your interests. Whether you're looking for daily updates, weekly highlights, or updates on jobs or property, you can choose exactly what you want to receive.