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A woman with dark hair wearing a floral patterned shawl and black top smiles outdoors with greenery in the background.

‘Work to do’ still for Compass Centre as charity prepares to celebrate 10 years

Sexual violence ‘still an issue here’, managing director says

18 February 2026

The Meraviglia in Lerwick this summer. Photo: LPA

Cruise tourism event planned ahead of another busy season

18 February 2026

A large blue and white cargo ship sails on a body of water, with grasslands and cloudy skies in the background.

Daggri makes return after spending last two weeks out of service

18 February 2026

A caucasian woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a navy blazer and floral blouse, smiles gently, sitting in an office with blinds and plants in the background.

Council was not ‘repeatedly briefed’ about SRT finances, chief executive says

17 February 2026

‘Not in best interests’ of charity behind Hillswick Shop to continue funding long-term

17 February 2026

Emergency services attend two-vehicle crash near Scalloway

17 February 2026

Council tax rise of 7.3 per cent suggested – but final decision rests with elected members

17 February 2026

Fair Isle ferry build on schedule but concerns about slipway delays

17 February 2026

A large, rectangular conference table with black chairs and individual monitors displaying a crest, located in a well-lit room with several wall-mounted screens and a stained glass window in the background.

‘Tug of war’ between sustainability and services as savings options mooted

17 February 2026

A group of people posing for a photo in a modern office lobby with banners displaying the text "levelling up.

UK Government calls time on islands forum

17 February 2026

A stone wall with a circular blue sign reads "Scalloway Pool." A modern building and grassy area are visible in the background.

Charitable trust told ‘seriousness’ of SRT’s financial outlook before Scalloway closure

Recreational trust said it received just eight per cent of asked 14 per cent pay uplift

16 February 2026

Air Discount Scheme extended until at least March 2027

16 February 2026

Future of loss-making Hillswick Shop to be discussed at public meeting

16 February 2026

Health board and council under scrutiny for FOI response times

16 February 2026

Sporting round-up 16 February

16 February 2026

First SIC budget gets an airing amid warning over rising costs

16 February 2026

Data analysis work to give clearer picture on psychological therapy demand

16 February 2026

Looking back on the week: Scalloway pool, ferry frustrations and Sullom Voe concerns

15 February 2026

A teacher helps a student at their desk in a classroom with a chalkboard showing geometric shapes in the background.

‘Grow your own’ teaching scheme proves a success for SIC

15 February 2026

A large blue and white cargo ship sails on a body of water, with grasslands and cloudy skies in the background.

No suitable second-hand ferries found by SIC on market to date

14 February 2026

Family at the forefront as Uyeasound Up Helly Aa gets underway

13 February 2026

Single-story modern building with a curved roof, stone and white walls, a black door, and a ramp; grass and a lamppost in the foreground.

Close Scalloway or face insolvency – SRT says pool closure was ‘least-worst decision’

Recreational trust says Scalloway pool needs £1.2m refurbishment works in the near to medium term

13 February 2026

Council expects ‘high demand’ as it unveils new mid-market rental flats in Lerwick

Hopes the project will be first of many across Shetland in bid to tackle accommodation backlog

13 February 2026

Glasgow falls for Shetland as Hounds of Love music event storms Shawlands

13 February 2026

Sullom Voe oil terminal's power plant breached sulphur dioxide levels in late 2015. Photo courtesy of BP

University denies Sullom Voe research is shaped by corporate interests

13 February 2026

Watch: rare sight as five planes spotted flying over Shetland

13 February 2026

A road sign reads "Welcome to Sullom Voe Terminal. Please drive carefully" next to a 30 mph speed limit sign. Industrial tanks and a vehicle are visible in the background.

Nugent speaks out for continued oil production, while Macdonald warns of job losses should Clair extension not go ahead

13 February 2026

MSP says value of proposed rural and island housing fund seems ‘desperately low’

13 February 2026

Fishing concern as large salmon farm receives planning consent

There have been a range of reactions to news that Scottish Sea Farms’ 6,000 tonne Fish Holm development has received planning approval

12 February 2026

A large naval warship is docked at a pier during dusk, with cloudy skies and water reflecting the evening light.

Shetland’s strategic relevance grows while defence relies on surveillance, early warning and rapid response

12 February 2026

Lerwick Sheriff Court.

Mossbank man ordered to pay victim £1,500 for dental repairs after assault

12 February 2026

A single-story building with a gray metal roof and blue doors, labeled "South Nesting Public Hall, Gummanar Hall," with recycling bins and a wheelchair ramp in front.

Budget passed, South Nesting hall funding and more …

12 February 2026

•Also in the news

Green candidate dismisses SVT report as ‘brazen attempt’ to shore up support for ‘speculative’ project

12 February 2026

A large building with cars parked in front of it.

‘Step change’ required for SIC to reach financial sustainability, audit report says

12 February 2026

A blue and white ship named "BIGGA" is sailing near a rocky shore with hills in the background. There is a wind turbine visible on the hill.

Ferry frustrations continue as Unst briefly cut off on Thursday morning

12 February 2026

A police car with bilingual “Police/Poileas” markings is parked by a waterfront at night, with town lights reflected on the water in the background.

Visiting road policing officers detect number of offences

12 February 2026

Aerial view of a rocky coastline with cliffs, green fields, scattered buildings, and winding roads surrounded by the sea under a partly cloudy sky.

Updated

Space company behind plans to launch satellite from Unst to enter administration

SaxaVord says news will have ‘very little impact’ on spaceport

11 February 2026

‘Urgent’ Sullom Voe transition away from oil and gas needed to save hundreds of jobs, energy centre says

11 February 2026

Modern, two-story building with wood and glass exterior, gray roof, and large windows, surrounded by green grass and trees on a sunny day.

SIC decides against banning mobile phones in schools

11 February 2026

A stone civic building with a pointed roof, labeled "SOUTH RONALDSAY TOWN HALL," featuring chimneys, multiple windows, and a flagpole nearby, situated in a coastal town.

Man told to pay £1,000 compensation after assault

11 February 2026

Pelagic agreement, letterpress exhibition and more …

11 February 2026

•Also in the news

A ferry with its loading ramp lowered docking at a port. The front of the ferry is open, revealing the interior vehicle deck. The port area has yellow railings and a docking structure.

‘Incredibly disruptive’: Frustration in North Isles about ferries and roadworks

11 February 2026

Man sentenced for possession of child sexual images

11 February 2026

Bronze plaque with the text "sheriff court" beneath a relief of a coat of arms flanked by two heraldic beasts.

Court round-up 11 February

11 February 2026

Burgess crowned champion after show of sportsmanship in table tennis final

11 February 2026

A group of wind turbines on a hill.

A chance to share your view on green energy projects

11 February 2026

Landowner encourages residents to participate in Muckle Roe community buy-out

10 February 2026

A hospital building with scaffolding on one side, several parked cars, and a road sign pointing left that reads "Hospital.

High level of delayed discharges remains ‘really challenging’

10 February 2026

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