Future Sumburgh helicopter type lands in Lerwick
Meanwhile a Bristow representative says it was a ‘difficult decision’ for the company to end the festive flight
Community safety and resilience board chairman Allison Duncan said some firefighters are working in ‘atrocious conditions’ and has threatened to raise the issue with the Health and Safety Executive
The coastguard said all crew are ‘safe and well’
Police reiterate advice to motorist to take extra care during the cold snap
New cutting equipment and thermal imaging cameras are also in line for appliances – but there are financial challenges ahead for the service
The coastguard said it was an ‘extraordinarily difficult rescue’
Councillor Allison Duncan reiterates his call for a local emergency call centre
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System will offer alternative ways of accessing out-of-hours treatment