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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 18h

A RISE in abuse against NHS Shetland staff has led to a new security group forming to tackle violence and aggression. The health board recorded 70 incidents of abuse between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2026, 16 of which were physical, figures obtained through a FOI request show. shet.news/qr93p

‘Appalling’ rise in abuse against NHS Shetland staff condemned

New security group set up to tackle violence and aggression

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 05/10/2026

THE UK birding scene was set alight last Thursday morning when local birdwatcher Hugh Harrop discovered Britain’s fifth-ever sighting of a Siberian blue robin in his garden. It was also only the seventh ever sighting recorded in Europe. shet.news/gj536

‘Holy grail moment’ as rare Siberian blue robin touches down in birdwatcher’s garden

THE UK birding scene was set alight last Thursday morning when local birdwatcher Hugh Harrop discovered Britain’s fifth-ever sighting of a Siberian blue...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 02/10/2026

We felt the need for yet another editorial: shet.news/p8ihz

Appalling online attacks on lifeboat volunteers will not be tolerated

IT IS a sad reflection of the times we live in when it becomes necessary to moderate and restrict comments on a simple ‘lifeboat towing in stricken yacht’...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 01/10/2026

German space company HyImpulse has confirmed it is planning a first European sub-orbital launch from SaxaVord Spaceport in spring next year. The confirmation comes after the company received its UK launch operator licence from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). shet.news/a6zt4

HyImpulse ready for first suborbital flight from UK by spring next year

Company continues to work with SaxaVord Spaceport and the Civil Aviation Authority after receiving launch licence

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 30/09/2026

A driver who was three times over the alcohol limit more than four hours after crashing his car has been banned from the road. Cameron Mullay, 45, admitted to driving with 173 milligrams of alcohol in 100ml of blood on 1 April this year on the B9075 road at South Nesting. shet.news/oeaez

Drink-driver banned after overturning car in crash

A DRIVER who was three times over the alcohol limit more than four hours after crashing his car has been banned from the road. Cameron Mullay, 45, admitted to...

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 30/09/2026

Business giant Amazon has agreed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with Statkraft for the Mossy Hill wind farm on the outskirts of Lerwick. Amazon has agreed to take the generation of 36MW of renewable electricity from the wind farm, which is expected to become operational in 2030. shet.news/3ef5z

Amazon agrees deal with Statkraft over Mossy Hill wind farm

Amazon has agreed to take the generation of 36MW of renewable electricity

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 29/09/2026

Lerwick’s new sheriff Jennifer Gear says she is “ecstatic and honoured” to take up the appointment. Shetland’s first female sheriff was speaking at a welcome event at Lerwick Sheriff Court on Tuesday morning. shet.news/9jndv

Warm welcome for ‘trailblazing’ new sheriff

LERWICK’s new sheriff Jennifer Gear says she is “ecstatic and honoured” to take up the appointment. Shetland’s first female sheriff was speaking at a...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 29/09/2026

Local people concerned about their heart health can now access private cardiac diagnostic testing in Lerwick through Island Heart Clinic. Cardiac physiologist Sean Thuis opened the clinic in the Toll Clock shopping centre earlier this summer. shet.news/lscr3

Private cardiac diagnostic clinic opens in Lerwick

Local people concerned about their heart health can now access private cardiac diagnostic testing in Lerwick through Island Heart Clinic. Cardiac physiologist...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 28/09/2026

Shetland Wool Week returned with a flourish on Sunday, with more than 600 people attending the festival’s packed opening ceremony at Clickimin. Shetland Amenity Trust heritage manager Jacqui Birnie hosted the event, and introduced 2026 patron Helen Robertson to the stage. shet.news/klj58

‘You show us the value of what we have’ – Wool Week launches for 17th year

Guests from Canada and USA make long trip across

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 28/09/2026

A rare chance has emerged for someone to buy one of Shetland’s uninhabited islands. The island of Hildasay, located off Scalloway, is being sold for offers over £350,000. shet.news/gxhxl

Island up for grabs as Hildasay goes on the market

A RARE chance has emerged for someone to buy one of Shetland’s uninhabited islands. The island of Hildasay, located off Scalloway, is being sold for offers...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 26/09/2026

A rare chance has emerged for someone to buy one of Shetland’s uninhabited islands. The island of Hildasay, located off Scalloway, is being sold for offers over £350,000. shet.news/gxhxl

Island up for grabs as Hildasay goes on the market

A RARE chance has emerged for someone to buy one of Shetland’s uninhabited islands. The island of Hildasay, located off Scalloway, is being sold for offers...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 23/09/2026

A tunnel to Yell has been picked as the priority – with the Scottish Government pledging £23m over the coming years for pre-construction work shet.news/ko346

Councillors take another step towards tunnels

A tunnel to Yell has been picked as the priority – with the Scottish Government pledging £23m over the coming years for pre-construction work

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 23/09/2026

THE HIGH cost and slow speed of re-building the UK’s energy network to link wind farms with centres of population are set to make many of these projects uneconomic. That is the view of Emeritus Professor David Newbery, a specialist on the regulation of electricity markets. shet.news/caee5

Radical planning reform needed to tackle constraints, Cambridge professor says

THE HIGH cost and slow speed of re-building the UK’s energy network to link wind farms with centres of population are set to make many of these projects...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 22/09/2026

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 20/09/2026

A CHARITY supporting people affected by crime is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a fundraising dinner later this month. Space2face is an independent restoratives practices and arts charity that gives people affected by crime the opportunity to help restore the harm caused. shet.news/aoiz9

Space2face charity invites community to join them for anniversary dinner

A CHARITY supporting people affected by conflict, crime and harm is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a fundraising dinner later this month. Space2face is...

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 19/09/2026

A POSSIBLE ordnance device has been discovered at the rear of the Lerwick Town Hall. The device was found at around 6pm on Friday night, with emergency services in attendance and a police cordon in place. shet.news/xackz

Suspected ordnance device found behind Lerwick Town Hall

People are asked to avoid the area

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 18/09/2026

Shetland's MSP has been named “one to watch” in Holyrood at an awards ceremony this week. Hannah Mary Goodlad won the award at the Holyrood magazine’s political awards on Thursday, beating fellow MSPs Joe Fagan and Jenny Young. shet.news/gw8y7

Hannah Mary Goodlad named ‘one to watch’ at Holyrood awards

SHETLAND’S MSP has been named “one to watch” in Holyrood at an awards ceremony this week. Hannah Mary Goodlad won the award at the Holyrood magazine’s...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 18/09/2026

Lerwick being named the UK town of culture could inspire young people to pursue careers in the arts over the next decade. That is the view of Mhari McLeman, who is a community liaison for the Lerwick 28 bid – which was launched on Wednesday afternoon. shet.news/zjhgi

‘We’re in it to win it’ – town of culture could encourage Shetlanders to pursue arts careers

Lerwick 28 bid seeking as many responses to survey as possible

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 17/09/2026

A tunnel to Yell should be the priority for Shetland’s inter-island transport connectivity programme, councillors will hear next week. Consultants Stantec will recommend that a Yell tunnel is built ahead of other fixed links options and is prioritised ahead of a tunnel to Unst. shet.news/4a76o

Yell tunnel should be top priority, council consultants recommend

Councillors will be told it could cost £525 million

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 17/09/2026

IT IS “not clear” how the ScotGov has used £96m of ScotWind funding to support the transition to net zero. That is the damning assessment of Audit Scotland, which says the ScotGov “needs to be more transparent” about how it will use £755m raised through the ScotWind leasing round. shet.news/glhz7

Scottish Government accused of lack of transparency over plans for £755m ScotWind funds

Audit Scotland says it is ‘not clear’ how £96m used has supported net zero transition

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 16/09/2026

In this Viewpoint contribution, Danny Parker of Delting comments on the power imbalance between local and central governments, and what needs to happen next shet.news/81l69

Time for a fresh dawn

In this Viewpoint contribution, Danny Parker of Delting comments on the power imbalance between local and central governments, and what needs to happen next

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 16/09/2026

FOLK IN Shetland are being encouraged to help shape Lerwick’s bid to be the UK’s first ever town of culture. Lerwick is one of just 15 towns shortlisted from nearly 400 applicants, with the Lerwick 28 bid being launched today (Wednesday). shet.news/n1k11

Lerwick’s bid to be 2028 town of culture launches

Public encouraged to take part in survey to shape bid

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 15/09/2026

Editorial: Shetland News believes local incidents matter to local people and is calling on Police Scotland to improve communications. It comes after a series of stonewalls from the national media team following recent incidents. Please take the time to read (and share) our editorial shet.news/bd3px

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 15/09/2026

IT IS “Scotland’s right to decide” whether to become an independent country – and “no-one else’s”. MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad made those comments after first minister John Swinney called for a second Scottish independence referendum by 2031 on Monday. shet.news/uh54c

Scotland has right to decide on independence, MSP Goodlad says

IT IS "Scotland’s right to decide" whether to become an independent country – and "no-one else’s". MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad made those comments after...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 15/09/2026

Tribute: Shetland's fishing community is mourning the loss of “one of its greatest leaders” after the death of Leslie Tait MBE. Shetland Fishermen’s Association (SFA) said that the 74-year old’s life had been one of “utmost dedication to the industry”. shet.news/nwwiq

‘Our memories could not be fonder’ – fishing community mourns Leslie Tait

SHETLAND’S fishing community is mourning the loss of “one of its greatest leaders” after the death of Leslie Tait MBE. Shetland Fishermen’s Association...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 14/09/2026

“I LOVE a challenge,” says recently departed Shetland Amenity Trust chair Alison Moncrieff as she reflects on her time with the charity. “If I didn’t, I wouldn’t have been there for eight years.” shet.news/xrg11

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 04/09/2026

Usually the cycling social media phenomenon Daniel Gear is the one dishing out the “10 oota 10” ratings. But this week Gear’s work to promote safe overtaking of cyclists has earned him a 10/10 score – from police chief Chris Sewell. shet.news/m4mhw

10 oota 10 – police chief praises Daniel Gear for making roads ‘safer in a humorous way’

USUALLY the cycling social media phenomenon Daniel Gear is the one dishing out the "10 oota 10" ratings. But this week Gear’s work to promote safe overtaking...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 03/09/2026

The Maritime and Coastguard Agency could be reported to the Health and Safety Executive over the state of coastguard stations Councillor Allison Duncan has threatened to make the complaint in response to the Sumburgh, Walls and Mid Yell stations having no working toilets or showers. shet.news/ppsfa

Councillor threatens to report state of three coastguard stations

THE MARITIME and Coastguard Agency (MCA) could be reported to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) over the state of three Shetland coastguard stations....

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 03/09/2026

Drugs are being sent to Shetland hidden in everything from candles to paint tins, police have said. Area commander Chris Sewell said suppliers were constantly trying new ways to get drugs up to the isles and beyond sniffer dogs. shet.news/yk3ja

Candles, paint tins and Milk Tray boxes – how drugs are sent to Shetland

DRUGS are being sent to Shetland hidden in everything from candles to paint tins, police have said. Area commander Chris Sewell said suppliers were constantly...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 01/09/2026

ViewPoint: Co-author of Shaetlan – A young language wi aald røts, Roy Mullay, responds to a recent Sunday Times article which discusses his and professor Viveka Velupillai’s work without having spoken to either of them. This Viewpoint contribution is in Shaetlan and in English. shet.news/yea4q

Shaetlan (an wis) under attack

Co-author of Shaetlan – A young language wi aald røts, Roy Mullay, responds to a recent Sunday Times article which discusses his and professor Viveka...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 01/09/2026

Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS) has renewed its drive to register all those who look after a family member, friend or neighbour in a bid to better target help and support. shet.news/2k371

Local carers’ charity raises renewed awareness of unpaid carers

Shetland Care Attendant Scheme (SCAS) has renewed its drive to register all those who look after a family member, friend or neighbour in a bid to better target...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 29/08/2026

The cost of living has risen steeply for years, and for many young adults the pressure is palpable. Maddison Reynolds spoke to some young Shetlanders about the unique challenges they face. shet.news/ranpy

‘Shocking’ housing situation and huge travel costs – the challenges of island life for young people

THE COST of living has risen steeply for years, and for many young adults the pressure is palpable. Maddison Reynolds spoke to some young Shetlanders about the...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 28/08/2026

A new adventure business offering paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkelling in and around Brae has already started to make a splash. So who better to go and test out these aquatic activities than Shetland News’ very own non-swimmer Ryan Nicolson? shet.news/tdqai

‘Just give it a bash’ – Shetland News tests new paddle boarding experience in Brae

A NEW adventure business offering paddle boarding, kayaking and snorkelling in and around Brae has already started to make a splash. So who better to go and...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 28/08/2026

Local tributes have been paid to King Harald V of Norway, who has died earlier today (Friday) in Oslo at the age of 89. Two Norwegian flags are flying at half-mast at the front of Lerwick Town Hall this afternoon. shet.news/ngk0t

Norway flags at half-mast as tributes paid to King Harald V

LOCAL tributes have been paid to King Harald V of Norway, who has died earlier today (Friday) in Oslo at the age of 89. Two Norwegian flags are flying at...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 28/08/2026

A marine biology student has become the first recipient of a new studentship established in memory of the late Dr Ian Napier. shet.news/3z9vr

Hands-on experience for Anya in Ian Napier studentship

A SHETLAND marine biology student has become the first recipient of a new studentship established in memory of the late Dr Ian Napier. Anya Leslie, from...

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 26/08/2026

A fish processing company in Lerwick has been fined more than £450,000 after one of its employees suffered life-threatening injuries Pelagia Shetland pleaded guilty to health and safety failings after supervisor Curtis New became entangled in a palletiser machine on 10 October 2024. shet.news/vq2nm

Fish processing firm fined after worker suffers life-threatening injuries

A FISH processing company in Lerwick has been fined more than £450,000 after one of its employees suffered life-threatening injuries on the job. Pelagia...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 26/08/2026

Around £1.3 million worth of improvement works could take place in Lerwick’s job centre building next year. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has applied for a building warrant to carry out internal refurbishments at Charlotte House in Lerwick. shet.news/g2jvp

DWP planning £1.3m refurbishment at Charlotte House

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) operates the job centre within the Lerwick building

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 25/08/2026

Views are being sought on the cruise tourism market in Shetland by consultants. They are seeking input from local businesses and organisations to estimate the economic impact of cruise ship visits, as well as challenges and opportunities for communities to maximise the benefits. shet.news/0hbwu

Views sought on benefits and pressures of cruise tourism in Shetland

VIEWS are being sought on the cruise tourism market in Shetland by consultants working for Shetland Islands Council. They are seeking input from local...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 24/08/2026

The Association of Shetland Community Councils (ASCC) is set to keep pushing for a moratorium on new energy developments in Shetland following Saturday’s energy convention. shet.news/gaub9

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Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 24/08/2026

ONE OF the most prolific voices in local journalism is to retire later this year after 33 years on the Shetland air waves. BBC Radio Shetland editor John Johnston has confirmed to Shetland News that he will host his last Good Evening Shetland programme on 9 October. shet.news/0lxta

‘Irreplaceable’ head of BBC Radio Shetland to retire in October

ONE OF the most prolific voices in local journalism is to retire later this year after 33 years on the Shetland air waves. BBC Radio Shetland editor John...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 22/08/2026

Shetland's MP and MSP have stopped short of supporting a unified statement calling for a pause on new energy developments in the isles Both Alistair Carmichael and Hannah Mary Goodlad said that the document, which was started by a Highlands councillor, was not Shetland-centric enough shet.news/35qiw

Politicians stop short of backing energy moratorium and call for Shetland specific plan

SHETLAND’S MP and MSP have stopped short of supporting a unified statement calling for a pause on new energy developments in the isles. Both Alistair...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 21/08/2026

SHETLAND’s sole representative at this year’s Parkinson’s Scottish International Open table tennis championships has returned to the isles with no trophies but a bag full of good memories. shet.news/c9xmu

No games won but huge praise for ‘pioneer for sport in Shetland’

SHETLAND’s sole representative at this year’s Parkinson’s Scottish International Open table tennis championships has returned to the isles with no...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 20/08/2026

One of Shetland’s top darts talents has qualified for a national finals event in Buckinghamshire later this year Teenager Kyle Tait, who plays for Sandwick Arrows, has qualified for the ADC National Finals at Bradmoor Farm, Aylesbury, after some top performances at events in Lerwick shet.news/exz0q

Teenage darts talent Kyle Tait qualifies for national finals

Sandwick Arrows player seeking sponsorship for event in Buckinghamshire

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 19/08/2026

TINGWALL Kirk is set to get a new lease of life, and it will not be a religious one. If plans by new owner Farika Holden come to fruition, the kirk could become an assembly place to host exhibitions, photo book launches, artist talks, workshops and artist residencies. shet.news/y42if

Tingwall Kirk set to become a centre of photography

TINGWALL Kirk is set to get a new lease of life, and it will not be a religious one. If plans by new owner Farika Holden come to fruition, the kirk could...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 18/08/2026

The owners of a stricken yacht that suffered a mast breakage 27 miles east of Shetland on Saturday have expressed their “sincere gratitude” to the Lerwick lifeboat crew. shet.news/8088f

Owners of demasted yacht thank Lerwick lifeboat for ‘swift and professional assistance’

THE OWNERS of a stricken yacht that suffered a mast breakage 27 miles east of Shetland on Saturday have expressed their “sincere gratitude” to the Lerwick...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 17/08/2026

“Best job ever” is how Hannah Mary Goodlad sums up her double role as Shetland’s new MSP and the Scottish Government’s minister for public finance. It’s just about 100 days since she was elected as the isles’ first ever SNP representative. shet.news/y0f7s

An islander’s mindset at the heart of government

Three months after Shetland winning a seat at the government table, newly elected MSP Hannah Mary Goodlad finds space in her busy schedule to sit down and...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 14/08/2026

A Lerwick woman is urging others to “advocate for themselves” after spending a decade being told a painful gynaecological condition was “just heavy periods”, writes Chloe Irvine. shet.news/cfd7b

‘You’re not alone’: woman keen to raise awareness after adenomyosis diagnosis

Kira Spofforth has opened about her battle with the painful condition and says ‘being able to advocate for yourself is so important’

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 13/08/2026

Residents from the Isleshavn care home are set to be “temporarily” transferred to other care settings due to staffing issues in Yell. shet.news/3gypp

Residents being decanted from Isleshavn care home due to staffing issues

RESIDENTS from the Isleshavn care home are set to be “temporarily” transferred to other care settings due to staffing issues in Yell. Shetland Islands...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 13/08/2026

A campaign calling for greater support for local journalism in Scotland has gained cross-party backing at Holyrood, as an open letter supporting the proposals passes 100 signatures @scottishbeacon.bsky.social @lochsidepress.bsky.social @mareetodd.bsky.social shet.news/ijhob

MSPs back calls for a Scottish Local News Fund

A campaign calling for greater support for local journalism in Scotland has gained cross-party backing at Holyrood, as an open letter supporting the proposals...

Shetland News @shetnews.co.uk · 12/08/2026

Islanders were able to enjoy as once in a generation solar eclipse on Wednesday evening despite extensive cloud cover on the wester horizon. Thanks to everybody who has send in photos of tonight's eclipse shet.news/v24w7