Robina Barton News Today

AN EVENT is taking place in Lerwick next month to support anyone who needs help with the upcoming changes to way NorthLink concessionary ferry vouchers are issued. The session is taking place at the Lerwick Library on 13 March between 10am and 1pm. As previously reported,...

A FEASIBILITY study into a possible cycle route between Scalloway and Tingwall is set to be carried out. It is taking precedence over a previously announced study on a possible route between Lerwick and Tingwall, on request of the Scalloway Community Development Company (SCDC)....

A NEW film which brings to life the story of 18th century inoculation pioneer and Shetland crofter Johnnie Notions has been launched by the Shetland Museum and Archives. Together with local film-makers JJ Jamieson and Liz Musser, the museum has created a short film to celebrate...

NORTHLINK has warned that its southbound sailing tonight (Wednesday) could be up to two hours late arriving due to the expected sea height and tide levels off Aberdeen. Meanwhile the freight vessel Helliar in her journey north will not call at Kirkwall due to the weather...

THERE were some differing views in Shetland’s council chamber on Monday regarding a bid to change maximum age limits of taxis amid concern some operators are struggling to afford new vehicles. The proposal which went in front of members of Shetland Islands Council’s policy...

Looser taxi regulations could see standards slip to those seen in Orkney, a councillor has warned.

Over 30 people gathered at Lerwick Town Hall on Saturday evening to hear a passionate debate about whether or not to abolish the monarchy.

LOGANAIR is finally phasing out its remaining eight Saab340B aircraft thanks to a $12 million agreement to bring in next generation ATR turboprops by July 2023. The airline said the new planes would result in a 27 per cent reduction in carbon emissions per seat. The completed...

SHETLAND’s long-running debating group the Althing is resuming after a break of more than two years due to the Covid pandemic. The motion ‘We should bring back rationing’ will be debated at Lerwick Town Hall on Saturday 22 October. It was due to be debated on 20 March 2020...

A NEWLY formed Shetland Geological Society will have its inaugural meeting next week in the Scalloway Museum. The new group aims to support the understanding and enjoyment of geology and other earth sciences through lectures, field trips, events, and the dissemination of...