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NHS Shetland has successfully completed a pilot programme that aims to support parents and carers of children and young people aged 5-18 who have a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Condition or who are on the ASD pathway for assessment. The Cygnet group, which is a parental...
Girls were able to take part in this year’s procession, which attracted plenty of spectators in the centre of town
If the aim is to preserve island culture, it never made sense to exclude 50% of the population from taking part in traditional events, writes Roseanne Watt.
THERE has been plenty of reaction to news that women and girls will now be able to fully take part in the senior and junior Lerwick Up Helly Aa events - with one campaign group saying it is a “great day for our inclusive Shetland community”. Up Helly Aa for Aa described...
Sirs, I write with increased concern for the future of your splendid festival. This is informed by my considerable disappointment that the convenor of Shetland Islands Council is still claiming to believe his internal legal advice. Please realise you will not continue to be...