Shetland6 hrs agoMoray and Shetland council staff will not get World Cup holidayCouncillors in both local authorities agree not to grant it, amid concerns about the cost.6 hrs ago16 Feb 2026Islands Forum scrapped after meeting just four timesThe forum was set up in 2022 to help island local authorities to find solutions to common issues.16 Feb 202611 Feb 2026High squid levels prompt calls to speed up fishery pilotThe author of a report on fish numbers says there is "strong scientific merit" in a Shetland trial.11 Feb 202610 Feb 2026Lord Wallace remembered at funeral for 'integrity, sincerity and humility' The former Scottish Liberal Democrat leader, who was Scotland's first deputy first minister, died last month at the age 71.10 Feb 20266 Feb 2026Your Voice: Tell us about the local issues affecting you ahead of the Scottish electionWhat stories would you like BBC News to cover in NE Scotland, Orkney and Shetland? 6 Feb 202630 Jan 2026Scotland's first deputy first minister Lord Wallace dies, aged 71The former Scottish Liberal Democrat leader was undergoing a procedure at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.30 Jan 202630 Jan 2026Rosebank oil field 'could breach international law' over West Bank linkCampaigners claim the involvement of an Israeli firm could provide a legal argument to block the planned development30 Jan 202629 Jan 2026Pipework failure likely to have led to trawler's sinking, say investigatorsThe Opportune's eight crew were rescued uninjured after the boat sank.29 Jan 202628 Jan 2026Shetland celebrates world-famous Up Helly Aa fire festivalThe festival takes place on the last Tuesday in January when local "guizers" throw torches at a replica of a Viking long ship.28 Jan 2026...
