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Tourism providers have hit out at a massive hike in licensing fees – branding it another “unfair tax”.

Urgent plea made to UK government after local growth fund is pulled from the isles for the next three years  Shetland Times

Community Development company plans new amenity building for Mid Yell pier  Shetland News

‘Utterly shocking’ – Tourism sector hits out after council doubles fees for short-term let licences  Shetland Times

Dedicated drugs dog Axel will be in contention for a special award that recognises the length of service of working animals later this year.

A 46-year-old Whalsay man is to stand trial after denying abuse allegations including that he made comments of a “sexualised and threatening” nature.

Drugs dog in line for length of service award ahead of retirement  Shetland Times

Whalsay man Peter John Irvine to stand trial at High Court in Edinburgh charged with abuse  Shetland Times

Capacity on NorthLink ferries key priority for transport partnership  Shetland News

Armitage announced as Green candidate for Scottish elections  Shetland News