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Scottish Parliamentary Election - 07 May 2026
Information and notices for the forthcoming Scottish Parliamentary Election
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Latest news
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National Library of Scotland brings Centenary Tour to Shetland Library
Shetland Library is preparing to welcome staff from the National Library of Scotland next week, as part of a nationwide tour marking the organisation’s 100th anniversary.
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Electoral registration reminder
Anyone not already registered to vote has just a week left to ensure they can take part in the forthcoming Scottish Parliamentary Election on Thursday 7th May.
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Director to enter phased retirement after more than 30 years of service to Shetland Islands Council
John Smith, the Council’s Director of Infrastructure Services, will begin a phased retirement in May following more than three decades of service to Shetland Islands Council.
Local Democracy
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Councillors
This Council is made up of 23 elected Members from seven wards across Shetland.
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Council Meetings
Meetings of the Council and its committees are now held in St Ringans, Lerwick, and all meetings are open to the public and are recorded and published online.
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Council Decisions
This page shows the latest decisions taken by the Council and Committees
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Elections
Elections and registering to vote


