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Siggy’s swimming challenge raises thousands for charity in just a few days
A FUNDRAISER who is attempting to swim a total of 21 miles in June and July says he is “overwhelmed” by the number of donations he has received so far. Sigmund Danielsen, known to most as Siggy, has taken on the challenge to raise money for cancer support charity Macmillan.

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America-bound Shetlanders sought for World Cup group photo
ARE YOU America-bound to cheer on Scotland with the Tartan Army? Shetlanders jetting off to the United States for the Fifa World Cup are being encouraged to take part in a group photo this weekend before they go. Read more

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Value of charitable trust bounces back – but volatility remains
THE VALUE of Shetland Charitable Trust (SCT)’s investments has increased by around £40 million since the end of March. Highlighting the volatile nature of the financial markets, the value had dropped from about £486 million at the start of the year to roughly £437 million at the end of March.

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A Shetland Energy Plan is needed
The Energy invasion of Shetland surely deserves a comprehensive Shetland Energy Plan from SSEN. Without it, Shetland will be eaten up piecemeal. This needs to start with their workers’ housing, then a complete plan of electrical distribution onshore and offshore. Only then can we see what is coming.

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Salmon farm off Vementry which drew fishing objections is approved by SIC
A SALMON farming site off Vementry which drew objections from fishing representatives has been given the green light by Shetland Islands Council. Developer Cooke Aquaculture is bringing the project forward, which will include 10 pens sized at 120 metres in circumference, with a maximum biomass of 1,350 tonnes.

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