Windwalker

Hi Too late now for this info. If you go onto Webcams you would have seen a link at top of page that takes you on to their new site.Thank Keedle. It was poorly advertised this year and difficult to find with a search. Eventually found the firey sessions and could watch that no problem then when going to watch the procession, found it wouldn’t open unless linked to Facebook. Had a search around and couldn’t find anything else. Dispointed, but there you go.

I normally watch it on line, but or some reason this year it’ll only let you watch it if your on Facebook. So disappointed as I can’t stand Facebook and don’t have an account. Bring back Andy Stevens and staff.

According to the report it says we will be provided with two wheelie bins. Now if one of them will be needed for general rubbish every two weeks, that leaves one for paper and cardboard or cans and plastic. Now as these item will only be collected once a month, where are we supposed to keep these item as we can't put both lots in one wheelie bin. Surely they will have to provide three bins. What I can never understand with our council and these high paid officers, is they never seem to think through the complete process. They jump in with a half cocked idea, then try to baffle us with council gobbledygook speak, having spent hours flicking through a theasaurus to find words that they think might make them look clever. Will they have the sense to provide brackets with the wheelie bins one for your back door and one for the collection area, this would reduce the risk of them blowing away. It might add a little to the initial cost, but might save having bins blowing over, into cars etc and rubbish blowing all over the place. As for paying a consultancy company £63k to provide a calander of when we put out our bins, this just beggars belief. We have one of the highest staffed councils and yet they can't put a calendar together and a few adverts in the Times. They say they don't have all the answers and there are lot of unanswered questions, but to heck with that, let's just crash ahead. I would have thought that they should have most of these answers prior to delivering the report to the councillors. Why do our councillors approve half finished work ? Ahh ! Of course, it means that once they can't find an answer to the issue of the old couple having to drag a wheelie bin down a long gravel drive or say they don't have cash for brackets, they can say tough the policy has been approved by the council. Get a back bone and get onto the "one size fits all" Scottish Goverment and tell them this can only go ahead if they fund brackets and additional costs to make it work. I think the so called " Island proofing" has been put in the wheelie bin just to be blown over and lost in the wind. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for recycling and the separation of our rubbish, and I think the propossed system is workable, but for heaven sake come up with some answers to the issues before approving a half solved solution.

Doesn't look promising. You wonder why someone in England is trying to sell cars way up here.? They have been advertising cars on here for some time without paying the commercial advertising rate. Let's hope no one up here has been sold a banger, which might be a danger to themselves and other road users. Plenty of cars at the local garages. I bought an older car from a local garage which came with a full years guarantee and it was honoured without question when I had problems. Better to deal with someone who you can meet face to face and has to live in the community.

Several questions come to mind and it would be interesting to know: How many of these accidents were caused by vehicles driving over 20 mph? How many accident were caused by vehicles driving in or out of parking spaces? How many accidents were caused by pedestrians crossing the road without looking? How many accidents involved drink or drugs? Etc. Etc. The reason I ask is that the "road improvements" with the exception of speed, will not solve these other issues. The alterations seems to be aimed at reducing the speed from 30 to 20 or under, so if your telling me that most of the 22 accidents were caused by drivers moving at over 20mph then I would agree the work was needed. Somehow I doubt this will be the case.

Your right there Capeesh and they did a good job of fighting for Scotland on that occasion. We do need an opposition who will speak up for us and fight our corner against those in Westminster. However it didn't stop the SNP slashing Shetlands budget over the last few years and before you say, as Miriam has, that Shetland gets more per head than other Scottish authorities, there had to be a reason for that in the first place. The cost of living and operating a local authority in Shetland cannot be compared with Glasgow etc. I see these constant cuts as no other than punishment for not voting in the SNP, just as I see the delay in introducing the ferry fare reduction or funding for internal ferries being used as a bribe. The majority of Shetland people are not stupid and can see through it. The SNP are good at talking the talk, but when it comes to walking the walk, they have taken their eye of the day job. Yes they love to give it to those at Westminster and they're like a dog with a bone regarding independence despite Scotland already saying NO, but they will avoid getting into meaningful conversation about the day to day job and how they are not using the powers they have argued for or how standards like education are falling. You speak about the importance of the need for the SNP being a buffer against decisions made in Westminster and I fully agree, my worry though is, if they were to gain Independence, who would be Shetlands buffer. No matter how good our MP was, one voice won't carry much weight. The SNP have already shown us that we are near the bottom of their list of importance.

And what do you think the SNP will do to balance the books if it ever gets its way with independence. They could not convince people an independent Scotland could be financially viable last time, never mind this time with much reduced oil revenue. If you think moneys tight now, god help us if they ever get their way with independence. What they're left with will all go on the central belt, Shetland won't have a look in.We may not all agree with Alistiar Carmichael, but he's our only hope of keeping the SNP out of Shetland. The SNP has been acting as a shield from the worst of the Tory/LibDem austerity policies, our kids don't get charged to attend university, they get charged £9000 a year in England.We don't tax the sick in Scotland, we get free prescriptions, in England they pay. The Bedroom tax doesn't exist in Scotland thanks to the SNP. Richard Branson and others are busy buying up chunks of the NHS with Virgincare and other private companies in England, in Scotland it remains in public hands, etc etc the list goes on. God help us if that buffer didn't exist and we were faced with the full brunt of these policies. I've been watching the SNP in Westminster, I would urge anyone to do the same, with Labour fighting amongst themselves and the Lib/Dems obliterated at the last election, they've been the only credible opposition in there. Your right about them being a good buffer Capeesh and if they would get on with the day job, they would likely get my vote. It's the "independence at any cost and regardless of those who have already said we don't want it" that worries me. Scotland can't afford to be independent. If she got her way you would soon see the real side of the SNP, a country struggling to make ends meet, higher taxes and loss of services. Of course it would be someone else's fault.I listen to debates both Westminster and Hollyrood and whilst some impress me others are about avoiding the issue like most politicians. Watching Alex Salmon on TV the other day avoiding the questions and shouting over the presenter to put his independence at any cost position across, made me wonder if they are living in the real world. His answer to the question regarding dropping education figures was that Scotland has the least youth unemployment of most countries. Well that's great, more have a job, but they're not so bright!!. That bods well for future development. As a government I think they have got their priorities wrong and it's having an effect on the stuff they should be looking after. If they would put independence to one side and prove they can do a great job of running the country, they would likely get more votes, make the country more prosperous and who knows what the future might bring. But as long as they can't get past the independence at any cost attitude, they will not get my vote and I believe many feel the same. Every single constituency in Scotland voted to remain in the EU yet the UK is still heading for a hard Brexit from the European Union, that could also be described as "independence at any cost, regardless of those who have already said we don't want it".There's no economic certainties however it pans out. Yes and that's democracy, it was a U.K. vote. I voted remain, but have to accept democracy, unlike the SNP who won't.

And what do you think the SNP will do to balance the books if it ever gets its way with independence. They could not convince people an independent Scotland could be financially viable last time, never mind this time with much reduced oil revenue. If you think moneys tight now, god help us if they ever get their way with independence. What they're left with will all go on the central belt, Shetland won't have a look in.We may not all agree with Alistiar Carmichael, but he's our only hope of keeping the SNP out of Shetland. The SNP has been acting as a shield from the worst of the Tory/LibDem austerity policies, our kids don't get charged to attend university, they get charged £9000 a year in England.We don't tax the sick in Scotland, we get free prescriptions, in England they pay. The Bedroom tax doesn't exist in Scotland thanks to the SNP. Richard Branson and others are busy buying up chunks of the NHS with Virgincare and other private companies in England, in Scotland it remains in public hands, etc etc the list goes on. God help us if that buffer didn't exist and we were faced with the full brunt of these policies. I've been watching the SNP in Westminster, I would urge anyone to do the same, with Labour fighting amongst themselves and the Lib/Dems obliterated at the last election, they've been the only credible opposition in there. Your right about them being a good buffer Capeesh and if they would get on with the day job, they would likely get my vote. It's the "independence at any cost and regardless of those who have already said we don't want it" that worries me. Scotland can't afford to be independent. If she got her way you would soon see the real side of the SNP, a country struggling to make ends meet, higher taxes and loss of services. Of course it would be someone else's fault. I listen to debates both Westminster and Hollyrood and whilst some impress me others are about avoiding the issue like most politicians. Watching Alex Salmon on TV the other day avoiding the questions and shouting over the presenter to put his independence at any cost position across, made me wonder if they are living in the real world. His answer to the question regarding dropping education figures was that Scotland has the least youth unemployment of most countries. Well that's great, more have a job, but they're not so bright!!. That bods well for future development. As a government I think they have got their priorities wrong and it's having an effect on the stuff they should be looking after. If they would put independence to one side and prove they can do a great job of running the country, they would likely get more votes, make the country more prosperous and who knows what the future might bring. But as long as they can't get past the independence at any cost attitude, they will not get my vote and I believe many feel the same.

And what do you think the SNP will do to balance the books if it ever gets its way with independence. They could not convince people an independent Scotland could be financially viable last time, never mind this time with much reduced oil revenue. If you think moneys tight now, god help us if they ever get their way with independence. What they're left with will all go on the central belt, Shetland won't have a look in. We may not all agree with Alistiar Carmichael, but he's our only hope of keeping the SNP out of Shetland.

It is laughable, but also worrying, that this unelected group of people can fill the trust with whoever they wish and control the people of Shetlands money. I though one of their arguments for appointing trustees was they could get the right experience on board, If this is the best they can do then I can only assume it's just jobs for the boys or we will appoint those who fit our agenda. Personally I am very concerned as to where this trust is going and that we now have a self appointing group of people who seem to crash ahead without taking on board the concerns of the community. It makes you wonder what their future agenda is. They have already proved that they will just do their own thing regardless of public concern.

Is shetlandpeat back under a new guise?

see where your coming from, but having having the right to vote should'nt mean protections aren't needed. It's separate issues. It's not about how adult you are it's about having a right when paying taxes. If it was about how adult your were a lot of us would have the vote removed

Maybe not but, I guess it would prevent a "rampage" like the one we just had in Paris or, at least lower the casualty count.. All I'm asking for is the opportunity and ability to defend myself. Whilst I can understand your sentiments Colin, I think it would be wrong to allow everyone the right of arms. There would be far more chance of being shot bepy some drunken idiot then these extremists. Do we really want idiots with guns going into our schools like in America, or guns being easily accessed by these extremists ? Whilst like yourself, I would like to defend myself if caught in that situation, I don't think making guns easily accessible would make things any better.

I think many youngsters are quite savvy now, certainly far beyond when I left school. Education and access to what's happening at home and around the world has moved on. I agree with Peter that the reason behind giving votes to 16/17 year olds is more likely an attempt to win favour, rather than the fact they believe it's the right thing to do, but unlike Peter I believe they should have the vote. To me it's simple, if the government thinks it's ok to take taxes from 16/17 year olds, then they must allow them to vote. I would think a 16 year old today, will be a lot more worldly wise than any 18 year old of my time. Hopefully they will bring something fresh to politics as what we've had lately is not much to brag about.

Who are the headline grabbers and what is their sixpence worth? What is an internet forum if not a medium for discussing current affairs and matters of interest (to the person posting)? It is not a "witch hunt". We have already been through the part of the hearing in which those with judicial authority to do so made clear there was a legitimate case to be heard. That you don't like it is an irrelevance. EDIT: (Your closing sentence gets a good laugh given the condescending tone of the rest of your post. "Get a life" he says, shortly followed by "people who look down on others are trying to detract". No irony intended it seems...)Your entitled to your opinion, as I am mine. Of course none of your post have ever been condescending, have they? I've no doubt they have, but I'm not the sort of hypocrite to complain about that while simultaneously doing it. What skeletons were you trying to detract from in your initial post?Like myself, your entitled to your opinion, of course that doesn't mean everyone will agree, as for skeletons, mines well and truly rattled out of the cupboard long ago, That one wasn't really a matter of opinion, so there's not much for people to agree on about it. People can hold whatever opinions they like but if they're based on incorrect understanding of facts or if they don't tally consistently with other opinions that person holds, then they're understandably going to be questioned and/or criticised. (I don't pick up on it to belittle or anything like that, simply because you've done it twice now and I'm not sure if you realise: it's "you're entitled to...")Obviously your just looking for an argument, and basically your correction of people's grammar says more about you than it does me. I have more to do than quibble, so give it your best as I have no intention in further replying to you. I'm sure you won't be happy unless you have the last word, so fill your boots.

I keep reading about local, bands, singers etc and wonder if their is a central place where you can listen to or buy/download their music. I've managed to find some music and I am very impressed with the quality and sound. There seems to be lots of new budding singers and groups and it would be great, if there was a "Shetland music scene" website where you can hear snippets and purchase where possible. If there is already, my apologies and could someone direct me to it:-)

Who are the headline grabbers and what is their sixpence worth? What is an internet forum if not a medium for discussing current affairs and matters of interest (to the person posting)? It is not a "witch hunt". We have already been through the part of the hearing in which those with judicial authority to do so made clear there was a legitimate case to be heard. That you don't like it is an irrelevance. EDIT: (Your closing sentence gets a good laugh given the condescending tone of the rest of your post. "Get a life" he says, shortly followed by "people who look down on others are trying to detract". No irony intended it seems...) Your entitled to your opinion, as I am mine. Of course none of your post have ever been condescending, have they? I've no doubt they have, but I'm not the sort of hypocrite to complain about that while simultaneously doing it. What skeletons were you trying to detract from in your initial post? Like myself, your entitled to your opinion, of course that doesn't mean everyone will agree, as for skeletons, mines well and truly rattled out of the cupboard long ago,

Who are the headline grabbers and what is their sixpence worth? What is an internet forum if not a medium for discussing current affairs and matters of interest (to the person posting)? It is not a "witch hunt". We have already been through the part of the hearing in which those with judicial authority to do so made clear there was a legitimate case to be heard. That you don't like it is an irrelevance. EDIT: (Your closing sentence gets a good laugh given the condescending tone of the rest of your post. "Get a life" he says, shortly followed by "people who look down on others are trying to detract". No irony intended it seems...) Your entitled to your opinion, as I am mine. Of course none of your post have ever been condescending, have they?

Looking down? Judging others? Making these comments while unable to correctly comment what I have recently stated speaks for itself. Personally, I either get my quotes right first time or I keep my mouth shut, but it is, of course, up to you. ahh I left out the "the" hardly makes any difference to the quote.You seem happy to pass remarks about lib dem voters, but greet a lot when someone questions what you say. Mind you I was surprised it took you so long to provide us with your insight of the current position.

Wooooo, the headline grabbers getting their sixpence worth again. They obviously think we are incapable of reading the news ourselves. Reminds me of the local gossip who gets so much satisfaction out of other people's problems. What I can't stand is that this is nothing other than a witch hunt. As I've said before, the guy got it wrong but show me a politician that hasn't, it's the hidden agenda that's driving this one. As for the ridiculous comment " hope that all lib dem voters are feeling good in themselves" you really need to get a life and stop looking for everyone to blame. In general, I've always thought that people who constantly look down on others and judge others are usually just trying to detract people from their own skeletons.

So the SNP are just copying Torrie policies, no surprise there then

If it's a sat box with card, remove card, switch off it mains as wheelsup says, but leave it off for at least a minute, switch it back on and insert card, then go and have a cuppa as it can take a bit to reboot. This has worked for me in the past. If that doesn't work, you could try Islesat for further advice.

Not surprised riskaccesed, I've had similar issues with garages up here. The problem is lack of competition, they have it too easy and don't need to work hard to gain or retain business. Waiting 4 weeks to get new brake discs and pads fitted after an mot failure, was my last experience. Told it was due to several errors, not ordered, wrong ones arrived etc etc. Got fed up phoning every day to see if the car was ready and left it for a week then when I phoned, they said, oh yeh I think it was done twa days ago. Not only did I have to manage without the car for 4 weeks I've had to pay a months road tax and insurance for something I couldn't use. Then to top it all one of the brakes was binding when I got it back, so I had to return with it to get them to sort it. Then I had to sit down when the bill came in. looked at the price of second hand cars here last year and ended up getting an immaculate, low mileage model south, which was three years newer than the one I looked at at the local garage for less money. They really all need to try a bit harder.

Having read through this thread and at first thinking, this is just too big for us, I must say that I am impressed with the answers that have been given to lots of the questions raised. The debate has remained grounded and this is not just pie in the sky stuff. Yes, there are lots of unanswered questions and there will be lots of hoops to jump through and neither Westminster and Hollyrood are going to make this easy. Hollyrood in particular will not want to see the goose that laid the golden egg get out of their grasp. Difficult it may be, but so are the alternatives. Remain as we are and the likelihood is we will be dragged into an independant, centralised Scotland, and once the Scottish government has complete control over us, we will be lucky if we get the scraps of the table. The stories of Vikings robbing and pillaging us, may be fact or fiction, but the stories of both the UK and Scottish governments doing the same are happening as we speak. So yes, I think it's time for something different and time to take control over our own destiny, rather than be dictated to by folk that have their own agendas at the forefront and not the interest of Shetland or its population.

Mostly agree with you ghostie, if it was on a straight bit if road, but it does look like he could not see round a corner, so pretty dangerous to keep going just to safe face.