News
Wishart highlights impact of budget on rural economies
Shetland MSP and Scottish Liberal Democrat spokesperson for rural affairs, Beatrice Wishart has criticised the UK Government’s budget and highlighted the impact of the proposals on Scotland’s rural…
View
News
Dentistry, textiles and farm inheritance
It is understandable that the news this week of patients being deregistered from Lerwick Dental Practice was met with shock and anger in the community.
View
News
Shetland Times Column 8th November 2024
The Climate Change Bill was passed in the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday and revises previous targets to achieve net zero by 2045.
View
News
Wishart highlights need for action on invasive non-native species
Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP, Beatrice Wishart has highlighted the need for action to prevent the introduction of non-native species and best practice methods to eradicate species that…
View
News
Wishart responds to NorthLink Ferries booking opening beyond December 2024
Responding to the opening of Serco NorthLink Ferries booking today beyond 31st December 2024 Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP Beatrice Wishart said:
View
News
18th October 2024
The news of Alex Salmond’s death at the weekend came as a shock to many. The former First Minister leaves behind a unique political legacy and I offer condolences to his family.
View
News
Shetland Times Column 4 October 2024
This week, the 15th Shetland Wool Week celebrates and welcomes knitters from around the globe.
View
News
20th September 2024
Bus and ferry services. Housing, Wind turbines. Mental health.
The questions for the panel at Monday morning’s Q&A at Aith Junior High School provided a stimulating start to the week.
View
News
Michael Coutts from Dogs Against Drugs nominated as Shetland’s Local Hero
Scottish Liberal Democrat and Shetland MSP, Beatrice Wishart, has announced that Michael Coutts is Shetland’s Local Hero. He has been invited to attend the 25th anniversary event for the Scottish…
View
News
Wishart congratulates learners on results day
Shetland MSP and Scottish Liberal Democrat Beatrice Wishart has today congratulated learners across Shetland who are receiving their SQA results.
View