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Archive - December 2016
The Islands’ Partnership has won a DEFRA grant worth £21,750 to develop Scilly's food & drink offering.
Monday, December 5, 2016
The Skybus service between the Isles of Scilly and the mainland is to get a half million-pound revamp in time for next Easter.
Monday, December 5, 2016
The Council's budget deficit is higher than initially forecast with debts - and therefore projected income - overstated by £546,000, auditors have found.
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
The man behind the proposed St Martin's astronomical observatory has said it has the potential to be a "major educational asset".
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
The entire Board of Governors of Five Islands School are to resign. Parents were yesterday sent a letter from Chair of Governors Ben Julian outlining the decision.
Thursday, December 8, 2016
The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group has lodged an objection to the planning application for a reinstated helicopter service between Penzance and the Isles of Scilly.
Monday, December 19, 2016
St Mary's Post Office bosses have reassured islanders that they will not be joining the planned national strike.
Friday, December 16, 2016
Friday, December 16, 2016
The Council of the Isles of Scilly has posted an update to the recent announcement of an Avian Flu Prevention Zone.
Robert Dorrien-Smith has responded to the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group's objection to his plans for a new heliport in Penzance, accusing the company of wanting to protect its monopoly.
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Former Tolman Cafe owner Adam Smith has fallen foul of the local council in his new home after setting up a temporary animal sanctuary in a pub car park.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
The Local Government Boundary Commission has proposed that 16 councillors be elected to the Council of the Isles of Scilly in the future: five fewer than the current arrangement.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
The Council of the Isles of Scilly has asked for expressions of interest to operate the swimming pool and gym on St Mary's.
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Hitachi Europe Ltd is seeking to fill three roles on the Isles of Scilly as part of the Smart Islands Programme.
Friday, December 23, 2016
The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group has hit back at Robert Dorrien-Smith's claims that it is concerned with protecting its monopoly.
Friday, December 23, 2016