The proposal for the tunnels - which would replace Shetland's aging ferry service - has led to hopes they could be in place in eight years' time.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Councillors have backed initial plans to connect some of Shetland's islands with undersea tunnels, which could be in place within ...

The approval means motorists could be able to drive between the mainland and Yell, and Yell and Unst, in the next eight years ...

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Undersea tunnels connecting some of the UK's most northerly islands could be in place within eight years, under plans expected to be approved on Tuesday. A feasibility study for Shetland Islands ...

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Council leaders believe the tunnels would prove cheaper over time than continuing to replace ageing ferries and harbour infrastructure.

Plans for undersea tunnels connecting some of the Shetland Islands have moved a step closer after councillors approved a draft strategy.

Undersea tunnels designed to connect the Shetland Islands are expected to be approved by councillors on Tuesday, promising a major overhaul of inter-island transport. Shetland Islands Council will ...

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