Kevin Craigens

Shetland area commander chief inspector Chris Sewell said none of his officers joined were filmed doing keepy-uppies when out on the beat.

The proposal, made by Lerwick’s Duncan Swainston, was presented at the latest meeting of the ASCC yesterday (Thursday) evening.

The Shetland Island Games Association congratulated Gotland on its successful bid and looks forward to competing at the event.

After a passionate debate and a “barrage” of emails from hockey players and officials, councillors voted 10-9 in favour of option two during a meeting

The fundraising total is still being calculated and will be announced in due course.

Coaches were said to be proud of the side as hopes of a women’s foootball league build.

Part of his role is to strengthen community ties, and deliver a high standard of policing wherever he is required.

Co-manager Jim Tait said he took confidence from his side’s victory but the players can expect a “a sterner test in Orkney.”

Competitors will receive additional support on top of the existing Air Discount Scheme, booked through a named lead booker at each club.

The SIC said the plan was to “get most of this work done during the school holidays …”