Photo Dave DonaldsonA “Loot for Lerwick” event has been taking place in the town this morning [Saturday], with a host of local groups seeking support. The event, described by Lerwick Community Council as “participatory budgeting in action”, is being held at Islesburgh Community Centre. Shetland Youth Music Festival is looking for funds to pay for the hire of Mareel during this year. And Shetland Youth Orchestra is raising funds for music, refreshments and a summer school. Shetland Community Choir is seeking funds for a weekend of singing from scratch in May.

Source: The Times February 03, 2024 11:58 UTC