1. I want to start a business or move my business to Fetlar, is there any support available?

Yes there is. Please visit http://move.shetland.org/do-business-in-shetland for more details

2. I want a job. Where can I find out about vacancies?

Check our situations vacant page or contact the Fetlar development worker for details of any jobs possibly coming up. You should also contact the Job Centre consider visiting the Shetland Islands Council jobs page.

3. Are there any business premises available?

At present there are no dedicated business premises available to rent or buy. There are however some properties which could be converted, subject to the usual permissions.

4. What about somewhere to live?

You should check out the housing section for details of rented accommodation and houses on the market for sale. If you are considering a new build, please contact the Fetlar development worker for advice and information on potential sites and local information.

5. What about education for my children?

Fetlar has its own nursery and primary school. Secondary aged children can travel to Unst each day to attend Baltasound Junior High, or they can board during the week and attend the AndersonHigh School in Lerwick. More about Fetlar education services.

6. If there is no fuel on the island where do we buy it?

There are four places on Yell and two place on Unst as well as various places on mainland Shetland where you can buy fuel. One of the outlets on Yell is typically amongst the cheapest for fuel in Shetland.

7. Is there a shop on the island?

Yes we have a small shop but it has limited hours. For more information visit our shopping page.

8. Is there a pub?

No there is no pub but the hall bar is open every Saturday night.

9. Is there somewhere to eat out?

The B&B does offer evening meals to non residents by prior arrangement. In summer (May - August) the shop also runs a cafe during mainly summer months.

10 Is travelling to the island expensive?

The costs of moving to Shetland are not insignificant. For costs of getting to Shetland from the UK please contact Northlink ferries. Travel within Shetland is not expensive compared with similar services elsewhere. At present the ferry between Fetlar and Yell or Unst is free. 

11. Is there any crime?

No there is virtually no crime. There isn't even a policeman on Fetlar, although there are officers stationed on Unst and Yell if required.

12. What about health care?

There is a resident district nurse. Fetlar is covered by the Yell+Fetlar GP practice located in Yell. A doctor visits every second week for routine appointments. Appointments for both medical and dental care are available at the Yell Health Centre. Please see our health and Social care page for more information. Read more about health and social care.

13. Can you get digital TV?

Yes terrestrial digital freeview is available, as are Freesat and Sky TV.

14. What broadband provision is there?

Fetlar has an island-wide community wireless system as part of a pilot project being run by the Council. There is also BT broadband available (up to 8Mb). Please contact the development worker for more detailed information. Please note we are due for a major upgrade of our wireless system during 2013.

15. Is there a good community spirit?

Yes! Fetlar is a very close-knit but welcoming community, where many people put in lots of voluntary time to ensure the success of community organisations, projects and events.