[1] The group called for the creation of a Shetland Assembly or 'Althing' with limited legislative powers and control over direct taxation.
[3] In the 1986 council election the Shetland Movement nominated candidates for the first time, winning 13.7% of the vote and five seats.
The Scottish National Party agreed to stand aside in favour of Goodlad, who won 14.5% of the vote.
[4] In the 1990 council election the Shetland Movement increased its representation to six seats, a level it maintained in 1994.
After 1994 the group dissolved, never contesting another local or general election.