'Community News'
East Ayrshire Council Trading Standards Service are again running their ever popular Electric Blanke…
HERITAGE LOTTERY FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENT
Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Council and Chair of the Kilmarnock Townscape Heritage Initia…
COUNCIL LEADER WELCOMES NEW APPRENTICES
Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Council was pleased to welcome new apprentices to the Council…
EAST AYRSHIRE STREETSPORT CAGES REACH UK FINAL
StreetSport Cages, which are part of the dynamic Leisure Development Services of East Ayrshire Counc…
LOCAL GOVERNMENT STRIKE ON WEDNESDAY 20 AUGUST 2008
As a result of the strike by Local Government Employees on Wednesday 20 August 2008 the majority of …
PROVOST SUPPORTS RIDING FOR THE DISABLED WINTON GROUP
Provost Stephanie Young opened a charity Clay Pigeon Shoot at Cowans Law recently for the Riding for…
Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Council is encouraging people to have their say on the propos…
KILMARNOCK TO GLASGOW RAIL LINK
Earlier this week an all-party group of Elected Members, accompanied by senior officers, met with re…
East Ayrshire Council is now in a position to confirm that the new Grange Campus building was not av..
Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Council, led a litter clean up at Strandhead in Stewarton rec…
Councillor Douglas Reid, Leader of the Council visited the Taiglum Burn recently and met with Counci…
HOMECOMING SCOTLAND 2009 ? AYRSHIRE INNOVATORS
The Dick Institute has commissioned award winning photojournalist Kieran Dodds to create an exhibiti…
NATIONAL PLAYDAY GETS WET AND DIRTY
Young and old alike braved the wet weather to participate in an action packed day of events which ce…
TOP OF THE TOWN OFFICE DEVELOPMENT
At the Special Meeting of Cabinet of 6 August 2008, a decision was taken not to grant a further exte…
GAUCHALLAND EAST COMMUNITY GARDENS OPEN
Provost Stephanie Young recently opened the Gauchalland East Community Gardens in Galston, a project…
East Ayrshire Council has joined the Support Our Soldiers (SOS) campaign by providing collection poi…
LEARNING DISABILITY AWARENESS WEEK A GREAT SUCCESS
The organising committee of Learning Disability Awareness Week 2008 has vowed to build on the succes…
East Ayrshire Council is joining the Support Our Soldiers (SOS) campaign by providing collection poi…
OFFICIAL OPENING OF YOUTH STRATEGY ALTONHILL BASE
Councillor Iain Linton, Spokesperson for Lifelong Learning, was delighted to open the new Youth Stra…
Council opposes Post Office Proposal
East Ayrshire Council was very concerned to hear that the recently published Post Office Ltd's Area …
Spaces are still available for walkers and runners to participate in the River Ayr Way Challenge on …
Lucky children in four East Ayrshire schools had the opportunity to work with an internationally-rec…
WOODROAD PARK FUNDAY ? SATURDAY 19TH JULY
The Woodroad Park Regeneration Group are holding a fantastic funday on Saturday 19th July at Woodroa…
Strathclyde Joint Police Board is looking for responsible members of the community willing to carry
At the recent meeting of East Ayrshire Council a decision was taken to introduce a Corporate Enforce…
PARK SCHOOL CELEBRATES ITS LIFE
Provost Stephanie Young was delighted to attend a celebration of Park School's 85-year life recently…
South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan hosted a special ’Tea at 3’ tea party, within the County Buildings in Ayr, in aid of the Ayrshire Hospice.
EAST AYRSHIRE REGENERATION UPDATES
A wide range of exciting projects are currently being progressed by the Council and the Community Pl...
The programme for Scotland's Year of Homecoming 2009 has recently been announced and there are plent...
BID FOR CUMNOCK TO BECOME PART OF CONSERVATION AREA REGENERATION SCHEME
East Ayrshire Council is set to submit a bid to Historic Scotland for grant assistance to establish ...
The November 2007 Concordat agreed between COSLA and the Scottish Government set out a new relations...
ANOTHER YEAR FOR THE YOUTH MUSIC INITIATIVE
The Youth Music Initiative in East Ayrshire is set to continue for another year following the succes...
An innovative maths initiative based on the day to day running of the Burns Mall in Kilmarnock was l...
FIFTH TENANTS' CONFERENCE A GREAT SUCCESS
East Ayrshire Council held its fifth Annual Tenants' Conference earlier this month in the Park Hotel...
The National Fraud Initiative (NFI), which was introduced in Scotland in 2004, is part of the statut...
The New Farm Loch Parenting Support Group, supported by East Ayrshire Council's Community Learning a...
2008 Troon Junior Golf Open For The Tom Lehman Trophies
South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan presented the Tom Lehman Golf Trophies at the one day Junior Golf Championship, which is believed to be the largest one day Junior Golf Championship in the world.
10th Anniversary Of Mathieson House
To mark the 10th anniversary of Mathieson House in Ayr South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan planted a weeping ash tree in the front garden of the house.
Councillor Margaret Toner, Depute Leader of South Ayrshire Council and Portfolio Carrier for Community Services to meet members of the South Ayrshire Youth Forum who are involved in the Dundonald Castle Project.
Comfort Scheme Launched At The Boars Head In Colmonell
The Boar’s Head in Colmonell is the first business in South Ayrshire to sign up to South Ayrshire Council’s Comfort Scheme.
Homecoming Scotland aims to make Scotland THE place to holiday in 2009 and no trip would be complete without a visit to Ayrshire.
South Ayrshire Council’s Morrison Gardens Sheltered Housing Unit in Ayr transformed into a little part of Mexico, when tenants held a Mexican Fiesta.
Military personnel, who are currently involved in active military service and are residents of South Ayrshire will now be able to use some South Ayrshire Council leisure facilities for free until 31 March 2009.
South Ayrshire Council is continually trying to educating irresponsible dog owners and encourage them to clean up after their pets.
First Leadership Panel Annual Report
The members of South Ayrshire Council’s Leadership Panel have produced their first ever Annual Report for 2007/08. The report looks back on the achievements of the past year and recognises the firm foundations that have been laid for the future.
Prompt Payment Helps The Council
At 31 July 2008 South Ayrshire Council had a Council Tax collection rate of 29.30% which was above the previously set target of 29.17%.
Invergarven School Teachers Take To The Air
Invergarven School in Girvan is one step closer to creating a sensory garden thanks to funds raised by two members of staff who did a sponsored skydive.
South Ayrshire has always been a safe and pleasant place to live, work and socialise. The area has a low crime rate compared to other areas in Ayrshire, particularly in relation to serious and violent crimes.
Slow Down And Save Your Licence
South Ayrshire Council are working in partnership with Strathclyde Safety Camera Partnership (SSCP) to highlight to new young drivers, and those about to learn to drive, the importance of not exceeding speed limits.
National Library Of Scotland Roadshow
South Ayrshire Council’s Carnegie Library in Ayr is hosting a National Library of Scotland (NLS) Roadshow on 10 to 12 September 2008, the theme will be ’Scotland’s Secret War’ revealing hidden stories of World War II.
30 Wheelchair Users And One Boeing 757
A South Ayrshire Council employee, Colin Duthie, will be one of a team of 30 manual wheelchair users who will be attempting a world record at Lasham Airfield on 6 September 2008.
Industrial Action Wednesday 20 August 2008
South Ayrshire Council has been formally notified of industrial action on Wednesday 20 August 2008, by three Trade Unions, of which many Council employees are members that will affect Council services.
Young Scot Card Members Win Odeon Tickets
Five lucky South Ayrshire Council Young Scot card holders have each won a pair of tickets for the Odeon cinema after entering the July competition on the Young Scot website.
Ministerial Summer Tour Comes To Ayr
Cabinet Secretary for Education and Lifelong Learning, Fiona Hyslop, visited South Ayrshire Council Headquarters for a business meeting with David Anderson, Chief Executive, and a group of Councillors and Chief Officers.
South Ayrshire Council’s Depute Provost Mary Kilpatrick officially opened the Firth of Clyde Forum Information Event at the County Buildings in Ayr.
Let’s Get Started Presentation Ceremony
A presentation ceremony took place within the Carrick Buildings Learning Centre in Girvan to mark the conclusion of a ’Let’s Get Started’ employability skills course.
Provost Visits Inside Out Garden At Ayr Flower Show
South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan visited a show garden at Ayr Flower Show that was specially designed to illustrate how easy it is to home compost both garden and household waste.
South Ayrshire Pre Handicap Open
On Monday 4 August 2008 the Pre Handicap Open was played over Troon Fullarton Golf Course. This is an event for young golfers who have not yet obtained a handicap but can manage to play 18 short holes.
Muirhead Community School West Coast Journey Of Discovery
Five P7 students from South Ayrshire Council’s Muirhead Primary School have just returned from a 5 day sailing adventure along the Clyde and up the remote and challenging west coast.
Football And Golf Helping To Reduce Youth Disorder
Fort, Seafield and Wallacetown Community Council has supported a South Ayrshire Community Safety Partnership initiative to reduce youth disorder in Rozelle and surrounding areas.
New Prestwick Academy Nearing Completion
The new Prestwick Academy will cost £25.6 million pounds and is a key element of South Ayrshire Council’s ambitious £76 m illion Public Private Partnership School building initiative.
Young Golfers Get In The Swing On Belleisle Golf Course
Five young people have successfully completed an eight week golf coaching initiative, designed to encourage them to use their leisure time constructively and to learn the rules and regulations of golf.
Provost Welcomes Tom Watson To South Ayrshire
South Ayrshire Council Provost Winifred Sloan welcomed Tom Watson to South Ayrshire at the 2008 Senior Open Championship that is taking place at the world famous Royal Troon links golf course.
Strathclyde Senior Volunteer Award Winner
Callum Stewart, who is a member of Troon Youth Centre, was named as Strathclyde Senior Volunteer Award winner by Strathclyde Youth at a special awards ceremony held within the City Chambers, Glasgow.
Residents of South Ayrshire Council’s Sheltered Housing Unit at Arcon Court in Mossblown, along with their invited guests, enjoyed a summer garden party to celebrate being awarded funding by ’Awards for All’.
Justice Secretary Visits The Oval At Prestwick
Kenny MacAskill, Cabinet Secretary for Justice, visited the Oval in Prestwick to see how a youth initiative is working to help curb youth disorder.
South Ayrshire Council’s Trading Standards and Environmental Health Services have received a Gold Award from the International Federation of Spirit Producers (IFSP)
Councillor Margaret Toner, Depute Leader of South Ayrshire Council and Portfolio Holder for Community Services joined a very special couple, Audrey Vallance aged 53 and John Vallance aged 55, to mark the couples 25 years of fostering children.
New Taxi And Private Hire Standards
Following an extensive consultation process with the local Taxi Forum and operators the Policy, Guidelines and Code of practice for the Licensing, Operation and Testing of taxis and private hire vehicles in South Ayrshire has been updated.
South Ayrshire Community Safety Partnership is once again working to make the Esplanade in Ayr a safe place which can be enjoyed by both visitors and residents.
New Panel South Ayrshire Children’s Panel Members
New members of the South Ayrshire Children’s Panel have successfully completed their pre service training programme.
Tackling Antisocial Behaviour At The Oval In Prestwick
Five weeks of varied activities at the Oval in Prestwick, all designed to tackle antisocial behaviour in and around the area, were brought to a close with a 7-a-side football tournament.
The British Army’s Scotland wide Pipers’ Trail will be in Ayr on Thursday 17 July 2008 when they will be delighting the town with the sound of their bagpipes.
Sheltered Housing Residents Of Troon And Dundonald Unite
Over 100 residents from South Ayrshire Council sheltered housing units in Dundonald and Troon gathered at the South Beach Hotel in Troon for lunch and a lot more.
Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs Coming To The Gaiety Theatre
It may be summertime but already arrangements are being put in place for a spectacular pantomime, Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs, that will be staged at the Gaiety Theatre in Ayr later this year.
Call for more children's panel volunteers
Volunteers needed to help Scots kids get their lives back on track.
Immunisation programme begins to protect teenage girls.
First Minister marks milestone in development of Glendoe Hydro project beside Loch Ness.
New system of sentencing guidelines
Proposals for new system of sentencing guidelines and a judicially-led Scottish Sentencing Council to oversee that system.
Health Secretary chairs review and sees how healthcare staff are helping tackle local alcohol misuse problems.
Members re-appointed.
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
The Scottish Cabinet will hold meetings outside Edinburgh again next summer.
New sheriff appointed for Grampian, Highlands and Islands.
More than £1 million investment sets up a Dementia Clinical Research Network.
New chapter for the Book Festival
Expo funding for Edinburgh International Book Festival.
How to deal with the alien species.
Commissioner appointed.
Scottish liquor licensing statistics
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Report concludes hospital should continue to provide unscheduled care for patients, but anaesthetic services are unsustainable.
Gardeners to watch out for new pest.
Expo funding for Fringe showcase
£200,000 for a new initiative showcasing Scottish-based performing arts.
Scottish National War Memorial
Reappointment to Board of Trustees.
Justice Secretary welcomes tougher laws and calls on UK Government to lower drink driving limits.
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Three year plan agreed with measures to help the fishing industry adapt to rising fuel prices.
Local Government Boundary Commission
New Deputy Chair appointed.
Package of support to secure a sustainable future for Scotland’s pig producers.
2007 Scottish Household Survey
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Reinvigorated approach by the NHS to control all healthcare associated infections.
Action vow on drug related deaths
Increase in drug related deaths in Scotland.
£200,000 investment to help fishing industry achieve sustainability certification.
National roadshow to promote Scotland’s first mass anti-cancer vaccinations to girls.
Grants to support job creation
Business grants worth £13.5 million expected to create or safeguard 2,000 Scottish jobs.
Lothian NHS Board appointments
Two non-executive members re-appointed.
Members of Food and Drink Leadership Forum announced.
New cervical cancer immunisation programme.
New proposals to reform and streamline Scotland's children's hearings system.
Top priority for fighting killer diseases
Consultation begins on how best to tackle heart disease and stroke.
Licensing scheme for knife dealers
Proposals to make dealers record details of weapons sold and who bought them.
Minister criticises fuel price rises
Communities Minister describes price rises in gas and electricity as 'shameful'.
Population to be classified by a new way of recording data in official statistics.
NHS Quality Improvement Scotland Board
Non-executive member appointment.
Public Transport Users’ Committee for Scotland
New member appointment.
Innovative projects receive investment.
Funding for frontline policing
Justice Secretary joins the frontline with police in Falkirk.
£95 million emergency care centre to be built in Aberdeen.
Plans to strengthen island health boards
Funding for health boards in the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland.
Scotland and New Zealand exchange ideas on tackling alcohol problems.
Clinical research centre opened
New state of the art cancer and heart disease research centre on Tayside.
Renal patients benefit from technology
Kidney dialysis patients are getting more involved in their care.
Better food on the menu in hospitals
Nutrition champions appointed to help ensure the dietary needs of all patients are met.
Health Secretary tells medical conference NHS must stay 'true to founding principles'.
Edinburgh is host to triennial meeting of more than 50 Law Ministers.
Greater protection for rare birds
Two new Special Protection Areas designated to protect the hen harrier.
Deputy Chair Appointed.
New Member appointed.
Government approves Expo funding of almost £50,000 for jazz festival.
European Commission must take account of Scottish views - Environment Secretary.
Funding for part-time students
New sources of support for students studying part time.
Government responds to prisons report
Justice Secretary welcomes report into purpose and impact of imprisonment in Scotland.
EC urged to hear Scotland's views before reaching decisions on agricultural support.
Scottish Criminal Cases Review Commission
Ninth Annual Report published.
Final report makes 23 recommendations and encourages 'different thinking' about the nature of punishment.
Scottish war heroes remembered
Tribute paid to thousands of Scots who died during the Battle of the Somme.