37 h. ago South Ayrshire nursery first in region to gain special accreditation

Achieving the status displays a commitment to making communication as easy, effective, and enjoyable as possible.

Politics

60 h. ago Fury as council bans homeowner from cutting down her 'Jack and the Beanstalk' tree despite claims from locals that huge oak could crush their homes

Officials have approved the order after hearing of the 'biodiversity value' of the oak for the area, where homes sell for in excess of £1 million.

Politics

67 h. ago 'Tourist Tax' proposal could be put on hold at crunch meeting of South Ayrshire councillors

A report going before Cabinet on 17 June recommends that work on a possible levy should be paused.

Politics

68 h. ago London council defends decision to twin with occupied city in West Bank

Brent Council voted to twin with the West Bank city of Nablus at a meeting in May

Events

69 h. ago Clean bill of health after unannounced spot check at Ayrshire care home

South Ayrshire Council-run Hillcrest Residential Unit Care Home Service, in the town’s McConnell Square, was graded ‘very good’ and ‘good’ across three quality indicators.

Society

3 d. ago South Ayrshire Council chief executive recorded appearing to break strict contract rules

A recording has emerged of Mike Newall, who is currently on a leave of absence from the council, discussing potential contracts.

Politics

3 d. ago Opposition councillors back SNP bid to remove Tory Dumfries and Galloway Council leadership

Labour and Democratic Alliance members have put their names to an SNP motion of no confidence against the leader and depute leader.

Politics

4 d. ago South Ayrshire Council hit by new leadership crisis as Chief Executive takes leave of absence

Mike Newall's duties at County Buildings are to be carried out by his deputy, Lyndsay McRoberts.

Events

9 d. ago First ballot boxes arrive at count for Hamilton, Larkhall & Stonehouse by

The counting of postal votes had already started at South Lanarkshire Council’s headquarters after voting closed at 10pm.

Politics

1 week ago UN Security Council will vote on a resolution demanding a Gaza ceasefire, with US veto expected

The U.N. Security Council will vote on a resolution demanding an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza

Events

1 week ago Talented Ayrshire musician performs in national event at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Luke Parkhill was the South Ayrshire representative in the national event.

Politics

1 week ago Watchdog assessing complaints about FOUR South Ayrshire councillors' conduct

The Ethical Standards Commissioner revealed that four members were subject of complaints.

Politics

1 week ago UN Security Council to vote on Gaza ceasefire resolution amid humanitarian crisis

The U_N_ Security Council has scheduled a vote Wednesday on a resolution which demands “an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in Gaza respected by all parties.”

Events

1 week ago MSPs vote down council tax reform despite agreeing situation 'absurd'

Green MSP Ross Greer had tabled proposals for a shake-up of the ‘discredited’ system

Politics

1 week ago Prolonged efforts to close Perth port compared to getting man on the moon

Perth and Kinross Council voted to stop operating Perth Harbour as a commercial port in February 2023 but it remains open

Politics

2 w. ago No National Park for Ayrshire as Scottish Government drop plans

Plans for the Galloway National Park which would have included parts of South and East Ayrshire have been dropped by the Scottish Government.

Politics

2 w. ago Worries over pause on applications to South Ayrshire Coastal Communities Fund

South Ayrshire Council has agreed to pause applications to the £140k fund, instead directly supporting projects that have already been deemed suitable

Politics

2 w. ago Warning for South Ayrshire pubs allowing illegal drinking outside

The prolonged period of good weather saw more venues allow outdoor drinking, but some have not sought permission to do so.

Events

2 w. ago Charity group celebrates positive review after unannounced spot check

Crossroads (South Ayrshire) Care Attendant Scheme was graded as ‘very good’ across two quality indicators.

Politics

2 w. ago Ayr MSP urges local organisations to apply for CashBack for communities funding

Organisations across South Ayrshire can apply for a share of £26m available through the next round of the The Scottish Government initiative.

Economics