12 h. ago Ayr United granted licence for alcohol sales pilot at Premier Sports Cup games

The William Hill Championship club has been granted alcohol licences by South Ayrshire Council.

Politics

5 d. ago Strictly star Dan Walker reveals real reason for TV absence after fans share concerns

Strictly Come Dancing star, Dan Walker, has broken his silence after leaving viewers concerned following his lengthy absence from Channel 5 News and Classic FM

Politics

1 week ago 'Contracts for pals' crisis deepens at Scottish council as two senior figures step aside

South Ayrshire Council faces urgent calls for an inquiry over alleged misconduct by local chiefs following a Sunday Mail investigation.

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1 week ago South Ayrshire chaos continues unabated as Chief Executive resigns over procurement scandal

In private, it was decided that former chief executive of Argyll and Bute and South Lanarkshire Council, Cleland Sneddon, will be tasked with steadying the South Ayrshire ship.

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1 week ago Anna Wintour: ‘queen of fashion’ steps away from American Vogue editor

Wintour has been both King Henry VIII and Thomas Cromwell, commanding power while pulling strings behind the scenesThe departure of Anna Wintour as editor-in-chief of American Vogue leaves a bigger absence in the fashion world than would be left by the departure of any designer or supermodel.For more than three decades, Wintour has held the official title of editor-in-chief of American Vogue – and an unofficial, but widely acknowledged, title of queen of fashion. At any catwalk show, the best seat in the house is automatically hers. Like Beyoncé and Madonna, she has no need of a last name; everyone refers to her simply as “Anna”, although few are bold enough to address her directly. She has been a constant, regal presence, crowned by the signature glossy bob and ever-present sunglasses. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Anna Wintour: end of an era as ‘queen of fashion’ departs as American Vogue’s editor

Wintour has amplified the place of fashion in culture beyond all recognitionThe departure of Anna Wintour as editor-in-chief of American Vogue leaves a bigger absence in the fashion world than would be left by the departure of any designer, or any supermodel.For more than three decades, Wintour has held the official title of editor-in-chief of American Vogue – and an unofficial, but widely acknowledged, title of queen of fashion. At any catwalk show, the best seat in the house is automatically hers. Like Beyonce and Madonna, she has no need of a last name; everyone refers to her simply as “Anna”, although few are bold enough to address her directly. She has been a constant, regal presence, crowned by the signature glossy bob and ever-present sunglasses. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago ‘This is not Edinburgh’: South Ayrshire council set to abandon plans for visitor levy after pushback

Residents and local businesses mostly opposed the visitor levy, stating the area needs to attract more visitors, not deter them

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2 w. ago Naga Munchetty accused of 'bullying female BBC Breakfast colleague and making off

The BBC morning show’s editor has already taken an extended leave of absence amid bullying allegations

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2 w. ago Former Ayr pub could make way for new hot food takeaway venture

Plans have been lodged with South Ayrshire Council, seeking permission for a change of use and alterations at the old watering hole.

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2 w. ago South Ayrshire: The Scottish council, that covers Trump Turnberry, that has shelved tourist tax plans

A tourist tax is going ahead in Edinburgh, with a separate vote in Glasgow on Thursday, but South Ayrshire will no longer progress its own plans.

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3 w. 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 w. 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

4 w. 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.

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