4 h. ago South Ayrshire bosses want up to £590k more for airshow after massive overspend

And one of the factors that may make a difference, according to Director of Communities and Transformation, Jane Bradley, is the weather.

Economics

5 h. ago South Ayrshire Tourist Tax put on the back burner for two years

The upfront costs, a lack of definitive 'cash benefit', and industry opposition led to councillors agreeing to pause the project for at least a couple of years.

Events

35 h. 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.

Politics

51 h. 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.

Politics

4 d. ago Police launch investigation after human leg found on beach in South Ayrshire

Police Scotland say inquiry under way after officers called to Prestwick beach Police are investigating after a human leg was found on a beach in South Ayrshire in Scotland.Officers were called to the scene on Prestwick beach, a popular attraction with views of the Isle of Arran from the shoreline, on the morning of 10 June. Continue reading...

Events

7 d. 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

8 d. 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

8 d. 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

9 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

1 week 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

2 w. ago Tourist tax to be introduced in Norway after surge in visitors

The tax will be charged on overnight stays and may also be applied to cruise passengers visiting Norway

Politics

2 w. ago Let us tax visitors on overnight stays in England, mayors say

Mayors across England want to see visitors be taxed on overnight stays to contribute to local economies

Politics

2 w. ago Canary holidaymakers blow as another island warns of new tourist taxes

The Canary Island of Fuerteventura will start charging British holidaymakers a tourist tax if they want to visit its most beautiful locations, officials on the Spanish holiday hotspot have announced

Events

2 w. ago How Britain's 'tourist tax' is keeping visitors away: Experts say No11's 'layer on layer of costs' is making holidaymakers swerve the UK 

Julia Simpson, chief executive of the World Travel & Tourism Council, said travellers are flocking to rival destinations because of the 'layer upon layer' of taxes that have been introduced.

Economics

2 w. 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

2 w. ago Watchdog assessing complaints about FOUR South Ayrshire councillors' conduct

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

Politics

2 w. ago Tourist tax: Will London introduce it, what is it and has it benefited other cities?

Overcrowding, environmental damage, and strained infrastructure; could a tourist tax be the capital’s solution?

Politics

2 w. ago Holidaymaker slams 'nightmare' Corfu hotel with 'no British food and €1.50 water'

"By the time we paid £750 for the holiday, €70 tourist tax for me and my daughter and an extra £450 for both of our meals, I could have been to the Caribbean on that."

Society

2 w. ago No new sponsor to replace Johnnie Walker as Fringe bosses draw up plans to demand tourist tax funds

The Fringe Society admitted it has not found a replacement sponsor for Johnnie Walker

Economics

3 w. ago Calls for campervan tax in the Scottish Highlands amid claims roads ‘can’t cope’ with traffic

Scottish Labour candidate said number plate recognition could be used to charge campervans touring the Highlands

Politics