2 h. ago London Ambulance Service cuts response times by up to eight minutes

The London Ambulance Service (LAS) has cut response times despite facing one of the busiest periods in its history

Politics

25 h. ago Prestwick swimming pool to be refilled in latest phase of leisure centre refurb

South Ayrshire Council is embarking on the five-day task of filling the pool at Prestwick Leisure Club as refurbishment nears completion.

Politics

3 d. ago Shoddy tradeswork sparking more than 700 complaints a week – Citizens Advice

Of the 36,534 complaints received over the last year, 5,230 of those (14.3%) involved scams or rogue traders.

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5 d. ago Council unveils new proposal to build extension at Troon Swimming Pool

South Ayrshire Council say they want to provide “improved fitness, leisure, and community facilities,” with the aim of “delivering a better, more inclusive visitor experience.”

Events

6 d. ago Ayrshire farm's tourism plan is blocked by East Ayrshire Council

Owners at Blackstone Clydesdales, based at Blackstone Farm, Rigg Road, Cumnock, previously lodged proposals with East Ayrshire Council for consideration.

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6 d. ago Former watering hole in Ayrshire to be turned into hot food takeaway after plans are approved

Plans were previously lodged with South Ayrshire Council, seeking permission for a change of use, alterations and the erection of a flue at the old watering hole.

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6 d. ago Brazen Ayrshire carer withdraws more than £6000 from supported person's account

Caroline Nimmo took around £6,680 from the supported person’s account while employed as a personal carer by East Ayrshire Council in Kilmarnock.

Economics

8 d. ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July as BYD surges; Neil Woodford fined and banned over fund collapse – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsBritain’s service sector companies were hit by a drop in orders last month, as demand at home and abroad remained sluggish.Service sector growth slowed last month amid a decline in new work, according to the latest survey of purchasing managers from data firm S&P Global.“UK service providers recorded a third consecutive monthly rise in business activity, but they were unable to maintain the growth rate achieved in June.Moreover, new business intakes swung back into contraction during July, with the downturn in order books the fastest for just over two-and-a-half years. Risk aversion and low confidence among clients were the main reasons provided for sluggish sales pipelines, alongside an unfavourable global economic backdrop. Continue reading...

Economics

9 d. ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July; Neil Woodford fined and banned over fund collapse – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsBritain’s service sector companies were hit by a drop in orders last month, as demand at home and abroad remained sluggish.Service sector growth slowed last month amid a decline in new work, according to the latest survey of purchasing managers from data firm S&P Global.“UK service providers recorded a third consecutive monthly rise in business activity, but they were unable to maintain the growth rate achieved in June.Moreover, new business intakes swung back into contraction during July, with the downturn in order books the fastest for just over two-and-a-half years. Risk aversion and low confidence among clients were the main reasons provided for sluggish sales pipelines, alongside an unfavourable global economic backdrop. Continue reading...

Economics

9 d. ago Tesla’s UK sales fall almost 60% in July; Trump attacks ‘woke’ JLR as it announces new boss – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsNewsflash: The UK’s financial regulator has decided to fine former star fund manager Neil Woodford and his investment management company nearly £46m, over the collapse of his popular equity fund.The Financial Conduct Authority says it has decided to fine Woodford £5,888,800 and ban him from holding senior manager roles and managing funds for retail investors.‘Being a leader in financial services comes with responsibilities as well as profile. Mr Woodford simply doesn’t accept he had any role in managing the liquidity of the fund.The very minimum investors should expect is those managing their money make sensible decisions and take their senior role seriously. Neither Neil Woodford nor Woodford Investment Management did so, putting at risk the money people had entrusted them with.’ Continue reading...

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9 d. ago BP launches fresh costs review; Trump attacks ‘woke’ JLR as it announces new boss – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial newsOvernight, UK luxury-car maker Jaguar Land Rover has named a new CEO – winning a blast from Donald Trump.JLR named P B Balaji, the finance boss of parent company Tata Motors, as its new chief executive, increasing the Indian owner’s influence over the company.The CEO just resigned in disgrace, and the company is in absolute turmoil. Who wants to buy a Jaguar after looking at that disgraceful ad.Shouldn’t they have learned a lesson from Bud Lite, which went Woke and essentially destroyed, in a short campaign, the Company. Continue reading...

Economics

3 w. ago East Ayrshire Council confirm timescale for demolition after Kilmarnock fire

Phase one of the demolition started yesterday and East Ayrshire Council are hopeful that King Street can reopen this weekend.

Events

4 w. ago More families blast East Ayrshire Council for axing of ASN transport

Despite having used ASN transport for a decade, Pamela Golightly's son is among those to have lost an appeal.

Politics

4 w. ago ‘Call to action’ as Scotland’s financial services sector looks to add 16,000 jobs

“Scotland’s financial services sector must continue to reinforce existing strengths and address potential barriers to growth” – Sue Dawe, EY Scotland

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4 w. ago More than £7.5 million spent by North Ayrshire Council on emergency accommodation

The bill revealed North Ayrshire Council's emergency accommodation spend.

Economics

4 w. ago ASN transport appeal rejection leaves Willowbank parents in crisis

Parents fear that vulnerable children will be at risk following East Ayrshire Council's decision to remove school transport.

Events

4 w. ago Airshow benefits 'outweigh costs' insist new South Ayrshire Council leaders amidst funding concerns

Brian Connolly and Alec Clark agreed that officers should have budgeted for an increase in airshow costs, but remain firmly behind the event.

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4 w. ago Treating South Ayrshire Council services like a business is key say leadership duo

New Independent Leader, Brian Connolly, and depute, Alec Clark, say a business approach is the only way forward amid cash crisis.

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