South Ayrshire Council News

News Archive - October 2011

  • 31 October 2011 14:13

    South Ayrshire partnership affiliates to the Scottish National Stalking Group

    A South Ayrshire multi-agency partnership committed to stamping out violence against women and children has become an affiliate of Scotland's new Scottish National Stalking Group.

  • 31 October 2011 11:43

    Fourth Community Planning Conference

    The fourth South Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership conference, attended by a wide range of local community organisations, agencies and services has been hosted by on behalf of the Partnership.

  • 31 October 2011 09:21

    Graduation day

    Sixteen teachers from South Ayrshire Council schools have successfully completed a Leadership Development Programme for aspiring Head teachers and Depute teachers.

  • 28 October 2011 15:11

    Curriculum for Excellence Learning Festival

    The fourth Curriculum for Excellence Learning Festival has been held at Belmont Academy to celebrate success and best practice in education.

  • 28 October 2011 14:02

    Great Scot - Only a week left to nominate humanitarians!

    Judges for the prestigious Robert Burns Humanitarian Award 2012, have today made a final push for the public to nominate exceptional humanitarians from all over the world before the deadline.

  • 28 October 2011 13:54

    Be Safe Not Sorry With Fireworks

    With bonfire night almost upon us South Ayrshire Council has again teamed up with Strathclyde Police to ensure the public have a safe and enjoyable fireworks night this year.

  • 26 October 2011 14:26

    Bobble Hat or Bust - an Adult Protection short play

    Bobble Hat or Bust, a short play to highlight the importance of adult protection for the thousands of Scottish adults who suffer verbal, physical, sexual and financial abuse.

  • 25 October 2011 08:59

    Provost's First Platinum Wedding Celebration

    John Eccles and his wife Molly have celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary - 70 years of marriage.

  • 24 October 2011 14:28

    Forehill consultation continues

    There's still plenty of time for residents to take part in South Ayrshire Council's consultation on proposals to build houses and a children's residential unit within the Forehill area.

  • 24 October 2011 14:22

    Reshaping Care for Older People

    Growing older is a fact of life, and it is important health and social services work together with older people.

  • 24 October 2011 10:54

    Athletic Sportshall Challenge

    Groups of primary pupils from South Ayrshire Council schools will be gathering at the Citadel Leisure Centre in Ayr on Thursday 27 October to take part in a sporting extravaganza.

  • 21 October 2011 16:07

    Humanitarians wanted for Bard's award

    People from across the world whose work, efforts and deeds pay tribute to Robert Burns are being sought as the deadline for nominations for a major humanitarian award draws closer.

  • 20 October 2011 14:05

    Bringing empty houses back to life

    South Ayrshire Council's innovative approach to tackling empty housing was highlighted this week.

  • 20 October 2011 14:03

    Outbreak - not for the faint hearted

    It your idea of fun at Halloween bobbing for apples or would you rather scare yourself silly? If you like to be spooked, then Ayr Town Hall is the place to be.

  • 19 October 2011 08:47

    Provost opens play area in Tarbolton

    Tarbolton Tenants' and Residents' Association have made a real difference to the local community by transforming the South Ayrshire Council owned play area at Gallowhill Avenue in Tarbolton.

  • 18 October 2011 13:09

    Have a fab night out with Hormonal Housewives

    Carol Smillie will be treading the boards in Ayr next month accompanied by a sparking female cast for the only Ayrshire stop by the hilarious comedy Hormonal Housewives.

  • 17 October 2011 17:38

    Council responds to South Ayrshire flooding

    South Ayrshire Council is currently working to support residents and businesses in the area whose homes and business premises are at risk of flooding.

  • 17 October 2011 11:54

    Westsound Community Awards

    The Westsound Community Awards have recognised the courage, community involvement and outstanding work of some of the residents in communities across Ayrshire.

  • 17 October 2011 10:01

    South Ayrshire children get to grips with the great outdoors

    104 children from Alloway and Doonfoot nurseries are getting the chance to enjoy the great outdoors thanks to an exciting new outdoor learning pilot project in South Ayrshire.

  • 14 October 2011 14:15

    Diamond Wedding Celebrations

    Adam Sykes who originates from Ochiltree and his wife Martha who is from Coylton have celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary.

  • 10 October 2011 08:54

    Council tears up car parking vouchers

    Scrambling for a car parking space on Ayr streets or hunting around to purchase a parking voucher will soon be distant memories for motorists in Ayr.

  • 10 October 2011 08:51

    Council commits to review of parliamentary polling places

    South Ayrshire Council this week committed to a comprehensive review of polling arrangements to see if the process could be made easier and venues more accessible.

  • 07 October 2011 16:02

    Love a-fare was just the ticket!

    Danny and Betty McPherson from Prestwick Road in Ayr have celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary and received a card of congratulation from Her Majesty the Queen.

  • 07 October 2011 16:00

    Childhood sweethearts celebrate Diamond Anniversary

    Childhood sweethearts Joseph and Lilian McGinn recently celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary and received a congratulatory card from Her Majesty the Queen.

  • 07 October 2011 15:32

    Marr Voyager makes a maiden splash!

    A stunning new St Ayles skiff, built by community volunteers, ably assisted by school pupils from Marr College as part of their Duke of Edinburgh award, was launched this week at Troon Harbour.

  • 07 October 2011 15:23

    Council unanimously supports retention of Clyde Coastguard

    South Ayrshire Council has unanimously agreed to recognise the excellent front line emergency service provided by Clyde Coastguard and to oppose plans for its closure.

  • 07 October 2011 11:49

    Search is on for South Ayrshire's Shining Stars

    Budding young singers, dancers and actors will all get the chance to take to the stage from next week as the Shining Stars Stage School gets underway.

  • 06 October 2011 16:39

    Council responds to living wage motion

    South Ayrshire Council today (Thursday) agreed to continue negotiations between the Council and trade unions regarding a higher starting pay spinal point for Council employees.

  • 06 October 2011 09:41

    Licensing Board confirms decision on JD Wetherspoon

    South Ayrshire Licensing Board yesterday evening (5 October 2011) confirmed its decision of 12 November 2010, to grant a licence for the sale of alcohol to JD Wetherspoon.

  • 05 October 2011 08:58

    New alcohol and drugs strategy is launched in South Ayrshire

    An ambitious new strategy to reduce drug and alcohol misuse in South Ayrshire has been launched.

  • 04 October 2011 11:33

    Anti-Stigma Campaign for Children in care launched

    A national campaign aimed at changing attitudes to young people in care has been launched in Ayr by Glasgow-based Who Cares? Scotland.

  • 04 October 2011 11:21

    Hugh and Isabel celebrate their Diamond Wedding Anniversary

    Isabel and Hugh Christie from Dalblair Court in Ayr recently celebrated their Diamond Wedding anniversary.

  • 01 October 2011 17:00

    Consultation on proposed affordable housing and children's unit

    South Ayrshire Council is consulting residents in the Forehill, Glencairn and Holmston areas of Ayr on its proposal to build 19 new affordable houses and a children's residential unit.