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Preventative Health Programme success in South Ayrshire
In 2025, our classes recorded over 40,000 participant visits. 8 January 2026.
Community Council Elections 2026 - Nominations Now Open
Nominations are now open for South Ayrshire's 2026 Community Council Elections.
Council appoints new Assistant Director of Education
Following a robust recruitment and competitive interview process, South Ayrshire Council has appointed George Docherty as its new Assistant Director of Education.
Council set to exceed social housing targets
47 more homes to be completed or started on site by the end of 25/26. 22 December 2025.
Council Launches New Winter Blue Health Calendar
South Ayrshire Council recently launched the Winter Blue Health Calendar. 19 December 2025.
Finalists Announced for the Robert Burns Humanitarian Award 2026
Three exceptional humanitarians from across the world have been named as finalists for the Robert Burns Humanitarian Award 2026 (RBHA), which this year celebrates its 25th anniversary.
South Ayrshire Schools Take Part in Annual Competitive Dance Competition
The 2025 Competitive School Sport Annual Dance Competition recently took place at Troon Concert Hall.
Final Phase of Consultation Now Live - Scheme for Establishment of Community Councils
Following two earlier rounds of consultation, responses and feedback have been reviewed and collated. We are now entering the final phase of the consultation and are seeking any remaining feedback on the proposed changes to the scheme. 15 December 2025.
A Christmas message from Councillor Brian Connolly Leader of South Ayrshire Council
As a Council we are delivering on our key priorities. 12 December 2025.
A Christmas message from South Ayrshire Provost Iain Campbell
The festive season is once again upon us — a time to pause, reflect, and look back on the moments that have shaped the past year. 12 December 2025.
