Council news

The investigation into the cause of the explosion in Kincaidston is still ongoing and the site is still under the control of Police Scotland. 26 October 2021.

Today South Ayrshire Council's Leadership Panel considered the Council's long-term financial outlook, agreeing a medium-term plan to ensure the continued financial sustainability of the Council. 26 October 2021.

Over the weekend Officers from Property Maintenance carried out initial essential maintenance on the exterior of the homes between the inner and outer cordon. 25 October 2021.

There are 38 properties which are still within the cordoned off area and are not yet safe to return. We intend to call each of those householders today to advise them of next steps. 22 October 2021.

Girvan-based biomass company Land Energy hosted staff and members of Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere's Partnership Board this week. 22 October 2021.

As at 3.30pm today, 386 homes in Kincaidston have been inspected and are now deemed safe. We are continuing to contact the residents of these properties directly to advise them. 21 October 2021.

Our Building Standards team are carrying out individual inspections of all homes in the affected area to assess them for safety and, as at 11.30 am today, a total of 303 properties in Kincaidston have been inspected and have been deemed suitable for people to return. 21 October 2021.

To date (as at 3 pm on Wednesday 20 October) we have been able to identify around 46 properties which householders can safely return to. This process started yesterday afternoon and is ongoing today. 20 October 2021.

Following the devastating explosion in Kincaidston, Ayr on Monday evening, South Ayrshire Council continue to work closely with the emergency services and other partners to ensure people can return safely to their homes as soon as possible.

At the moment, the Council is working with emergency services to determine who will be able to return to their house and who will not due to ongoing building safety concerns. 19 October 2021.