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Galloway & Southern Ayrshire Biosphere becomes part of Scotland's UNESCO Trail in a world first for sustainable tourism
A new national trail linking all of Scotland's UNESCO designations has been launched this week. 15 October 2021.
Council launches bereavement boxes to help young people experiencing grief and loss
South Ayrshire Council have launched bereavement boxes as part of a pilot project to help young people across the area who are experiencing grief or loss. 11 October 2021.
Council Approve South Ayrshire City Status Bid
South Ayrshire Council is leading on a bid to win city status for Ayr and the surrounding area. 08 October 2021.
South Ayrshire Council supports Scotland Loves Local Gift Card
South Ayrshire Council is backing the rollout of the new Scotland Loves Local Gift Card - powering the region's economic fightback from the COVID-19 pandemic. 6 October 2021.
Work starts on new Sacred Heart Primary School
Children, parents, staff, Councillors and the Very Rev Canon John A McGee were on hand last week to celebrate work starting on the new Sacred Heart Primary School in Girvan. 4 October 2021.
Council to replant trees following essential work to tackle Ash Dieback
South Ayrshire Council are working in partnership with East Ayrshire Council and the Ayrshire Roads Alliance to develop a plan to tackle a disease that is affecting Ash trees. 04 October 2021.
Council's Best Value Audit Report to be Considered by Accounts Commission
Audit Scotland carried out a remote best value audit of South Ayrshire Council between January and June 2021. 1 October 2021.
Asymptomatic Testing Site to be available in Maybole next week
Rapid coronavirus (COVID-19) testing will be available in Maybole for people without symptoms from Monday 4 October. 1 October 2021.
New Ayr Leisure Centre - 2nd Consultation Set to Launch
We'd like to thank everyone who provided feedback on the design of the new Ayr leisure centre earlier this year - the results of our first consultation are available to view on our website New Ayr Leisure Centre consultation - South Ayrshire Council (south-ayrshire.gov.uk). 1 October 2021.
Council's Pioneering Approach Praised
South Ayrshire Council is leading the way in a new approach to reviewing the work of the education authority. 28 September 2021.