Win-Win of Council Tax Freeze AND more Money Monday, 15 April, 2024 At the first meeting of Argyll and Bute Council since the removal of the cross party TALIG administration (The Argyll Lomond and Isles Group), the council agreed to implement a council tax freeze for 2024/2025 following additional resources from the Scottish Government. Conservative Group Leader Cllr Gary Mulvaney, former Depute Leader of the Council said: “Let’s be clear that only by standing up... Local News
Oban’s Clipper role recognised in Holyrood 26th September 2023 The arrival in Oban of a world famous boat race has been recognised in the Scottish Parliament. The Clipper Round The World Yacht Race will stop in the town for... Local News
Amanda Hampsey selected for Argyll, Bute & South Lochaber 30th August 2023 Local Scottish Conservative members have selected current local councillor Amanda Hampsey as their candidate for the new Argyll, Bute and South Lochaber... Local News
Lochgilphead pipes its way to success 16th March 2023 Lochgilphead Joint Campus excelled at this year’s Scottish Schools Pipe Band Championships, with the school’s A band being crowned the Quartets Champions, and... Local News
Further seven schools accredited for nurture achievements 15th March 2023 A further seven schools in Argyll and Bute have been accredited for their achievements in developing nurturing cultures in their school communities, bringing... Local News
Argyll and Bute pupils continue to shine 10th March 2023 Young people in Argyll and Bute are achieving well according to updated 2022 exam results data published by the Scottish Qualifications Association (SQA)... Local News
Helensburgh Waterfront opens to the public 1st March 2023 The second phase of the £23 million investment to Helensburgh’s Waterfront has officially completed as a new improved public space opens to the public. The... Local News
Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 8th September 2022 We are all devastated by the news we have just heard from Balmoral. The death of Her Majesty The Queen is a huge shock to the nation and to the world. Queen... Local News
Tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 8th September 2022 Councillor Maurice Corry, Provost of Argyll and Bute has paid tribute to Her Majesty, saying: “We are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty... Local News
Cameron seeks answers on ‘unbelievable’ whisky tax plans 2nd August 2022 A Highlands and Islands MSP has sought answers from SNP chiefs on “unbelievable” proposals for a new whisky tax. It has been reported that senior... Local News
Celebrating International Women’s Day 8th March 2024 Find out what we're doing to support our fabulous women on International Women's Day here. National News
We’re tackling unfairness in Child Benefit 7th March 2024 Find out how the Conservatives are supporting families here. National News
Spring Budget 2024 rundown 6th March 2024 Find out how we're growing the economy, with inflation down, wages rising and National Insurance cut from 12% to 8%… National News
Let’s stick with the plan which is working 19th February 2024 Get the latest from the Chancellor on our economic progress here. National News
We are pointing in the right direction 8th January 2024 We're making progress on the country's top priorities. Find out more here. National News
The Sir David Amess Fund 14th December 2023 Find out about our tribute to our beloved colleague and friend, Sir David Amess. National News