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
“Clear line of sight” out of lockdown for elderly required says Cameron 15th May 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has emphasised the need to provide elderly people with a “clear line of sight” to take them through the coronavirus... Local News
Community comes together for Arinagour pupils 14th May 2020 Members of the local community on Coll have teamed up with teachers at Arinagour Primary School to provide island pupils with a wide variety of remote learning... Local News
Virtual meetings to keep planning and licencing operating 14th May 2020 Over the past few weeks, in response to the COVID 19 crisis, the council has made changes to the way it works to support the continuation of essential services... Local News
MORE MUST BE DONE TO SPEED UP BUSINESS SUPPORT GRANT APPLICATIONS 14th May 2020 Many businesses across the Highlands and Islands are still waiting to access business support funded by the SNP Government. The latest figures show 18.4% of... Local News
Workers given economic security 12th May 2020 The Chancellor has given millions of workers across Scotland economic security right through until October with the extension of the furlough scheme by four... Local News
Parliamentary praise for “outstanding teachers” 12th May 2020 The achievements of a local head teacher and two teaching staff from Argyll and Bute have been highlighted in the Scottish Parliament. Highlands and Islands MSP... Local News
Three Argyll finalists in Scottish Education Awards 11th May 2020 Three members of our Argyll Education Staff are finalists in the 2020 Scottish Education Awards. David Mitchell, of Dunoon Grammar, is amongst the three... Local News
Parents share tips 11th May 2020 Parents from around the county are sharing tips on the challenges they face, and the solutions they are using, to keep the whole family happy during the current... Local News
Focus must be on care home testing 11th May 2020 Highlands and Islands MSP Donald Cameron has said that the fight against the coronavirus must be focused on protecting staff and residents in care homes. Mr... 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