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Are you in receipt of Council Tax Reduction? Look out for an important letter arriving at the end of November.

“A family atmosphere”, “skilled teachers”, “energetic, enthusiastic and lively learners”, “nurturing and caring” – just some of the words used to describe Glenbarr Primary School in a glowing inspection report published today by Education Scotland.

Residents and visitors gathered on Saturday to celebrate the official opening of Lochgilphead’s Front Green, following a £1.6 million transformation.

"Taking funding away from councils is taking council services away from communities. We are appealing to communities to get involved with us in trying to save council services.”

Improved community health and wellbeing, support for existing local businesses, housing and job opportunities, and attracting new business, are just some of the benefits of ongoing place based regeneration projects across Argyll and Bute.  

Landowners, businesses and communities are being encouraged by Argyll and Bute Council to sign up to a new scheme that will enable them to make some extra income whilst helping to provide safe overnight parking for motorcaravans.

“Winning the World’s Best School for Community Collaboration would not have been possible without the help of our outstanding local community.”

Argyll and Bute Council has now submitted a business case and funding application to the Scottish Government’s Learning Estate Investment Programme (LEIP) for a new school campus on Mull.

A leading Argyll and Bute green initiative has been nominated for three top awards across the UK, including one of Scotland’s most prestigious environmental awards.

The Leader of Argyll and Bute Council has welcomed news that the new Kerrera road, connecting the north and south of the island is now complete, making it easier for residents to stay connected in the community.