Issue - meetings

Presentation by Time for Change Argyll and Bute

The Group considered a presentation by Cathy Cameron, Time for Change Argyll and Bute. The presentation provided an overview of the organisation’s origin as a youth group and their development since then to include a wider member demographic; their purpose; the ongoing work which was being undertaken to combat the climate crisis and the ways in which the organisation were progressing this; and details of the organisations achievements since 2019 and their plans for 2022. In particular, Cathy highlighted the Climate Change Summit in 2021 and two videos which were created locally and shown at COP26, with further information around this available on the Time for Change Website.

The presentation also provided information in relation to some terms relating to climate change, as well as details of useful resources for anyone who wished to seek further information around the climate crisis. Cathy noted that the organisation were able to assist with projects by grassroots organisations and the advertising of local activities on social media. In addition to the resources available in the presentation, Cathy also highlighted the Community Planning Partnership Climate Change Action Signposting, as well as the ACT Now Project and other local initiatives.

Cathy outlined the ways in which the Group could assist Time for Change in their work and encouraged Members to get involved. She invited anyone who would like further information to contact Time for Change at timeforchangeargyll@gmail.com.

Decision

The Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Area Community Planning Group considered and noted the information provided.

(Reference: Presentation by Cathy Cameron, Time for Change Argyll and Bute, submitted)

Report by Senior Design Officer, Architecture and Design Scotland

The Group considered a presentation by Ness Wright, Architecture and Design Scotland, in relation to the Climate Actions Towns Project. The presentation provided an overview of the Climate Action Towns Project and particularly highlighted work which was planned for Campbeltown as one of the selected locations. Information was provided around the project aims; criteria for selection as a climate action town; and the timeline of the project so far. The presentation also provided an introduction to the team members who were involved in the project.

Ness invited questions and suggestions from partners by e-mail following the meeting. Councillor Armour requested that local Elected Members were kept updated on the progress of the project.

Decision

The Mid Argyll, Kintyre and the Islands Area Community Planning Group considered and noted the information provided.

(Reference: Presentation by Ness Wright, Senior Design Officer, Architecture and Design Scotland, submitted)