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Councillors have approved a new Education Strategic Plan for 2026-2029 after hearing how Argyll and Bute's Education Service is continuing to deliver on key priorities to improve outcomes for children and young people.

Argyll and Bute Council is celebrating continued success in supporting young people to develop skills for life and work, with new figures showing significant growth in employer engagement, work-based learning opportunities and positive post-school destinations through the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) programme.

Parents across Argyll and Bute can access free support to help them develop skills, find work, increase their income and build confidence.

Argyll and Bute Council has made improvements to its household recycling facilities at Helensburgh, Mull, Coll, Colonsay, Tiree and Islay.

From supporting Gaelic learning and community initiatives to securing funding for key development posts, a report going before councillors this week highlights the progress being made to promote and strengthen Gaelic across Argyll and Bute.

Ukrainian families who have made Argyll and Bute their home are marking Ukrainian Independence Day by gifting a picnic bench to Dunoon, as a heartfelt thank you for the welcome and support they have received throughout Argyll and Bute since leaving the war in Ukraine

As part of a Schools (Consultation)(Scotland) 2010 statutory consultation, Argyll and Bute Council is asking pupils, families and the wider school community on Mull for views on the relocation of Tobermory Campus. The consultation is available on the council website from 24 August and runs to 2 October 2026.

Argyll and Bute Council has agreed its approach to meeting new duties under the Scottish Languages Act 2025, including plans for community-led consultation on potential Areas of Linguistic Significance.

Argyll and Bute Council will be undertaking essential repair works to the ferry slip at Port Askaig, which serves the Islay to Jura ferry service.

The Council has welcomed positive discussions with the Cabinet Secretary for Education, Culture and Gaelic, Mairi McAllan MSP, about education for young people on Mull.