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Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views on a revised draft visitor levy scheme aimed at benefiting the local visitor economy and local communities.

Argyll and Bute Council, as owners, and The Helensburgh Pier Company Limited, a charity, are working closely together to secure a positive future for Helensburgh Pier.

Residents across Argyll and Bute are being encouraged to share their views on the housing issues that matter most to them as the Council begins work on a new Local Housing Strategy.

Argyll and Bute Council today welcomed the news that Bute has made the shortlist for UK Town of Culture.

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race could arrive in Oban as early as Thursday this week and to ensure everyone can enjoy the events scheduled throughout the week safely, Argyll and Bute Council has put some traffic management arrangements in place and is encouraging people to use public transport where possible.

Dunoon public realm will undergo a £1.08m enhancement thanks to its share of a £20million commitment from the UK Government’s Community Regeneration Partnership Fund (CRPF) to multiple projects in Argyll and Bute.

Imagine coming face-to-face with whales beneath the ocean’s surface without getting wet, exploring the interior of a space shuttle with your classmates, or collaborating to solve puzzles and complete timed challenges. This is now a reality for young people in Argyll and Bute, thanks to a new state-of-the-art immersive classroom that has opened in Dunoon.

“I would like to wish all our staff, children and young people a very happy and well-deserved summer break.”
Councillor Kieron Green, Argyll and Bute Council’s Policy Lead for Education, reflects on a successful and inspiring year across the education service.

A school design competition celebrating Oban’s role as a host port for the world-famous Clipper Round the World Yacht Race has highlighted the creativity and talent of local primary pupils.

Argyll and Bute Council is set to launch a public consultation on a draft visitor levy scheme aimed at sustaining and enhancing the area’s visitor economy and supporting local communities.