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Primary five pupils at Rhu Primary School, determined to make a difference have written to the Prime Minister and MSPs, urging action to ensure fairness and equality for children across Scotland and the UK.

Argyll and Bute is renowned for its exceptional local produce, and now pupils at Inveraray Primary School are enjoying a taste of it in their school meals.

Council and partners call for local growth fund investment

Plans for a new business park at Oban Airport are taking flight after councillors agreed to submit a full business case for funding.

With plans to build a new school campus on Mull progressing, the Council will meet in February 2025 to consider options and make a final decision on a preferred site. The cost of building the campus is Argyll and Bute Council’s single biggest investment estimated at £43 million.

Using data and technology to make council services more effective and efficient was discussed at today’s Environment, Development and Infrastructure committee (19 December).

Plans for The Helensburgh Pier Company Ltd (HPC) to take on a new lease of the town’s timber pier took a step forward this week when Argyll and Bute Council agreed to the Heads of Terms.

Transport Scotland has provided £78,000 to Argyll and Bute Council to identify suitable areas to introduced 20mph restrictions locally, for a trial period, to make streets safer and encourage active travel choices.

Creating more opportunities for residents and visitors to make journeys by walking, cycling or wheeling is the aim of Argyll and Bute Council’s new Active Travel Strategy.

There are many great reasons to live in Argyll and Bute. For me, our vibrant communities make this area so special. I am lucky to witness the incredible community spirit both in my own neighbourhood and as I travel across Argyll and Bute.