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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.

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.

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

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.

Progress continues on a wide-ranging programme of projects designed to support housing, economic growth, community infrastructure and regeneration across Argyll and Bute.

Argyll and Bute Council has reported a significant reduction in carbon emissions, with total emissions falling by 7.9% during 2024/25 and by 35.8% since the Council's 2015/16 baseline year.

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.

The Council has agreed financial support for two local heritage organisations, recognising the growing financial pressures facing cultural and community organisations and the contribution they make to local communities, the visitor economy and Argyll and Bute's heritage.