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Mentoring programme changing young lives across Argyll and Bute

“My mentor is just the best person that I’ve had… My mentor has helped me believe in myself more. It helps to have someone to talk things through with.”
“You have helped me achieve so much. I don’t know where I would be without you. I’m so glad I chose to get a mentor!”
These are just some of the words from young people who are benefiting from the MCR Pathways programme in Argyll and Bute.

4 June 2026
Image shows a heart shaped graphic with Argyll and Bute pupils

New Temporary School Closure Procedure approved

Councillors have approved a new Temporary Closure Procedure, providing a clear and consistent approach to decisions on the temporary closure of schools and Early Learning and Childcare settings.

4 June 2026
Jim Chestnut, Sandra Kelly and Ruaraig Maciver

And the winner is….

The winner of the 'Put YOUR Town on a Pedestal' competition - celebrating the heritage of Helensburgh with a brand-new artwork for the Outdoor Museum in Colquhoun Square - has been chosen.

5 May 2026
Image shows two visitors leaning on the wall at Oban harbour looking out to waterfront.

Updates to draft visitor levy scheme

New exemptions, and projects that would be delivered through levy income, will be included in a draft visitor levy scheme for consideration by Council in June.

29 April 2026
Images shows multi coloured houses at Tobermory, Mull

Next phase agreed for Tobermory Campus

Plans to deliver a modern, inclusive 2–18 campus at Tobermory on Mull will resume, following agreement by Argyll and Bute Councillors today.

29 April 2026
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Building stronger connections across our communities

Argyll and Bute Council has agreed a total funding package of £220,000 to be focused on increasing community empowerment, expanding and enhancing links with local community organisations across the Council area.

29 April 2026

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