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Council urges people to plan ahead for Oban Clipper Race

The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race will arrive in Oban this weekend and, as part of bringing the event and its benefits to Oban, Argyll and Bute Council has put some traffic management arrangements in place and is encouraging people to use public transport where possible.

9 July 2024
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Top tips for children starting school in August

Linda Candlish, Deputy Head Teacher of Colgrain Primary School, gives some tips for parents whose children are either starting primary school or transitioning to secondary.

5 July 2024
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Work continues to address housing shortage

Argyll and Bute Council is continuing to work with its partners to address the area’s housing emergency and alleviate the current housing shortage facing residents.

2 July 2024
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Is your child eligible for a school clothing grant?

Did you know that Argyll and Bute Council offers a school clothing grant for eligible families?
You may be entitled to a clothing grant of £120 per child when attending Primary School and £150 per child when attending Secondary School.

28 June 2024
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Council requests waste compliance funding support

The Environment, Development and Infrastructure committee, of Argyll and Bute Council, agreed on Thursday (June 20) to write to the Scottish Government to secure financial support which will enable the council to comply with the upcoming Biodegradable Municipal Waste (BMW) ban.

24 June 2024
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Reduce waste, and save on landfill tax

Reducing the amount of domestic waste that goes to landfill, through promoting reduce, re-use and recycling, remains a key commitment for the council, to help save money, protect services and support climate-friendly measures.

24 June 2024
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Flood funding sought for Oban

Argyll and Bute Council will engage with the Scottish Government to try and secure additional resource to mitigate flooding issues in Oban.

24 June 2024
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