Residents, businesses and communities across Argyll and Bute are set to benefit from enhanced emergency response capabilities as essential upgrades get underway at Oban Airport. The improvements will create a direct connection between the airport runway and a new search and rescue helicopter base operated by Bristow Helicopters, alongside upgraded airfield lighting, helping to strengthen the region's ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies on the west coast and island communities.

Owners of historic properties in Tarbert are being encouraged to apply for grant funding to help repair and restore buildings within the village's designated heritage area.

People and communities across Argyll and Bute are being invited to play a leading role in shaping the future of Gaelic in their area, following agreement by Argyll and Bute Council on a year-long programme of community engagement and consultation.

Projects helping to restore habitats, tackle invasive species and enhance local green spaces across Argyll and Bute are set to benefit from new investment through the Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund.

From community events and cultural activities to education and public services, a new Gaelic Language Plan will help create more opportunities for people across Argyll and Bute to connect with Gaelic in their everyday lives.

Communities, businesses and island residents across Argyll and Bute are set to benefit from almost £1.6 million of investment to support regeneration projects, economic growth, community infrastructure and cost-of-living assistance.

Argyll and Bute Council is to step up engagement with both the UK and Scottish Governments following an independent evaluation that highlights the significant benefits delivered by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and warns of the impact of the loss of future funding.

The Council decided today to refer the task of identifying options for the future of the Helensburgh Waterfront to the Helensburgh and Lomond Area Committee having considered the results of the recent public consultation and after hearing from community representatives on the previous proposals.

Children and young people in Sandbank and Dunoon can look forward to enjoying improved, more accessible and inclusive play facilities as work gets underway to upgrade Sandbank and Glen Morag play parks.

Five projects in Argyll and Bute have been put forward for the next round of the Scottish Government's Regeneration Capital Grant Fund (RCGF), with more than £4 million of investment being sought to support community facilities, economic development and visitor infrastructure.