Council service updates
We will keep this page updated with all the latest changes to our services. Information on power cuts can be found at Power Track (ssen.co.uk)
EV Charging Network - Faults - 14.05.25
Electric Vehicle Charger Faults:
We have some faults across our network of 37 EV chargers at the moment. We are working with our maintenance contractors to have these repaired as soon as possible.
The faults and some details are listed below. You can see the full range of publicly available chargers in Argyll and Bute (not just those operated by the Council) on the Charge Place Scotland website.
- 53517 Tiree Ferry Terminal – Charger has come to the end of its lifespan and it is not economical to continue to try to maintain it, we are looking at the best route to replace it with new unit. Unfortunately, there are no other Council chargers at this site, but all public chargers can be found via the Charge Place Scotland website using the link above.
- 53518 Community Centre, Coll - Charger has come to the end of its lifespan and it is not economical to continue to try to maintain it, we are looking at the best route to replace it with new unit. Unfortunately, there are no other Council chargers at this site, but all public chargers can be found via the Charge Place Scotland website using the link above.
- 51510 Tweeddale Street, Oban - Charger has come to the end of its lifespan and it is not economical to continue to try to maintain it. There is an alterative fast charger as this site and alternative rapids in Oban than can be located via Charge Place Scotland website using the link above
Islay and Jura glass collections
Due to a mechanical fault with our refuse vehicle we are unable to collect any glass collections scheduled today. Please keep checking our website for updates for a new collection date
Kintyre Recycling collections - 1100l and 660l bins only
The replacement vehicle for the broken recycling lorry has now also broken.
All recycling was completed on Saturday 10th May. Unfortunately, going forward from Monday 12th May, we are stuck again without a working lorry to pick up 1100L and 660L recycling bins.
We will update when the 1100L and 660L can be uplifted.
Recycling collections - Islay and Jura w/c 12/05/25
Due to mechanical issues with the recycling lorry yesterday, we have been unable to carry out uplifts on Islay yesterday and today. We will endeavour to catch up during the week, so please leave your recycling bin out for collection.
The small bin lorry has also suffered mechanical issues and will not be able to go to Jura today, Tuesday 13th. Again, we hope to catch up during the week, so please leave your recycling bin out for collection.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by these issues.
Bowmore Surfacing Works 16th – 18th May 2025
Bowmore Surfacing Works 16th – 18th May 2025
Localised surfacing through Bowmore from Bunanuisg to the Cruach Road, including the entrance to the Square is planned to start on 16th May for three days.
Works are scheduled to be carried out each day starting at 09:00 and are expected to be completed by 19:00.
During the works, parking is not permitted in the areas indicated by the placement of No Parking cones. These will be placed in advance of the works actually starting in order to allow the proposed surfacing works to take place without delay.
Works to remove the existing surface is expected to be carried out in highlighted areas on Friday 16th & Saturday 17th May. Surfacing will be carried out on Saturday 16th & Sunday 18th May.
Pedestrian and vehicle access to properties and businesses will be maintained. However, there will be times when vehicle access and deliveries will not be possible whilst works are being carried out to adjacent properties. Please contact us on the number given below if you have any access or delivery concerns.
Should you require any further information or have concerns please contact the Council on 01546 605514.
Thank you in advance for your co-operation through the disruption caused by these works.
Recycling & Glass collections - Helensburgh and Lomond w/c 5th May
Recycling collections in Cardross are currently subject to disruptions. If your recycling is due to be collected this week, please leave your bins out and we will catch up as soon as possible.
Glass collections in the Lomond area are currently subject to disruptions. If your glass is due to be collected this week, please leave your bins out and we will catch up as soon as possible.
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Skips and Skip Lorry - Islay/Jura
Our Skip lorry is currently off the road. During this time we cannot accept any skip hires, collections of hired skips or uplift of commercial skips.
We also will not be able to empty any of our recycling centre skips including Bowmore, Port Ellen, Bruichladdich and Jura skip sites. We ask that members of the public please refrain from using any of the skips within these sites for the time being.
We will update the website as soon as we have any further information.
We are sorry for any inconvenience this will cause during this time.
Road Works - Inveraray
From Monday 5th May we will be commencing works at Barn Park, Foulis Road, Riochan and Upper Riochan in Inveraray.
We are asking road users not to park in these areas – no waiting cones will be placed out ahead of works commencing.
Kilennan bridge, Islay
U024 Kilennan Bridge, Islay. Kilennan Bridge on the U024 Avenvogie Road is closed to traffic following severe scour of the structure's abutments and piers during a weather event in December 2024.
Repair works, due to be carried out in January and February, were unfortunately delayed due to Storm Eowyn. They are now expected to be carried out in May 2025 and completed by July 2025.
Access
- No vehicles are permitted to cross the bridge until repairs are complete and the bridge is re-opened.
- Local access is maintained along the U024 up to around 10m either side of the bridge.
- Diversions are via B8016/A846/C012/U024 and vice versa.
Key dates
- The bridge was closed on 13/12/24
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Repairs are expected to take a number of weeks and the bridge will remain fully closed until repairs are complete.
Streetlighting - Church Avenue - Cardross 07/01/25
We are aware of a power supply fault on Church Avenue, Cardross that is affecting a number of streetlights on both Church Avenue and Reay Avenue. Scottish Power are aware of the fault and we are awaiting their attendance.
Traffic lights - Sinclair street junction, Helensburgh
We are aware of the traffic light faults at the junction with Sinclair Street and East and West Clyde Street, Helensburgh. This has been reported to our external contractor that manage traffic signals on our behalf and they will be in attendance today (21/02/25)
Road closures due to fallen trees or other storm-related damage
Bute
- Montague Street
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