South Ayrshire Council3 days agoCouncil leaders wary of radical plan to redraw Scotland's local government mapLocal politicians across Scotland are digesting plans for the biggest shake-up of the council system in 30 years. 3 days ago15 Sept 2026Lasting legacy? Ayr to build on Tartan Army's World Cup links with US stateThe Ayr-Providence Friendship Initiative (APFI) hopes to set up a formal friendship agreement between the two areas.15 Sept 202614 Sept 2026Controversial £16m revamp of Burns Statue Square approved The scheme aims to turn the traffic-dominated square into a new civic space and gateway to the town centre.14 Sept 20265 May 2026Council apology after envelopes say photo ID needed for electionThe envelopes incorrectly say photo identification will be needed to vote in the Scottish Parliament elections.5 May 202628 Mar 2026Tom Daley backs campaign to save one of Scotland's last diving poolsHe warned that closing the pool could hamper the growth of the sport in Scotland.28 Mar 202626 Mar 2026South Ayrshire Council rules out World Cup bank holidayCouncillors voted by 21 votes to five to refuse the one-off holiday on Monday 15 June.26 Mar 20266 Mar 2026Council 'facing bankruptcy' as tax rises confirmed Martin Rooney urged political parties and independent elected members to work together in West Dunbartonshire.6 Mar 20265 Mar 2026Councils call for upgrade of 'outdated and unsafe' roadsLocal authority leaders in Dumfries and Galloway and South Ayrshire seek action on the A75 and A77.5 Mar 202618 Feb 2026Job cuts 'inevitable' warns South Ayrshire CouncilA new report says a reduction in the workforce will be central to balancing the local authority's books.18 Feb 2026...
