Argyll and Bute Council News
- 2026 Scottish Parliament Election constituency result 08/05/20262026 Scottish Parliament Election constituency result JMillar Thu, 7 May 2026 - 15:35 8 May 2026 Jenni Minto, SNP, has been elected as the Member of Parliament for Argyll and Bute (constituency) in the Scottish Parliament election. Votes from the Argyll and Bute constituency have been counted. The result was formally declared by the Returning […]
- 2026 Scottish Parliament election regional results 08/05/20262026 Scottish Parliament election regional results JMillar Thu, 7 May 2026 - 15:40 8 May 2026 The result of the Argyll and Bute count for the Highlands and Islands region in the Scottish Parliament election is as follows. Image Image The total electorate for Argyll and Bute was 49,796 with 27,666 votes cast. […]
- Dive inspections at Carradale Harbour from 11 May 07/05/2026Dive inspections at Carradale Harbour from 11 May JMillar Thu, 7 May 2026 - 09:14 7 May 2026 Mariners should expect some restrictions at Carradale Harbour, for up to four days from 11 May, as a dive inspection gets underway. Please proceed with caution in the vicinity of the harbour and be aware of warning […]
- And the winner is…. 05/05/2026And the winner is…. JMillar Tue, 5 May 2026 - 12:35 5 May 2026 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. Taking its place on a plinth in the square […]
- Zero tolerance approach to abuse of council staff 29/04/2026Zero tolerance approach to abuse of council staff crosbier Wed, 29 Apr 2026 - 09:57 29 April 2026 Argyll and Bute Council has outlined its commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of employees in a joint statement issued in partnership with trade unions. The move follows a marked increase nationally in incidents of verbal […]
- Next phase agreed for Tobermory Campus 29/04/2026Next phase agreed for Tobermory Campus crosbier Wed, 29 Apr 2026 - 11:05 29 April 2026 Plans to deliver a modern, inclusive 2–18 campus at Tobermory on Mull will resume, following agreement by Argyll and Bute Councillors today. The campus design will support state of the art teaching approaches, accessibility, and inclusion, while providing long‑term […]
- Building stronger connections across our communities 29/04/2026Building stronger connections across our communities JMillar Wed, 29 Apr 2026 - 11:47 29 April 2026 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. Fifty thousand pounds is being allocated to each […]
- Updates to draft visitor levy scheme 29/04/2026Updates to draft visitor levy scheme crosbier Wed, 29 Apr 2026 - 13:20 29 April 2026 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. Healthcare visits by islanders to the mainland (including carers accompanying vulnerable patients to […]
- Help us improve your service – please mark your bins 20/04/2026Help us improve your service – please mark your bins JMillar Mon, 20 Apr 2026 - 11:12 20 April 2026 Argyll and Bute Council’s waste and recycling collection services are provided to almost every household in Argyll and Bute. We frequently review these services to make sure that they continue to provide value for money […]
- Important travel information for Islay ferry passengers – 18 to 20 April 10/04/2026Important travel information for Islay ferry passengers – 18 to 20 April crosbier Fri, 10 Apr 2026 - 14:27 10 April 2026 Due to essential maintenance works at Port Askaig, Argyll and Bute Council has today issued important advice for anyone travelling to or from Islay between Saturday 18 April and Monday 20 April. To […]