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Launch of New Sundew Badge Connects Young People with Nature
A new outdoor education award - the Sundew Badge - has been launched by Dolphin House, in collaboration with the team at the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere. 02 Oct 2025.
South Ayrshire Council Approves Annual Assurance Statement for Housing
South Ayrshire Council's Cabinet has approved the submission of the Annual Assurance Statement (AAS) to the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR). 01 October 2025.
Council airshow secures win at Scottish Thistle Awards regional final
The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight has won the award for "Best Community Tourism & Events Initiative" at the West of Scotland Regional Final of the Scottish Thistle Awards. 30 September 2025.
Exciting proposals for new Girvan Primary School campus approved
Councillors agreed a range of proposals relating to the development of the new Girvan Primary School campus. 26 September 2025
Council approves proposals for disabled parking provision
South Ayrshire Councillors approved proposals by the Ayrshire Roads Alliance (ARA) to ensure compliance with disabled parking regulations. 26 September 2025.
Education Report highlights positive changes for South Ayrshire schools
The Educational Services Standards and Quality Report 2024-25 was approved at Cabinet. 23 September 2025
Prestwick Leisure Club set to re-open following major upgrade works
South Ayrshire Council is delighted to announce that the improvement works to Prestwick Leisure Club are now complete and the facility will re-open to the public on Monday 29 September. 18 September 2025.
South Ayrshire Council to Introduce New Range of Memorial Options
South Ayrshire Council is pleased to confirm a range of new memorial options will be available to the public later this year. 18 September 2025.
South Ayrshire Council completes chewing gum cleaning project after receiving funding to tackle the issue on local streets
South Ayrshire Council is pleased to confirm that work has been completed to remove the chewing gum on local streets in Troonafter receiving a £27,500 grant to tackle the issue earlier this year. 18 September 2025.
Council appoints new Chief Executive
South Ayrshire Council has confirmed the appointment of Stephen Penman as its new Chief Executive. 17 September 2025
