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Planning Leaders Gather in Ayr to Shape "The Future of Planning" at National Conference
Senior planning professionals and built environment experts from across Scotland and beyond gathered in Ayr on Thursday 4 June 2026 for the annual Heads of Planning Scotland (HOPS) Conference. Held at the University of the West of Scotland's Ayr Campus, the conference brought together leaders from local authorities, national organisations, and industry to explore how planning can respond to some of Scotland's most pressing challenges. Some of the topics discussed included housing delivery,...
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Ayrshire Football Teams Invited to Apply for Specsavers’ Best Worst Team Series
Grassroots football clubs across Ayrshire are being given the chance to star in a national football series as Specsavers launches its search for the next team to feature in the latest season of its popular Best Worst Team programme. The initiative, now entering its fifth season, is looking for a struggling amateur side to receive expert support and guidance from some of the biggest names in football in a bid to transform their fortunes on and off the pitch. The campaign follows the remarkable...
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Ayrshire Achieves Winners Celebrated at NHS Ayrshire & Arran Awards
More than 125 people gathered at University Hospital Ayr to celebrate this year’s Ayrshire Achieves awards. The event brought together staff from NHS Ayrshire & Arran and the three local health and social care partnerships to recognise outstanding contributions across health and social care in Ayrshire. Held in the dining rooms at University Hospital Ayr, the awards celebrated shortlisted finalists across a range of categories, with winners chosen following a public and staff vote. Professor...
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Music at the Park Raises £4,201 for Ayrshire Charities
A community music event in Kilmarnock has raised £4,201 for two important causes. Music at the Park, held at The Park Hotel, brought together 268 people for an evening of live entertainment, laughter and community spirit. The proceeds from the event will be shared equally between The Killie Community and Alzheimer Scotland, supporting work that makes a real difference across Ayrshire. The evening featured a strong line-up of performers, including Jai McDowall and his father, who helped make...
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North Ayrshire school term calendar for 2027/28 Includes reduced summer holiday
Families across North Ayrshire have made their voices heard as North Ayrshire Council officially confirmed its school term and holiday dates for the 2027/28 academic year. The newly-published calendar covers both mainland and Arran schools, mapping out exactly when classrooms will be open and when pupils can enjoy their well-earned breaks. Currently, North Ayrshire’s Education Service operates with two school holiday calendars - one for schools on the mainland and Cumbrae, and another for...
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