Doug Maclean - business writer The Scottish Government has confirmed that it is in advanced talks to take Ardrossan Harbour into public ownership. First Minister John Swinney told the Press Association “It’s a very complex process, but I keep a very close eye on the acquisiition of Ardrossan Harbour. It’s necessary because of the Goverment’s long-term commitment to the delivery of ferry services for Arran from Ardrossan.” Image - Visit Scotland Ardrossan has an integrated ra

Police are appealing for information following a serious crash on South Beach Road in Ardrossan. Around 3.20pm on Thursday, 11 December, 2025, we received a report of a crash involving a MG HS Excite car and a pedestrian. The pedestrian, a 96-year-old man, was taken to hospital where he remains with serious injuries. The driver of the car, a 74-year-old man, was issued with a fixed penalty notice for a road traffic offence. Enquiries are ongoing. Sergeant Gordon Stewart said:

Police are appealing for witnesses after two people were struck by a car that failed to stop in Ardrossan. Photo: Google Maps The incident happened around 6pm on Thursday 4 December on Sorbie Road, near Ardrossan Academy, when the pair were crossing at the pedestrian traffic lights. They were hit by a red car, which then drove off. Officers are urging anyone with information or dashcam footage to come forward. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Police in North Ayrshire are

The Three Towns Locality team has helped Hayocks Community Association to receive an almost £20,000 funding boost. Received via the...

Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, will carry out essential resurfacing and maintenance works on the A78 at Ardrossan, beginning on...

Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona Hyslop and Leader of North Ayrshire Council Cllr Marie Burns co-chaired the latest meeting of the...

Seamill Hydro, the stylish seaside hotel on the stunning Ayrshire coast, has unveiled today (Monday, 24th March ) an exclusive first look...

The Scottish Government has confirmed it is exploring the potential purchase of Ardrossan Harbour. The Cabinet Secretary for Transport...

One of Ayrshire’s leading spa hotels has been unveiled as ‘Best Hotel Wedding Venue’ in the west of Scotland at the National Confetti...

Amey, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is undertaking essential filter drainage work on the A78 between Chapelhill Roundabout and...

The contractors who are currently at the design stage for the new educational facility in Ardrossan are holding an event to discuss their...

The procurement of seven new electric ferries to help support island communities and improve the resilience of the Clyde and Hebrides...

The construction of the new educational and community campus for Ardrossan is now expected to get underway in Spring 2025. The...

The procurement of seven new electric ferries to help support island communities and improve the resilience of the Clyde and Hebrides...