Next phase agreed for Tobermory Campus
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 educational benefits for current and future generations on the island. With 84% of secondary aged children […]
Updates to draft visitor levy scheme
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 appointments), and outdoor education centres with a focus on young people would be exempt from paying […]
Zero tolerance approach to abuse of council staff
Today, Councillors approved a joint statement between the Council and our trade union partners that reaffirms a zero‑tolerance approach to abuse of council employees. This statement sends a clear message that no one should face threatening, abusive, or intimidating behaviour while carrying out vital services for our communities. Councillors were clear in their support for […]
Building stronger connections across our communities
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 of the four Area Committees as part of a commitment to support reshaping of business, decision-making […]
Zero tolerance approach to abuse of council staff
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 and physical aggression towards staff across the public sector. The council has now come together with trade union […]