Baby loss awareness week
Thursday 9th October marks the start of Baby Loss Awareness week, a national week of remembrance, awareness, and support, bringing together charities, healthcare professionals, and families to remember babies who are no longer with us, and to raise awareness of pregnancy and baby loss. Charities MISS and Anam Cara Fasgadh are running a series of […]
New recruitment process
Following the successful phased introduction of our new recruitment process, we are pleased to confirm that the new approach and HROnline Recruitment and Onboarding system will now be rolled out across all services from the 24th November. A number of resources, including training sessions have been arranged to help support you ahead of the full […]
Secondment Opportunity – Environmental Health Authorised Officer
Ready for a new challenge? Looking to broaden your skills, gain valuable experience and make a real difference to communities across Argyll and Bute? Regulatory Services is offering two secondment opportunities until August 2027 for the role of Environmental Health Authorised Officer, based in Oban and Campbeltown/Lochgilphead. This is an exciting opportunity to join a […]
March Cascade
In this issue: In case you missed – Newsflash Coming up Get involved: Quality Conversations survey and sign up for the council’s annual golf day 5 May Connect for Success feature: meet the team behind the Rural Growth Deal What’s new: employee-led communities, a new look Hub, and help with impact assessments Well done: STEMtastic […]
What are your priorities for the council budget?
Communities are invited to tell the council about their budget priorities by using an on-line budget calculator, now available on the council’s website. The council’s funding gap next year is estimated to be around £9.4 million, increasing to £64 million by 2032. Savings can only come from controllable parts of the council’s budget. Some areas […]
October wellbeing
Here are some of the opportunities coming up in October to help us all reflect on our health and wellbeing. World Mental Health Day – 10 October World Mental Health Day is an opportunity to pause, reflect and prioritise our mental wellbeing. Whether you are looking for support, advice, or simply a reminder to check […]
Annual Electoral Register canvass
The annual Electoral Register canvass of all households in Argyll and Bute and West Dunbartonshire is underway. You are not automatically registered just because you pay council tax, and being registered to vote means you will be able to vote in elections and referendums and have your say in the issues that matter to you. […]
Employee Assistance Programme
Balancing everyday life with the requirements of work and home can create pressures for all of us. Did you know you have access to a new Employee Assistance Programme, provided by UNUM? Help@Hand, provides independent, confidential support and information to all employees and eligible family members. Your free services include access to: 24/7 free confidential […]
Male Mental Health Week: June 15th-21st 2026
Men’s Health Week focuses on raising awareness of the health issues faced by men. The week provides an important opportunity to challenge stigma, highlight […]
Secondment opportunity for Roads and Infrastructure colleagues
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to gain specialised experience including Asset Management, Street lighting, Programme Management, Road Safety and Network Management? The secondment will last for one year with a Salary of £64,474 to £70,587. Support and training provided, as required. The role requires frequent engagement across services, with elected members, community councils […]