ÓûÂþɬ

We continue to work as quickly as possible to carry out repairs to Helensburgh Leisure Centre following the damage done by red weather event Storm Eowyn, and this remains a priority.

ÓûÂþɬ Council’s wild venison in schools pilot has won the ‘Best Sustainability Project in the UK at the Public Sector Catering Awards 2025. The project project brings the best of the local larder from Jura straight to school menus, with children now enjoying delicious wild venison meatballs and burgers.

Plans for a new business park at Oban Airport have taken a step forward with the announcement that ÓûÂþɬ Council has appointed hub North Scotland to oversee the project and Robertson Construction as the main contractor.

The £43 million investment to build a new education campus on Mull is progressing following the decision earlier this month on the preferred site. ÓûÂþɬ Council will now work towards a detailed brief and concept design that will help inform the overall business case.

The Royal Regiment of Scotland (SCOTS) is to be awarded the freedom of ÓûÂþɬ in recognition of its service to the local community.

Plans to restore Rothesay Pavilion to its former glory and develop it into a top cultural tourist destination in Scotland are edging closer as the project progresses to the next stage.

ÓûÂþɬ Council’s 12-week visitor levy consultation is now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated and gave their views through the surveys, information events, emails, and enquiries.

Here to hear you is an opportunity for people to have a conversation with their council’s leadership and share their views on the big issues for the place where they live.

Bequests, open to residents living in the Oban, Lorn and the Isles area, are available to provide financial support to residents in specific local areas.

Ground investigation and survey works will begin on the Tayinloan/Gigha ferry route during the week beginning 21 April 2025.