South Ayrshire Council

Do you hide or cover up how your partner treats you? If you are living with abuse, we can help you. Visit https://lnkd.in/eqHiCTRy for information on support available in South Ayrshire.

Not sure what to buy your loved ones this Christmas? Give the gift of choice with the South Ayrshire Gift Card. The card can be used at a variety of locations across South Ayrshire, so whether it’s a trip to a cafe, a delicious meal at a restaurant or a unique gift from a bespoke shop, you’ll be covered! Find out more at: https://lnkd.in/eHrBGRMT

Do you want to find out how councils close their budget gap? This is the fourth video in our series which explains everything you need to know about our budget. Previous videos can be found on YouTube https://lnkd.in/epicmPTR, and details on how you can get involved in next year’s budget setting process are coming soon.

Our Thriving Communities team and the Violence Against Women Partnership invite you to attend their information day on Thursday 5 December at the Grain Exchange in Ayr! 💜 The session will include a screening of Hystayria and Holly’s story at 10.30am and 1.30pm.

South Ayrshire Provost Iain Campbell and Depute Provost Mary Kilpatrick were invited by the Royal British Legion Troon Branch to attend a service to mark the Centenary of the Dedication of the Troon War Memorial. Provost Campbell gave the address to the large crowd assembled, in honour of the fallen whose names are on the Memorial, and who had paid the ultimate sacrifice.

Calling all Ayr United football fans! The ‘Somerset Road to Memory Lane’ display is now available at the Heritage Hub in Ayr. The free display showcases Ayr United memorabilia including photographs, letters, football tops, contracts and even the Charity Cup. Come along before the 31 January 2025!

Have you interacted with South Ayrshire Council’s Planning Service in the last year? The National Planning Improvement team are looking for stakeholders and customers of planning authorities to fill out this quick survey. This is your opportunity to say what is working and where improvements can be made. The survey is open until Sunday 8 December. https://ow.ly/B8M950Uj2zV

Like all local authorities, South Ayrshire Council is currently managing challenging financial circumstances. The third video in our budget series explains our current position, and how we’re planning ahead. More videos from the series are available on our YouTube channel https://lnkd.in/epicmPTR, and keep an eye on this page for information on how you can get involved.

Did you know there are a wide range of women’s groups in South Ayrshire, supported by our Thriving Communities team? These include groups in Wallacetoun, Kincaidston and Troon, and independent groups are run in Maybole and Ayr North. You can find out more about these groups on our website: https://lnkd.in/ezv_QpgN

Our Employee Charity Partner, Night Before Christmas Campaign, are reliant on generous donations to help them deliver 'Red Bags Full of Joy' across Ayrshire. Watch our video to hear more from Jodie McFarlane, founder of the charity ❤️ If you'd like to support them, simply choose a gift (or gifts!) to donate, and take them to one of the many drop off points across the area. Their elves will sort all the bags before they are given out to families. The latest date they can accept gifts is Friday 20 December ❗ Find your nearest drop off point here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUrC8D5y Top tips for choosing gifts for 'Red Bags Full of Joy': 🎁 Focus on an age group, and choose gifts to be suitable for that girl, boy, teenager or vulnerable adult. 🎁 Some great ideas for young people include pyjamas, cuddly toys (or other toys like lego, or a doll), toiletries, storybooks, colouring books and stationary, hot chocolate, sweets, hats, gloves and scarves, etc. 🎁 Gift ideas for teenagers or vulnerable adults include smelly sets of perfume and aftershave, hats, gloves and scarves, candles, a handbag, a football, board games, etc. Please know that all gifts are accepted with so much gratitude ❤️