A look at the decade-long issues plaguing Ardrossan Harbour, from ferry contracts to port disputes and redevelopment delays. Ardrossan Harbour Drama A Decade of Delays and Disputes Unveiled Ardrossan Harbour has faced issues for almost ten years. The situation still lacks a clear resolution. Let’s recap key events in Ardrossan Harbour’s troubled decade. In October…
A £61m investment program for West Lothian, focusing on property, schools, roads, and outdoor spaces is being proposed. West Lothian Council Considers £61m Capital Spending Plan West Lothian might get a big cash injection. The council plans to approve millions in investments and will discuss the budget on Tuesday, which includes a £61 million program.…
Moray Council may raise council tax by 26% in three years to address funding gaps and balance the budget. Moray Council Tax Could Rise 26 Percent in Three Years, Reports Say Council tax may increase by £350 next year. New budget plans reveal potential tax hikes. Moray Council considers a ten percent rise and The…
Aging CalMac ferry sidelined due to rust, impacting island routes and causing travel disruption for residents. CalMac Ferry Crisis: Aging Fleet and Rust Cause Island Route Disruptions Hey, guess what’s happening with those ferries? Some routes face big problems and the direct services got cut from February 12-16, making things really tough for everyone. They…
Councilors will vote on a potential 8.9% council tax increase, the largest in years, to cover rising employee costs. West Lothian Council Tax Could Rise By 8.9% After Freeze Years West Lothian councillors will vote on council tax Tuesday. They might agree to raise it by 8.95%. This increase would be the largest in several…
Council Leader Kathleen Robertson discusses councillor pay rises. She says a large rise seems like a lot after new rules. Moray Council Leader Explains Councillor Pay Rises After New Rules The Moray Council Leader spoke about her pay. She said a big pay rise seems like a lot, but new Scottish rules made things fairer.…
Fife Council approves a controversial 8.2% council tax hike to fund vital services and address budget shortfalls. Fife Council Approves 8.2 Percent Council Tax Increase for Residents Fife council tax will increase by 8.2 percent. Labour leaders called it a necessary rise because they need the money for vital public services. The SNP proposed a…
Police Scotland reviews recruitment due to £25.3M National Insurance costs starting in 2025-26, impacting future hiring. Police Scotland Rethinks Hiring Due to National Insurance Costs The head of Police Scotland, Jo Farrell, spoke recently. She discussed possible changes to hiring new officers. These changes relate to some extra costs. These costs are for National Insurance,…
Local group restores Tarlair pavilion near Macduff, creating space with cafe, meeting area, and roof access. Community Revives Macduffs Tarlair Pool Pavilion in Art Deco Style A group fixed up an old pavilion that was part of a swimming pool place. The Friends of Tarlair group led this work. The building is Art Deco style…
Scottish councils may raise taxes up to 10% as freeze ends. Edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife, and others to vote on increases for 2025/26. Council Tax Hikes Loom in Scotland: Edinburgh, Glasgow Face Increases Hey, so Scotland’s council taxes are going up. They might rise way more than inflation! A freeze on tax hikes is ending in…