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Our Deal could bring hundreds of new jobs, affordable housing and long-term economic growth to Argyll and Bute.

Additional funding, secured by Argyll and Bute Council will help increase capacity at Thomson Court Care Home on Rothesay enabling more residents on Bute to stay on the island and access health and social care.

Argyll and Bute Council would like to thank everyone who attended the Mull Campus drop-in events to talk about what is important to them when considering potential sites for a new 2-18 campus on Mull. The campus is a replacement of the existing 2-18 school in Tobermory.

With Argyll and Bute facing one of its highest budget gaps in recent times, steps to help balance the budget were on the agenda when Council met recently.

Growing Argyll and Bute’s economy and population is the driver for priorities agreed by the Council to 2027.

Argyll and Bute Council remains committed to its position that a permanent solution must be found for issues at the Rest and be Thankful as swiftly as possible.

Argyll and Bute Council has hailed the arrival of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race in Oban earlier this summer as a roaring success and councillors have agreed to consider a proposal to make a bid for the event to return to the town in 2026.

Rothesay Pavilion has taken its next step towards becoming a top cultural tourist destination for Scotland, and a local jobs provider for Bute.

Argyll and Bute Council confirmed its ongoing commitment to promoting Gaelic language and culture throughout the area. However, following an extensive 10-week public consultation, at full council today, Councillors agreed not to pursue a dedicated Gaelic School at this time.

The latest round of Argyll and Bute Council’s Strategic Events and Festivals Fund opens for applications on Monday 7 October.