South Ayrshire Council

Please note Customer Services will close for the public holiday at 4.45pm on Thursday 17 April and will reopen at 9.00am on Tuesday 22 April. During this time you can report emergencies using the contact numbers available here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/ejA3QReE You can also make payments via our 24 hour automated payment line on 0300 123 0900, or by visiting our website ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eiRGn-t7

Councillor Alec Clark, our Tourism, Culture and Rural Affairs Portfolio Holder talks about the proposed Visitor Levy and encourages everyone including accommodation providers to have their say. Visit https://lnkd.in/eCjpb9kw to fill in the survey! The survey closes at 4pm on Friday 9 May 2025.

Our current vacancies include: Director of Health and Social Care - South Ayrshire Partnership - Elgin House Supply Teacher - Various School Crossing Patroller - Fort Street / Citadel Place, Ayr (Ayr Grammar Primary School) Supply Cleaner - Various Public Convenience Attendant - Girvan Public Toilets Senior Social Care Worker (Nights) - Hillcrest Senior Social Care Worker - Hillcrest Information System Training Lead Officer - Elgin House Information System Support Trainer - Elgin House Auditor - County Buildings View our other vacancies and apply now at https://ow.ly/qQYU50TPJ3z

Did you know that there is a wide range of funding sources available to charities, community groups, social enterprises and voluntary organisations for projects in South Ayrshire. These include funds from the UK Government, charitable trusts and the National Lottery. Some available funds include: • Warburtons Families Matter Community Grants Programme • Barchester Healthcare Foundation • True Colours Trust - UK Small Grants • Parks4Life Community Fund For full details of the funds visit our website and click on the funding alert : https://lnkd.in/ex7fUxC6 If you would like to receive a regular email update in respect of funds available please contact externalfunding2@south-ayrshire.gov.uk and leave your details.

Head down to Corsehill Park this Easter Break to see a stunning new display of student-created murals, now installed on the hoarding around the Ayrshire College site base. These vibrant artworks, designed by Ayrshire College students (including supported learning groups), look absolutely fantastic — all set against the backdrop of a park bursting into bloom. 🌸🎨

Save the date! 📅 Wallacetown Community Arts Festival returns from Sunday 27 April - Saturday 10 May 🎉 The free festival, which celebrates the rich history of Wallacetown, will be held in various locations around the community throughout the week and will include film screenings, art exhibitions, music events and more. Staff from our Community Planning Partnership, Ayr United Football Club and The Iris met with local Councillors and school pupils from South Ayrshire on Friday 11 April to find out more about what’s planned. Read more in our press release: https://lnkd.in/eySPfPxk

Did you know our Waste Management team collect over 6,300,000 bins each year? ♻️ Here are some of the team collecting your household waste on their route in Ayr last week.

South Ayrshire Provost Iain Campbell congratulated the Ayr Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets on their recent move to their new home within Foresters Hall, the purchase of which was supported by South Ayrshire Council's Community Empowerment Fund. Read more ➡️ https://ow.ly/Fj6a50VzPAm

Are you looking for the perfect gift? Look no further than the Scotland Loves Local South Ayrshire Gift Card 💙 Over 200 local businesses in the area accept the card – find out exactly where here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eHrBGRMT Businesses can also register for free by emailing lovelocal@south-ayrshire.gov.uk 🆓

Applications are now open for free school transport for the 2025/26 school session. If you think that your child may be entitled to free school transport, please check the set criteria available on our website and submit your application before Wednesday 30 April 2025. If you have already been successful in securing a seat on the school bus, then you do not need to reapply. A new application is required for pupils transitioning from P7 to S1. If you are unsure if your child qualifies for free school transport, or if you need help to complete the online form, please contact our Education Transport team on either 01292 616634 or 01292 612285. These lines are open from 10:00am – 12:00noon and 2:00pm – 4:00pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. You can find out more, including how to apply at: https://lnkd.in/erSTkMgZ