New ferry won’t be in service until 2023
The new Arran ferry is unlikely to be in service until 2023, it emerged this week.
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Hope missing man may be on Arran
Police have issued an urgent appeal after reports that a missing man may have been seen on Arran.
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Big fines in new laws to protect livestock from dog attacks
A campaign to protect Scotland’s livestock has been launched following new legislation which protects animals from dog attacks through a range of measures including updating the livestock definition, fines of up to £40,000 and prison sentences for owners who let their pets worry, kill or injure farmed animals.
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Demand for action over loss of vital daily sailings
Only one in three of the vital 7am daily sailings from Ardrossan to Brodick operated during December, which severely limits delivery of goods and services, impacting widely on our island community.
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Argyll College welcomes new chair of the board
Argyll College UHI is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Rosemary Allford as the college’s new chair of the board. This change comes as Andrew Campbell retires from his nine-year tenure in the post, having served on the board since 2010.
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Ferry advisory group scrapped as Østergaard starts new job
The Scottish government has scrapped the once influential Ferry Industry Advisory Group which they consider has run its course.
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New clerk to lieutenancy
The Lord-Lieutenant of Ayrshire and Arran Sheriff Iona McDonald OBE is pleased to announce the appointment of Margo McGill as her new Clerk of Lieutenancy.
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Free water butt for your garden
Would you be interested in a water butt to help water your garden or vegetable patch?
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Health warning as Covid cases remain high on Arran
Health bosses have said for the first time that Covid cases on Arran are high and are urging everyone of the need to live safely and follow Scottish government guidance.
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Funding boost for Arran community garden project
People living on Scottish islands will benefit from community-led wellness initiatives designed to support them to live healthier lifestyles.