South Ayrshire Council

17/09/2026

Congratulations to Cheryl Mitchell, Additional Support for Learning Teacher at Dalmilling Primary School, who was Highly Commended for a national diversity and inclusion award! 🏆

The Herald Saroj Lal Award for a Pioneering Spirit in Equality and Diversity celebrates the work of teachers who actively challenge discrimination and promote a culture and ethos of equality and diversity – both in the classroom and beyond 🌟📖

A ceremony was held in County Buildings, Ayr, to present Cheryl with a certificate to mark this fantastic achievement.

Read more 🔗 https://ow.ly/jw0750ZOHoZ

17/09/2026

Please note Customer Services will close for the public holiday at 4.45pm on Thursday 17 September and will reopen at 9.00am on Tuesday 22 September.

During this time you can report emergencies using the contact numbers available here ➡️ https://ow.ly/4mZ950TpbK5

You can also make payments via our 24 hour automated payment line on 0300 123 0900, or by visiting our website ➡️ https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/pay

17/09/2026

Find out more about the new designs for the redevelopment of Burns Statue Square here⬇️

South Ayrshire Councillors have agreed new designs for the redevelopment of Burns Statue Square.

Subject to planning, work on the £16m project, which has received funding from the UK Government’s Local Regeneration Fund, is expected to start early 2027.

The new design will create a distinct new gateway to the town centre and a welcoming civic space that supports residents, visitors and businesses, and celebrates the square’s heritage by embracing Robert Burns’ love of nature. Based on public opinion, the new design embraces more greenery and a stronger local identity with improved accessibility and loading bays for businesses.

17/09/2026

We’d like to wish our Thriving Communities, Asset Management and Community Asset Transfer and Libraries teams the very best of luck at the Association of Public Sector Excellence (APSE) Service Awards tonight! 🤞

🏆 The Town Centre Environmental Programme is a finalist in the Best Community and Neighbourhood Initiative category.

🏆 The Wallacetown Community Energy Project is a finalist in the Best Collaborative Working Initiative category.

🏆 Our Libraries service is a finalist in the Best Service Team of the Year: Sports, Leisure and Cultural category.

We're also delighted that South Ayrshire Council has been shortlisted for APSE Overall Council of the Year 2026 🎉

Good luck to everyone involved! 🍀👏

17/09/2026

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:
• Crown Estate Scotland - Community Capacity Grants Programme
• Foundation Scotland - Volant Charitable Trust Large Grants Programme
• Triangle Trust 1949 Fund
• Community Radio Fund

For full details of the funds visit our website and click on the funding alert : https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/funding

If you would like to receive a regular e-mail update in respect of funds available please contact [email protected] and leave your details.

17/09/2026

Destination South Ayrshire Autumn Newsletter is out now! ⬇️

Autumn adventures await in South Ayrshire! ✨🍂

Our latest Destination South Ayrshire newsletter is now live and packed with inspiration for the season ahead! From stunning autumn days out and relaxing escapes to school holiday activities and lots of spooktacular Halloween fun, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

🍁 Plan your perfect autumn
🎃 Discover Halloween events and activities
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Find family-friendly school holiday ideas
🌊 Explore the best of South Ayrshire this season

Read the latest newsletter:
🔗 https://southayrshirecouncil.cmail19.com/t/y-e-ftuiro-l-ju/

📬 Don’t miss future editions! Subscribe to our mailing list and get all the latest South Ayrshire inspiration delivered straight to your inbox: https://destinationsouthayrshire.co.uk/mailing-list/

What's On Ayrshire
What's On Ayrshire

16/09/2026

The South Ayrshire Trusted Trader scheme is celebrating 10 years of helping residents find trusted, Trading Standards vetted local businesses 🎉✅

With 47 approved businesses and almost 2,000 customer reviews, it's continuing to build confidence across our communities.

Find out more in our press release here 👉 https://south-ayrshire.gov.uk/article/83945/Ten-years-of-South-Ayrshire-Trusted-Trader

16/09/2026

Have your say on potential changes to South Ayrshire's Taxi and Private Hire Licensing Policy 🚕

A consultation is now open to gather public opinions and comments on a number of new policy provisions within our Taxi and Private Hire Licensing Policy.

You can find more details and complete the survey 👉 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=qceY9FdlpUqYrI_ZFheP2RH-OpUsFt9GilPoxhOjZ2pUQkpPMlRNWUlRWUZSVUlHNjlBQkpPVEdEWS4u

The consultation closes on Wednesday 30 September 2026.

16/09/2026

Our current vacancies include:

Pupil Support Worker - Learning and Inclusion Base x3
Supervisory Planner - Development Management - County Buildings
Assistant Cook - Various Locations x2
Catering Assistant - Prestwick Academy
School Assistant - Various Locations x2
Teacher of Pupil Support (Learning & Inclusion) - Learning & Inclusion Braehead Primary School
Principal Teacher - Learning & Inclusion Braehead Primary School
Cleaner - Various Locations x2
Supply Early Years Practitioner - Various Locations

View our other vacancies and apply now at https://ow.ly/ry8I50XiguU

15/09/2026

SOUTH AYRSHIRE CHARITABLE TRUST FUND 2026/27

The South Ayrshire Charitable Trust has been set up to assist and improve the lives of South Ayrshire residents who are in need because of poverty, age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. The available funding is split geographically.

The fund has now been launched and will close on Friday 18 September 2026.

Who can apply for funding?

Funding is available to groups, organisations and individuals provided they can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the trustees that the funding will be used to help those in need living in South Ayrshire.

For further information please visit https://www.south-ayrshire.gov.uk/article/26890/South-Ayrshire-Charitable-Trust