St Cyrus Community Council

28/05/2026

St Cyrus Community Council AGM followed by monthly meeting
Tuesday 9th June 7:30 pm

Papers

20/05/2026

Information on Road Resurfacing

Drivers across Aberdeenshire are being advised to take extra care as a new programme of road works gets underway.

Aberdeenshire Council has begun its 2026 surface dressing programme across the north-east, helping to maintain and extend the life of the region’s road network.

While this essential work improves road safety and durability in the long term by sealing surfaces and boosting skid resistance, there may be short-term changes for drivers to be aware of.

Following treatment, loose chippings will be present on the road surface for a period of time. Although roads are swept several times, it can take a few days for the stones to fully bed in. During this time:

⚠️Drive at or below the signed speed limits
⚠️Leave extra space between you and the vehicle ahead
⚠️Take extra care when braking, steering or cornering

Driving too fast can displace chippings, increasing the risk of skidding or potential damage to vehicles.

Slow, steady traffic actually helps the process by pressing the chippings into the surface and ensuring a longer-lasting repair.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while these important works are carried out to keep Aberdeenshire’s roads in good condition.

Mo re details at https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/news/

20/05/2026

ST CYRUS GALA ROAD RESTRICTIONS

20/05/2026

Scottish Water Newsletter

I’m proud to lead an organisation that provides the water and wastewater services people across Scotland rely on every day.

18/05/2026

Planning Applications
for week starting 18/05/2026
for St Cyrus village.

18/05/2026

A message from our Scottish Youth Parliament representatives:

“In June, we have our national gathering of MSYPs (known as a Scottish Youth Parliament sitting). Sittings involve a wide range of activities but perhaps the most important one is the motions sessions.

To represent the young people of Aberdeenshire during these sessions, we have created a survey (and other engagement resources) to allow us to collate their views and vote accordingly.”

Please take a look at the survey below if you are aged 12-25.

16/05/2026

We have been asked to share this information on Grant funding available. If any group wishes to apply for funding please do.


Year 5 of the Scottish Government’s Just Transition PB Fund is now live.

Community groups and third sector organisations in , & can apply for a share of £1 million to support green, sustainable projects that make a real impact (£333,333 for each of the three areas).

Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01Since 2022, the fund has distributed £4.5 million to support 181 projects across the North East and Moray - now it’s your turn to make a difference.

Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_1Apply for up to £50,000 to bring your eco-friendly ideas to life. Whether it's enhancing local green spaces, promoting renewable energy, or encouraging sustainable transport, your project can help create a fairer, greener future for your community.

Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_2Get funded to deliver projects such as…
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_3Community gardens
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_4Renewable energy installations
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_5Active travel initiatives
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_6Energy efficient building upgrades
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_7Recycling and waste reduction schemes
Image_2026-05-14_10-07-01_8Biodiversity and conservation projects

Be inspired by past projects and apply now at www.jtpbfund.scot

Interested in finding out more? Joining our Fund Overview Webinar on Monday 25th May at 7pm by signing up here https://ava.tfaforms.net/300



With best regards

Dan

I understand that my working hours may not correspond with yours so please don't feel compelled to respond out with your normal working hours.

Daniel Shaw
Chief Executive Officer

07561 292129

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Dh’fhaodadh fiosrachadh sochairichte, a tha a-mhàin airson an neach ris a bheil am post-dealain air a chur, a bhith an seo. Ma tha thu air am post-dealain fhaighinn mar mhearachd, gabh ar leisgeul agus cuir fios chun an neach a chuir am post-dealain agus dubh às am post-dealain an dèidh sin. ’S e beachdan an neach a chuir am post-dealain a tha ann an gin sam bith a thèid a chur an cèill agus chan eil e a’ ciallachadh gu bheil iad a’ riochdachadh beachdan Chomhairle Siorrachd Obar Dheathain.

www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk

Capital funding for green and eco friendly community projects in the North East and Moray! The Just Transition PB Fund aims to empower the residents of Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen and Moray by giving you a crucial role in shaping our just transition to a net zero future in the North East of Scotland.

13/05/2026

May to July 2026 roadworks on North East Trunk Road Network

Good afternoon,

Please find attached a route snap shot for the months of May to July 2026 highlighting essential maintenance works that are taking place across the north east trunk road network.


A PDF of May to June, alongside JPGs of each individual month, includes planned traffic management for each of the schemes. Please feel free to share these amongst your local communities.

Detailed information on each scheme will be issued via a press release and social media, as well as being hosted on our website, when work is due to take place.

Please note the programme is subject to change due to operational planning or if weather conditions are not favourable.

Thanks,
Graham

Graham Gibson

Communications Manager | North East NMC | Transport Infrastructure

07729072380

[email protected]

Amey, Caledonian House, West Kinfauns, Perth, PH2 7XY

amey.co.uk

13/05/2026

Aberdeenshire Council Local Development Plan Bid Assessment forthcoming engagement

Good afternoon,

As part of preparing the next Local Development Plan (LDP) Aberdeenshire Council held a ‘Call for Sites’ process in 2025 whereby landowners/agents/developers were invited to submit proposals for land to be considered for inclusion in the next LDP.

We received 373 proposals which we have mapped. The proposals comprise land on existing allocated sites (in the extant Local Development Plan 2023) and unallocated sites and therefore a number of these sites may already be familiar to your Community Council from previous engagement.

The 373 proposals have been undergoing initial assessment by Planning Officers’. This assessment will ultimately result in a recommendation of ‘Preferred’, ‘Reasonable Alternative’ or ‘Unsuitable’. We would like to involve you in the assessment process by sharing the Planning Officers’ recommendations in your Community Council area and seeking your comment on that recommendation. In early June we propose to circulate maps of the bid proposals alongside a table which will provide reasoning for the Planning Officers’ recommendation and with a 6-8 week time period for responding. Please note, for confidentiality reasons, we will not be circulating the bid submissions or the Planning Officers’ full technical assessments.

It is important to note that at this stage no decisions are being made on which sites will progress to a Proposed Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan. Outputs from engagement with Community Councils, Key Agencies and Internal Council departments will inform revisions to the initial assessments where necessary. Later this year we will have discussions with Elected Members to seek consensus as to the ‘preferred options’ for inclusion in the drafting of the Proposed Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan, which we are on track to publish in Winter 2027 for public consultation and provides the main opportunity to comment on proposed allocations.

If you have any questions regarding this process in the meantime please do not hesitate to contact me.

Alanna Fordyce

Team Leader – Planning Policy

Planning & Economy

Environment & Infrastructure Services

Aberdeenshire Council



Phone: 01467 539369

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Local Development Plan Newsletter: http://publications.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/dataset/local-development-plan-updates

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13/05/2026

News Release

Issue Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

‘Heart of the High Street’ awards will celebrate top customer service across Aberdeenshire

A new retail awards scheme will shine a spotlight on the people and businesses which go above and beyond to deliver exceptional customer service across Aberdeenshire.

Launched this week, Aberdeenshire Council’s Heart of the High Street campaign aims to recognise the individuals, teams and businesses whose commitment to customer care helps keep the region’s town centres vibrant and welcoming.

With sponsorship from local businesses and organisations, the campaign has two key elements – a town centre awards programme and a business support programme focused on raising customer service standards.

Eight award categories have been created to reflect the range and diversity of businesses across Aberdeenshire:

• Making Every Customer Count: Retail Award
• The Extra Mile: Professional Services Award
• The Warm Welcome: Hospitality Award
• The Experience Makers: Leisure & Tourism Award
• Supporting Health & Happiness: Wellbeing Award
• Outstanding Individual
• New Business of the Year
• Loves Local Ambassador

Make your nominations by 7th June online at: engage.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/heart-of-the-high-street

To be eligible, businesses must be based within a town centre and nominations can be submitted by customers as well as by businesses themselves. Public voting will be supported by an independent judging panel comprising representatives from the business community and Aberdeenshire Council.

Alongside the awards, the initiative will work with key partners including Business Gateway to promote and encourage customer service training and development opportunities. This will be supported by the creation of a network of business ambassadors, drawn from winning businesses, who will help showcase good practice through case studies and peer learning.

Two customer service training sessions have also been established to support local businesses in delivering outstanding customer service. The sessions provide practical tips, shared learning, and inspiration to help businesses strengthen service standards, build customer loyalty and celebrate our town centres. You can book your space at https://bit.ly/HeartoftheHighStreet

Cllr Alan Turner, chair of Aberdeenshire Council’s Infrastructure Services Committee, said: “Good customer service is one of the key factors which can set the in-person retail or service experience apart from that undertaken online, helping to drive local footfall and spend in town centres. This is supported by research which has found that good customer service is a key driver for improving town centre vitality and viability.

“Alongside the economic benefits, in-person visits to Aberdeenshire town centres also offer an opportunity for social interactions. These are vital because they foster community belonging and improve physical and mental wellbeing. By serving as focal points for people to gather and connect, town centres can become powerful public health and community assets. I would encourage our communities and businesses to get nominating now to ensure that our good service is duly recognised.”

The inaugural Heart of the High Street awards ceremony will be presented at a showcase town centre event in September.

For more information, email [email protected]

ENDS

Ken Duncan
Marketing & Communications Officer
Customer & Digital Services
Aberdeenshire Council

General media enquiries: 01467 538222
Direct dial: 01467 535531
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Web: www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/news

Welcome to the Heart of the High Street Awards Nomination Form We know how important good customer service is. Help us celebrate the people and businesses that make our town centres warm, welcoming and vibrant in the first ever Aberdeenshire Heart of the High Street