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With ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ 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 ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ and Bute’s economy and population is the driver for priorities agreed by the Council to 2027.

¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ 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.

¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ remains committed to its position that a permanent solution must be found for issues at the Rest and be Thankful as swiftly as possible.

¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ 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.

The latest round of ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥â€™s Strategic Events and Festivals Fund opens for applications on Monday 7 October.

A new Community Hub in Kilcreggan opens on 1 October, making it easier for residents to access a range of council resources and information.

Fourteen community projects in ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ and Bute have received a share of £365,000 from the Scottish Government's Community-Led Local Development Fund (CLLD).

Council measures to encourage and expand the use of Gaelic are continuing to deliver benefits for young people and communities across ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ and Bute.