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Council news Water safety and drowning prevention day at South Lake Watersports South Lake Watersports in Craigavon will host a free activity and education day on Saturday 25 July, to raise awareness of water safety and drowning prevention, in support of World Drowning Prevention Day. With water safety at the heart of the day, attendees will have the opportunity to learn vital lifesaving skills through CPR and […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news ABC Community Planning Partnership Launches Reviewed Connected Action Plan 2026-2029 ABC Community Planning Partnership has launched its reviewed Connected Action Plan, setting out a renewed programme of action aimed at improving the quality of life for residents across the borough. The review and action planning process has been led by the Chairs of the Community Planning Strategic Partnership and its sub-committees, involving a wide range […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news Council awarded Disability Positive Accreditation Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council has been awarded AAA Disability Positive Accreditation by Employers for Disability NI. This award, which is the only local accreditation of its kind in NI, recognises the council as an employer that actively promotes workplace equality, diversity and inclusion. As a member of Employers for Disability NI, the […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news Unearth Hidden Gems this summer with a new programme of Armagh City Guided Walking Tours The Ancient Cathedral City of Armagh is undoubtedly one of the most visually stunning and historically intriguing locations on the island of Ireland. From pre-historic landscapes to an unmatched Georgian architecture, modern day Armagh is built against a rich backdrop of antiquity, clearly visible through its iconic buildings and beautiful open spaces. One of the […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Armagh City Welcomes Back 7 Hills Blues Fest Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is delighted to once again host the 7 Hills Blues Fest, as the much-loved festival returns to Armagh City this summer. Taking place from Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August, the festival promises a vibrant celebration of music, culture and community, with more than 40 free performances […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Community ideas turned into reality with over £114,000 funding! For the last few months, communities from right across every corner of the borough have been putting forward ideas that they think will have a positive impact on their area – and almost 170 applications in total came through to the Tak£500+ project. Three incredible events were then held at different venues across the borough […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Construction of Major Extension at F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio Well Underway Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough, alongside local elected representatives, visited the F.E. McWilliam Gallery & Studio for a special site visit, marking a key milestone in the ongoing construction works. The visit offered an opportunity to gain insight into the transformative impact this major expansion will have on the wider community, […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 6 Jul 2026 Council news Council delegation pays tribute in France and Belgium at 110th Battle of the Somme commemorations A council delegation took part in a four-day visit to France and Belgium this week to mark the 110th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme and commemorate those killed in action during one of the defining battles of the First World War. The delegation included Aldermen Glenn Barr, Margaret Tinsley and Ian Burns; Councillors […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Local Artist Brian Vallely Brings Ulster Legends to Life at Navan Centre A new artistic installation has been unveiled at the Navan Centre, as renowned Armagh born artist JB (Brian) Vallely’s paintings are now on permanent display within the centre. The installation features a series of prints from a recent JB Vallely work, alongside additional images created by the Council’s design team using detailed elements drawn from […] Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 1 Jul 2026 Council news July Holiday Arrangements Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council · 30 Jun 2026 Council news Views invited on a draft visitor levy scheme Views invited on a draft visitor levy scheme crosbier Mon, 13 Jul 2026 - 11:46 13 July 2026 Argyll and Bute Council is seeking views on a revised draft visitor levy scheme aimed at benefiting the local visitor economy and local communities. A council report outlines that a visitor levy could raise millions of pounds for investment in the local visitor economy, to benefit residents, visitors and… Argyll and Bute Council · 13 Jul 2026 Council news Partnership approach to secure future of Helensburgh Pier Partnership approach to secure future of Helensburgh Pier JMillar Mon, 13 Jul 2026 - 11:18 13 July 2026 Argyll and Bute Council, as owners, and The Helensburgh Pier Company Limited, a charity, are working closely together to secure a positive future for Helensburgh Pier.  There are steps that need to be taken to enable the pier to re-open safely. The Council is in the process of commission… Argyll and Bute Council · 13 Jul 2026 Council news Have your say on the future of housing in Argyll and Bute Have your say on the future of housing in Argyll and Bute crosbier Fri, 10 Jul 2026 - 13:50 10 July 2026 Residents across Argyll and Bute are being encouraged to share their views on the housing issues that matter most to them as the Council begins work on a new Local Housing Strategy. The new strategy, which will be launched next year, will set out how the Council and its partners will work to… Argyll and Bute Council · 10 Jul 2026 Council news Isle of Bute makes the shortlist for UK Town of Culture Isle of Bute makes the shortlist for UK Town of Culture crosbier Thu, 9 Jul 2026 - 15:37 9 July 2026 Argyll and Bute Council today welcomed the news that Bute has made the shortlist for UK Town of Culture.  Bute joins 14 other shortlisted towns after nearly 400 places across the UK entered the competition.  Work will now start to finalise the bid with an overall winner being chosen to… Argyll and Bute Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news Enjoy the Clipper, but consider leaving the car at home Enjoy the Clipper, but consider leaving the car at home JMillar Wed, 8 Jul 2026 - 11:11 8 July 2026 The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race could arrive in Oban as early as Thursday this week and to ensure everyone can enjoy the events scheduled throughout the week safely, Argyll and Bute Council has put some traffic management arrangements in place and is encouraging people to use public transp… Argyll and Bute Council · 8 Jul 2026 Council news Investment secured for Dunoon town centre Investment secured for Dunoon town centre JMillar Tue, 7 Jul 2026 - 09:16 7 July 2026 Dunoon public realm will undergo a £1.08m enhancement thanks to its share of a £20million commitment from the UK Government’s Community Regeneration Partnership Fund (CRPF) to multiple projects in Argyll and Bute.  Phase one of the project is the Dunoon Town Centre Investment Scheme which will see £200,00… Argyll and Bute Council · 7 Jul 2026 Council news Key milestone as Tobermory Campus plans move to public consultation Key milestone as Tobermory Campus plans move to public consultation butlerh Fri, 3 Jul 2026 - 13:34 4 June 2026 A statutory public consultation will seek views on relocating the current Tobermory 2-18 Campus to a new purpose-built 2-18 campus school building.  Councillors today approved plans to launch a statutory consultation in terms of the Schools  (Consultation) (Scotland) Act 201… Argyll and Bute Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Immersive classroom opens in Dunoon, bringing new learning opportunities Immersive classroom opens in Dunoon, bringing new learning opportunities crosbier Wed, 1 Jul 2026 - 09:51 1 July 2026 Imagine coming face-to-face with whales beneath the ocean’s surface without getting wet, exploring the interior of a space shuttle with your classmates, or collaborating to solve puzzles and complete timed challenges. This is now a reality for young people in Argyll and Bute, th… Argyll and Bute Council · 1 Jul 2026 Council news Schools break up for summer holidays Schools break up for summer holidays crosbier Tue, 30 Jun 2026 - 09:37 30 June 2026 “I would like to wish all our staff, children and young people a very happy and well-deserved summer break.” Councillor Kieron Green, Argyll and Bute Council’s Policy Lead for Education, reflects on a successful and inspiring year across the education service. This academic year has been another busy and rewardi… Argyll and Bute Council · 30 Jun 2026 Council news Pupils make creative waves ahead of Oban’s Clipper Race stopover Pupils make creative waves ahead of Oban’s Clipper Race stopover crosbier Thu, 25 Jun 2026 - 09:24 25 June 2026 A school design competition celebrating Oban’s role as a host port for the world-famous Clipper Round the World Yacht Race has highlighted the creativity and talent of local primary pupils. Image Marianne, Easdale Primary School The competition attracted 52 entries from Easdale Primar… Argyll and Bute Council · 25 Jun 2026 Council news (26-011) (WESTGATE BUILDINGS, BATH) (26-011) (WESTGATE BUILDINGS, BATH) Anonymous Thu, 07/09/2026 - 09:54 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published 9 July 2026 Legislation Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Bath and North East Somerset Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news (26-033) (DURLEY HILL, KEYNSHAM) (26-033) (DURLEY HILL, KEYNSHAM) Anonymous Thu, 07/09/2026 - 08:47 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published Thu, 07/09/2026 - 12:00 Legislation Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Related document 26-033- Draft Order.pdf 26-033 Site Notice.pdf 26-033 Speed Limit News Notice.pdf DURLEY HILL - PROPOSED.pdf 26-033 Report 1 - TRO Preliminary Consultation.pdf Report 2 - 26-033 Prelimi… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news COOMBEND, RADSTOCK (RAISED TABLE SPEED HUMPS) COOMBEND, RADSTOCK (RAISED TABLE SPEED HUMPS) Anonymous Thu, 07/09/2026 - 08:34 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published Thu, 07/09/2026 - 12:00 Legislation Section 90A of the Highways Act 1980 Related document Humps Notice of Intent - 26-053.pdf Humps Notice of Intent SITE - 26-053.pdf Raised Table Speed Hump - SOR 26-053.pdf Raised Table Speed Hump - 26-053 Report 1 - TRO Pr… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news (26-032) (MOORLEDGE ROAD, CHEW MAGNA) (26-032) (MOORLEDGE ROAD, CHEW MAGNA) Anonymous Thu, 07/09/2026 - 08:26 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published Thu, 07/09/2026 - 12:00 Legislation Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Related document 26-032 Speed Limit News Notice.pdf 26-032 Draft Order.pdf 26-032 Site Notice.pdf NEWTOWN - MOORLEDGE ROAD - PROPOSED-V2.pdf Report 1 26-032 - TRO Preliminary Consultation.pdf Repor… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 9 Jul 2026 Council news (26-022) (LYME GARDENS, LYME ROAD, CHARMOUTH ROAD AND A4 (NEWBRIDGE ROAD) NEWBRIDGE, BATH) (RAISED TABLE SPEED HUMPS) (PROHIBITION OF PARKING AND PARKING PLACES) ORDER 2026 (26-022) (LYME GARDENS, LYME ROAD, CHARMOUTH ROAD AND A4 (NEWBRIDGE ROAD) NEWBRIDGE, BATH) (RAISED TABLE SPEED HUMPS) (PROHIBITION OF PARKING AND PARKING PLACES) ORDER 2026 Anonymous Wed, 07/08/2026 - 08:14 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published 9 July 2026 NOTICE is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council has made an order to exercise its powers conferred by section… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 8 Jul 2026 Council news (26-045) (AUDLEY GROVE, KINGSMEAD, BATH) (ZONE 26 AUTHORISED AND DESIGNATED PARKING PLACES) (PROHBITION OF PARKING AT ANY TIME) ORDER 202- (26-045) (AUDLEY GROVE, KINGSMEAD, BATH) (ZONE 26 AUTHORISED AND DESIGNATED PARKING PLACES) (PROHBITION OF PARKING AT ANY TIME) ORDER 202- Anonymous Mon, 07/06/2026 - 08:45 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published 9 July 2026 NOTICE is given that the Bath and North East Somerset Council proposes to make an order under provisions contained in the Road Traffic Regulation Act 198… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 6 Jul 2026 Council news (26-044) (RESIDENT PARKING ZONE 29) (VARIOUS ROADS, NEWBRIDGE AREA, BATH) (PROHIBITION AND RESTRICTION OF PARKING) (AUTHORISED AND DESIGNATED PARKING PLACES) ORDER 202- (26-044) (RESIDENT PARKING ZONE 29) (VARIOUS ROADS, NEWBRIDGE AREA, BATH) (PROHIBITION AND RESTRICTION OF PARKING) (AUTHORISED AND DESIGNATED PARKING PLACES) ORDER 202- Anonymous Mon, 07/06/2026 - 08:41 Category Permanent Traffic Regulation Order Date published 9 July 2026 NOTICE is given that the Bath and North East Somerset Council proposes to make an order under provisions contained in the R… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 6 Jul 2026 Council news Dorchester Street, City Centre, Bath Dorchester Street, City Centre, Bath Anonymous Sun, 07/05/2026 - 22:11 Category Temporary Traffic Regulation Order Date published 2 July 2026 TTRO restriction type Temporary introduction of a loading bay Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order the effect of which will be… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 5 Jul 2026 Council news Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton Redfield Road, Midsomer Norton Anonymous Sun, 07/05/2026 - 22:06 Category Temporary Traffic Regulation Order Date published 2 July 2026 TTRO restriction type Temporary prohibition of parking Temporary prohibition of use by vehicles Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 5 Jul 2026 Council news Richmond Heights, Beacon Hill, Bath Richmond Heights, Beacon Hill, Bath Anonymous Sun, 07/05/2026 - 22:02 Category Temporary Traffic Regulation Order Date published 2 July 2026 TTRO restriction type Temporary prohibition of use by vehicles Notice is given that Bath and North East Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 intends to make an order the effect of which will be… Bath and North East Somerset Council · 5 Jul 2026 Council news Roundtable event focuses on tackling crime and poor standards in supported housing The council has held a round table event with key local and national partners on the issue of Supported Exempt Accommodation. Birmingham Council · 10 Jul 2026 Council news Birmingham City Council invests in extending museum opening hours Birmingham museum opening hours are being extended – particularly at weekends - from July until March 2027, following nearly £300,000 additional funding by Birmingham City Council. Birmingham Council · 6 Jul 2026 Council news Birmingham launches partnership with the Institute of Health Equity to tackle inequalities Birmingham has marked a significant milestone in its ambition to create a fairer, healthier city, bringing together partners to shape the city’s approach to Health Equity and Inclusion. Birmingham Council · 3 Jul 2026 Council news Operation Sunset Seizes Over £650,000 Worth of World Cup Kits and Unsafe Goods in One Week A week of high-impact enforcement activity in Birmingham saw £650,000 worth of counterfeit and unsafe goods seized, as Trading Standards officers and partner agencies carried out two major raids. Birmingham Council · 2 Jul 2026 Council news New modern repairs service launched for council tenants A new, more helpful, flexible and responsive repairs service has gone live today (July 1) for Birmingham City Council tenants and leaseholders. Birmingham Council · 1 Jul 2026 Council news Residents at the Heart of Birmingham’s Expanding Waste Pilot Following a successful food waste pilot, Birmingham City Council will be starting a larger waste improvement pilot on Tuesday 30 June, in North Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield. Birmingham Council · 29 Jun 2026 Council news Cleaner air and safer journeys for children as Birmingham marks Clean Air Day As Birmingham marks Clean Air Day on 18 June, school students throughout the city are taking part in activities designed to show how everyday choices can improve air quality and create safer streets. Birmingham Council · 26 Jun 2026 Council news Statement from leadership on Britain First march in Birmingham A statement has been issued by the leaders of the Liberal Democrats, Greens and Better Birmingham Independents, alongside the cabinet member for equalities, communities and social justice. Birmingham Council · 19 Jun 2026 Council news Birmingham reaffirms commitment to being a City of Sanctuary during Refugee Week 2026 Birmingham City Council marks Refugee Week by reaffirming its commitment to being a welcoming and inclusive City of Sanctuary, as it launches its renewed City of Sanctuary Strategy and Action Plan. Birmingham Council · 18 Jun 2026 Council news Library of Birmingham invites public feedback to help shape its future People in Birmingham are being invited to share their experiences of the Library of Birmingham to help ensure that the library continues to reach its full potential with the best offer for communities Birmingham Council · 18 Jun 2026