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Using data and technology to make council services more effective and efficient was discussed at today’s Environment, Development and Infrastructure committee (19 December).

Plans for The Helensburgh Pier Company Ltd (HPC) to take on a new lease of the town’s timber pier took a step forward this week when Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute Council agreed to the Heads of Terms.

Transport Scotland has provided £78,000 to Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute Council to identify suitable areas to introduced 20mph restrictions locally, for a trial period, to make streets safer and encourage active travel choices.

Creating more opportunities for residents and visitors to make journeys by walking, cycling or wheeling is the aim of Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute Council’s new Active Travel Strategy.

There are many great reasons to live in Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute. For me, our vibrant communities make this area so special. I am lucky to witness the incredible community spirit both in my own neighbourhood and as I travel across Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute.

Rothesay Harbour stabilisation work completes this week well ahead of schedule and on budget.

People in Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute could have the chance to give their views on a visitor levy for the area if councillors approve a three month formal consultation exercise when they meet this week.

Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute’s young people achieved above national average results across nearly all qualifications, according to the latest analysis of this year’s exam results. The data reveals impressive achievements across National 4 and 5, and Advanced Higher levels.

New figures reveal that 94.3% of 16-19 year olds in Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute are engaged in education, training, or employment—1.6% above the national average. This achievement places Â鶹¸ßÇå and Bute Council ninth out of 32 local authorities in Scotland for participation levels, marking the seventh consecutive year in the top ten.

After extensive consultation with parents, carers, pupils, school staff, and trade unions, today Councillors agreed school holiday dates for 2026-2029.