Ayrshire health board in financial government move

Ayrshire health board in financial government move

NHS Ayrshire and Arran have welcomed additional support by the Scottish Government in a time of "serious financial challenges". The move sees £1.1 billion being injected into the regional health board, but have now been moved to stage four of the NHS Scotland Support and Intervention Framework. Health Secretary Neil Gray says the move comes with "enhanced scrutiny and dedicated support" as the they aim to get finances, labelled as "unprecedented" by Audit Scotland in November, back on track. Mr […]

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Ayrshire snow and ice warning advice

The Met Office has issued advice for the people of Scotland for staying safe during a yellow snow and ice warning today, with Ayrshire being affected. It has been alerted that road and railway disruptions are "likely" and people are being asked to prepare for the wintery conditions. Inland areas such as the Doon Valley and Garnock Valley could see snow, along with rain, with the warning in place later this afternoon. On their website, the Met Office said: "In […]

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Businesses response to fake notes warning

Ayrshire businesses have responded to reports of counterfeit bank notes going around, and there is advice on how to identify them. Outlets, such as Kilmarnock's Bungalow and TG House of Blondes, have taken on the message from Kilwinning Banking Hub about the fake money and are asking others to keep an eye out. On their social media, TG House of Blonde's announced this week that bank transfers will be accepted for the time being as the notes are "doing their […]

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Praised photographer’s fundraising plea

An inspiring Ayrshire photographer has shared a sponsored walk appeal in helping a friend to beat breast cancer. Caitlyn McDonald, known as Caitlyn McDonald Photography, is helping to push the fundraiser event for Rachel Borthwick, who has experienced reoccurring diagnosis'. McDonald, who has Autism and Auditory Processing Disorder, was praised this week for her "inspiring" nature photography, and will be capturing the walk in aid of Borthwick. The Ardrossan-based photographer believes that coming together can help a "beautiful friend" and […]

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Historic Burns farm on the market

An estate agents has listed a historic Ayrshire property, giving tenants a "rare opportunity" to live in Robert Burns' former home. Galbraith Group has leased East Mossgiel Farm, for £1,600 pcm, where Scotland's bard spent some of his most productive years with the plough and poetry. The four-bedroom rural property, near Mauchline, offers a "beautifully refurbished" farmhouse in a location for families searching for a countryside lifestyle. Commuting links appears as another advantage, with easy access to Ayr, Kilmarnock and […]

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Reaction to Forum fire events

The Ayrshire public have reacted to events of an overnight fire at Irvine's Forum Centre, which forced nearby shop and route closures. Fire crews were called in for a "large scale" emergency response and continued to control the blaze this morning in the North Ayrshire town. Businesses such as Sally Beauty and Ivybank Vets were forced to closed with the Rivergate Centre having to restrict access from the town centre entrance. People in the region showed their concerns for the […]

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Retailer closure threat deals high street blow

A UK retailer has announced it has gone into administration, and could prove a blow for Ayrshire high streets. The Original Factory Shop broke the news during the week with 137 stores, including ones in the region, now being at risk of closure. January 28 saw Joint Administrators Richard Harrison and James Clark appointed to see over trade across the nation's branches. Customers are advised that orders placed before January 28 will be "delivered as usual" with the online store […]

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Charity cheers for duo’s fundraising climb

An Ayrshire addiction charity has praised two ladies' upcoming fundraiser to climb one of the world's highest mountains. Harbour Ayrshire are excited to back Laura McGivern and her friend Mary's journey to climb Mount Kilimanjaro later this year. The charity say they are excited to support the ladies' training building up to their big day in October to raise vital funds. The duo, known as "Two girls with altitude" on social media, have been named "female warriors" in taking on […]

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Charities’ joy for colour run return

Ayrshire cancer charities have shared their delight at the return of an "incredibly popular" fitness event this summer. Ayrshire Cancer Support and Ayrshire Hospice are partnering up to host the Colour Dash on Saturday June 13 at Irvine's Eglinton Park, for the first time since 2024. The joint fundraiser is said to be an "unforgettable day" by organisers who are including an event T-shirt and a fundraising page for each participants' registration. A charity spokesperson said: "Join us for fun, […]

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