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£204,000 for communities - you voted, we listened!
You voted, we listened! We're delighted to announce the successful community groups who have received funding from our latest PB round.
01 December 2025

Works are progressing at Seagate Castle
Work is well underway at Irvine’s historic Seagate Castle to help preserve it for generations to come. The castle is an Irvine Common Good Asset.
17 November 2025

Beith and District Community Council Election Result
Notice is hereby given of the recent uncontested Ordinary Election for Beith & District Community Council - read the full update.
11 November 2025

Participatory Budgeting deadline extended vote now
There’s a total 263 community groups that have a chance to receive votes for their share of £204,159 - make sure to vote before Sunday16 November!
07 November 2025

Voting open for £204,159 Participatory Budgeting round
Residents are being urged to cast their votes for the council’s latest Participatory Budgeting round before the deadline on Monday 10 November
21 October 2025

Community Council nominations open
Kilbirnie and Glengarnock Community Council & Beith and District Community Council are due to hold their Ordinary Elections and are seeking new members
03 October 2025

Young people attend Scottish Youth Parliament sitting
North Ayrshire’s Members of Scottish Youth Parliament recently attended Scottish Youth Parliament’s 83rd National Sitting at Paisley Town Hall.
19 September 2025

Get adult learning support from the Core Skills team
Friendly, knowledgeable and welcoming, the Core Skills team can offer in-person and online tailored support to individuals interested in adult learning.
18 September 2025

Application deadline has been extended
Community groups now have until midnight on Monday 22 September to submit their applications for this year's £204,159 Participatory Budgeting Fund!
12 September 2025

Kilbirnie wall mural is on the up
The Garnock Valley Locality team alongside volunteers from the wider community have created a new community mural in the heart of Kilbirnie.
11 September 2025

BABCA open a brand new community garden in Bourtreehill
A local community group dedicated to tackling social isolation and revitalising the areas of Broomlands and Bourtreehill has opened a new community garden
26 August 2025

Nominations open for £204k participatory budgeting fund
Nominations are now open for our participatory budgeting fund - community groups can apply now before the deadline of Monday 15 September. Don't miss out!
25 August 2025
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