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Over the next few days there will be a number of events around Perth and Kinross to mark Remembrance Day and recognise the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts:

In June 2025, the Council approved a project for the removal of the Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) within Bells Sports Centre, and associated condition surveys. These surveys will help us understand the building's current condition and plan for its future refurbishment.

Improved performances by pupils at Perth and Kinross schools have been recorded as part of efforts to reduce the poverty-related attainment gap among children and young people.

Councillors will be asked to approve ambitious plans to enhance educational opportunities for children with Additional Support Needs (ASN) by creating three new Intensive Support Provisions (ISPs) in Perth and Kinross when they meet on Wednesday 12 November 2025.

Perth and Kinross Council has cut its carbon footprint by 16% over the past year.

Public voting is now open for both the Fairer Communities for All and the Green Living Funds.

Actions to reduce the risk of flooding caused by heavy rainfall have been identified as part of Perth and Kinross Council's Surface Water Management Plan (SWMP) for Perth.

Dance 90s superstar Cascada, Staying Alive, a world-class Bee Gees tribute act, and an array of fantastic local acts will join hosts Stephen Mulhern and Lionel Vinyl to kick off the Christmas Lights Switch-on weekend on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 November in Perth, where Christmas is made.

Bakers are being asked to rise to the occasion when Cakefest returns as part of Perth's Christmas Lights Switch-on Weekend.

Residents and businesses are being asked what they think of a proposed short-term let control area in parts of Perth and Kinross.

A continued commitment to partnership working across Perth and Kinross to support further reductions in the numbers of children and families locally affected by poverty will be the focus of next steps by Perth and Kinross Council, NHS Tayside and other Community Planning partners.

Perth and Kinross Council residents are being urged to Show Racism the Red Card this week.

Residents in Perth and Kinross who are finding it difficult to meet their housing costs are being urged to apply for Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs) - an important source of financial support funded by the Scottish Government and administered by local councils.

A Perth-based charity is supporting residents across the city after taking ownership of a former Perth and Kinross Council minibus.

Perth and Kinross residents struggling with the cost-of-living are being invited to attend a Community Support Event bringing together a range of support services next week.

With the urgent sewer repairs by Scottish Water now being underway and the subsequent road closure is in place, we have become aware of some issues:

St John's Kirk in Perth will host a Service of Appreciation for Emergency Services on Sunday, 14 September at 10am.

125 Live! takes place in Perth City Centre this weekend.

The new £36 million Blairgowrie Recreation Centre opened its doors to the public on Friday 29 August.

Perth and Kinross Council is taking new steps to strengthen its support for local businesses and drive economic growth.

Councillors in Perth and Kinross have endorsed a new framework aimed at making it easier for pupils with disabilities to participate in school.

Community groups across Perth & Kinross are invited to apply for a share of the £200k allocated for the Green Living Fund 2025/26.

Residents, visitors and local businesses across Perth and Kinross are being encouraged to take part in a short consultation to share their views on a proposal to introduce a visitor levy in Perth and Kinross.

Councillors will be asked to approve a statutory consultation about the creation of new Intensive Support Provisions (ISPs) in Perth and Kinross schools as part of the local authority's commitment to inclusive education.

Joint statement issued on behalf of Councillor Peter Barrett, Councillor Sheila McCole, and Bailie Mike Williamson, representatives on the Perth and Kinross Community Justice and Safety Partnership.

Joint statement issued on behalf of: Councillor Grant Laing, Leader of Perth and Kinross Council and SNP Group Leader; Provost Xander McDade, Provost of Perth and Kinross, Independent; Councillor John Duff, Conservative Group Leader; Councillor Peter Barrett, Liberal Democrats Group Leader; Bailie Alasdair Bailey, Labour Group Leader.

Perth and Kinross Council has set out its Education Improvement Plan for the coming year, which aims to raise attainment, improve attendance and support children and young people to reach their full potential.

The new £80 million Perth High School welcomed pupils for the first time on Thursday, 21 August.

Local partners across Perth and Kinross are coming together to raise awareness and encourage open, compassionate conversations about suicide, because talking about it can help save lives.

Holiday periods can present significant issues for some children, young people and families who received free school meals during term time. We understand that there is often a financial strain on some families that may result in some of our children and young people being unable to access a healthy meal every day.

To improve access for patients and reduce misuse of parking spaces, new parking arrangements will be introduced at Drumhar Health Centre from Monday 28 July 2025.

Pupils across Perth and Kinross have been recognised for their creativity and commitment to inclusion as part of Deaf Awareness Week, with a special competition to design a deaf superhero raising awareness of being deaf.

Visitors and residents in Pitlochry and Perth will benefit from improved parking facilities following a significant investment in local infrastructure. Around £280k has been invested in resurfacing works, upgraded street lighting, and improved drainage systems across several key car parks in the region.

Following Police Scotland's confirmation that a man sadly lost his life in last night's fire in Perth city centre, Perth & Kinross Council Deputy Leader, Councillor Eric Drysdale, said:

Perth and Kinross residents, shoppers and visitors will be able to get onboard their local bus services and enjoy free bus travel to celebrate Clean Air Day on Thursday, 19 June 2025.

We have today (Wednesday 11 June 2025) published an update on its ambitious Leisure Assets Review, setting out a bold and joined-up £97m investment plan that will deliver long-term benefits for communities across the region.

Our new Community Support and Enforcement team (CSE) is dedicated to keeping our communities safer for all.

Families and children are set to enjoy exciting new play experiences following a major investment of nearly £340,000 in local parks. These projects are a part of the Council's and Scottish Government's ongoing play area upgrade programme.

Perth and Kinross Council is pleased to announce the extension of its funding to the energy charity SCARF for the financial year 2025/26. In addition to the on-going free home energy advice service available to all homes, a new initiative aims to target properties with poor energy performance to combat fuel poverty and reduce carbon emissions.

Ambitious plans that put Perth and Kinross Council vehicles on the road to a carbon-free future were approved by councillors last week. (30 April).

The new traffic signal junction at Atholl Road and West Moulin Road in Pitlochry is set to be activated today, Friday 11 April at approximately 11:30 am.

Looking for a fun packed programme for the kids during the Easter holidays?

Statement made by Councillor Eric Drysdale, Convener of the Economy and Infrastructure Committee, at the start of the committee meeting on 5 February 2025.

This weekend, Perth will come alive with the vibrant celebrations of the Year of the Snake, marking the Chinese New Year on Saturday 25 January 2025.

We are aware that there is an ongoing level of interest and speculation about progress on a development at Taymouth Castle Estate. Given that some of this discussion includes references to the role we play in the planning process we thought it would be helpful to set this out.