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Perth and Kinross Council is proposing a major step forward in delivering affordable housing by adopting Mid Market Rent (MMR) as a key part of its housing strategy.

Pubs across Perth and Kinross will be able to open later for Scotland and other Home Nation matches during this summer's World Cup.

A short-term pilot out of hours crisis support service for people in North Perthshire experiencing difficulties with mental health, mental wellbeing, substance use and/or suicidal thoughts begins operating on Friday 13 March 2026.

Perth and Kinross residents want to drive less and at the same time walk, wheel, or cycle more, according to new research.

A programme of works has got underway this week on the A93 north of Bridge of Cally, to upgrade the road's crash barrier at various locations along the road, and to install Bikeguards barriers to prevent motorbikes from going under the crash barrier and reduce the impact on motorcyclists themselves in the event of a crash.

Perth and Kinross Council today (4 March 2026) agreed a budget for 2026/27 that prioritises essential services, supports residents with the greatest needs, and invests in the long‑term sustainability of communities across the area.

Scottish Government Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth saw first-hand how Perth and Kinross Council investment in Intensive Support Provisions is supporting pupils with Additional Support Needs on Friday.

Following the diesel spill incident near Killin, clean-up activities continue, led by SEPA and Scottish Water.