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News releases - December 2024

Council working with building owner to improve eyesore Blairgowrie site

Perth and Kinross Council is continuing to work with the owner of a former launderette in Blairgowrie to improve the appearance and safety of the site.

Work to begin on Double Dykes improvement project

Work is set to begin on a project that will transform a permanent Gypsy/Traveller site near Perth.

Perth Crematorium Christmas Memorial Service

Perth Crematorium is holding its annual Christmas Memorial Service on Tuesday 10th December.

Knife Angel arrives in Perth

An imposing 27-foot tall statue made of 100,000 seized blades was officially welcomed to Perth on Monday, 2 December.

Celebrating the success of the free bus travel offer

Almost 25,000 people have taken advantage of free bus travel in Perth and Kinross on the first Saturday of every month during 2024 - resulting in savings of nearly £69,000 in fares to residents.

Michael Souter wins competition for Corporate Christmas Card

Michael Souter, a talented photographer of the Facebook group Pictures of Perth and Beyond, has won our competition to have his photograph featured as this year's Perth and Kinross Council's Corporate Christmas Card.

Community groups invited to bid for anti-poverty funding

Community groups in four areas of Perth and Kinross with high levels of deprivation have the chance to bid for a share of funding worth £100,000 to tackle poverty.

Knife Angel seminar addresses knife crime

A seminar on knife crime and tackling violence took place in Perth today (Monday 9 December).

Contractor donation brings Christmas cheer to Letham

Some people living in Letham, Perth, will receive a festive boost this year thanks to a cash donation from one of Perth and Kinross Council's contractors.

Festive colour from local young artists

In an exciting festive takeover of the art Installation 'Meander' in Perth city centre, artwork created by young people from schools throughout Perth and Kinross will appear on a huge brick wall in Burt's Vennel, adjacent to Mill Street, Perth between Saturday 14 December 2024 and January 2025.

Digital map leads to Rising Star Award

Perth and Kinross Council has been recognised as a "Rising Star" by the International Chamber of Commerce for its work creating a new digital map and system to help manage visitors in rural areas.

Prepared for winter

As the festive holidays draw nearer, the Council is doing all it can to be prepared for the impact of winter.

Helping children and young people be seen, heard and supported

Children and young people in Perth and Kinross who are impacted by someone close to them having contact with the justice system are now better placed to get the help they need following a significant training project led by Perth and Kinross Council together with charity Families Outside.

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