North Ayrshire Council4 days agoWorld Cup bank holiday in doubt for North Ayrshire CouncilThe local authority has already approved the day off on 15 June, the day after Scotland's opening game.4 days ago17 Feb 2026No blanket late opening for pubs in North Ayrshire during World CupNorth Ayrshire publicans who want to stay open to screen World Cup games will have to apply for a licence. 17 Feb 202628 Oct 2025Council facing £47m budget gap but praised by auditor The Accounts Commission said the local authority was 'thinking big' with its approach to improving services and reducing poverty.28 Oct 202519 Sep 2025AI industrial park in Irvine 'could bring £15bn investment'A UK-based company announces plan to create one of Europe's largest artificial intelligence infrastructure hubs at a site in North Ayrshire.19 Sep 202510 Feb 2024Fears over solar farm effect on wildlife sanctuaryThe Scottish government overruled a unanimous cross-party decision by North Ayrshire Council to reject the plan.10 Feb 202431 Jul 2023Mansion built without permission to be demolishedGareth Wilson failed to submit formal planning permission before starting work on the property.31 Jul 20231 Mar 2023Council tax in seven areas to rise by at least 5%Cuts to local services and increases in council tax are likely as authorities try to balance books.1 Mar 2023
