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Age-Friendly Community bid success
Age-Friendly Community bid success
South Ayrshire’s bid to become one of Scotland’s first Age-Friendly Communities has been successful. The area now joins the UK Network of Age-Friendly Communities – a growing movement led by the World Health Organisation.
Around 60 places in the UK have already committed to making their community a better place to age in, with South Ayrshire only the second in Scotland after South Lanarkshire to sign up.
An Age-Friendly Community is a place that enables people to age well and live a good later life – somewhere that people can stay living in their homes, take part in activities they value and contribute to their communities for as long as possible.
Councillor Lee Lyons, cabinet holder for Health and Social Care said, “We are delighted to have been accepted to be part of this initiative. South Ayrshire’s ageing population is something the Health & Social Care Partnership and this administration is very aware of; it makes sense for us to get ahead of the curve to help improve outcomes and therefore the wellbeing of our whole community.”
South Ayrshire’s Age-Friendly Community campaign was kick-started at an Ageing Well event in Ayr Town Hall at the beginning of June.
The event, organised by Voluntary Action South Ayrshire (VASA), brought together around 200 people aged 50 and over and gave them the opportunity to have a say on what improvements are needed to make South Ayrshire more age-friendly.
Marie Oliver, CEO of VASA, said: “I am delighted that South Ayrshire has been accepted to join the Network of Age-Friendly Communities.
“We are helping lead the way in Scotland but this is just the beginning – there is a lot of work to do to make sure South Ayrshire becomes the best place to grow older in and, to achieve this, we must keep listening to older people.”
The Age-Friendly Community initiative is being led in partnership by South Ayrshire Health & Social Care Partnership and VASA, with support from South Ayrshire Council and South Ayrshire Community Planning Partnership.
Linda Semple, Chair of the Integration Joint Board concluded, “We are excited to join the UK Network of Age-friendly Communities. Learning from others who are part of the journey will be key to success. South Ayrshire has one of the oldest population rates in Scotland, we hope we are able to lead the way in this work, shaping the direction by working with our communities.
Our Ageing Well Champions Board will be an opportunity for local people to really have their say in shaping our communities going forward. We would encourage anyone interested in being part of the champions board to get in touch.”
Age-friendly Communities: https://ageing-better.org.uk/uk-network-age-friendly-communities
South Ayrshire Council ( Young Avenue, Troon) (Temporary Road Closure) Order 2023 17/07/2023
The above Order, which comes into force on 17/07/2023, imposes restriction on the following roads:
- Young Avenue
Please find attached a copy of the Public Notice, which will be published in the local press on 28/06/2023
A copy of the plan relating to the Order can be found online at https://www.tellmescotland.gov.uk/notices/south-ayrshire/traffic/00000296918.
Share your thoughts on neurodevelopmental supports and services in Ayrshire. Please see purple link for more information
Share your thoughts on neurodevelopmental supports and services in Ayrshire.
Do you, or a child or young person you care for, have a neurodevelopmental difference such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)?
We’re conducting a short survey to learn more about your experiences of neurodevelopmental supports and services across Ayrshire, with your answers helping us to shape future plans and developments.
The survey, which will close on Friday 14 July, should take between 5 and 10 minutes to complete. You can take part by visiting https://tinyurl.com/neuroexperiences
We would appreciate your support in helping to share the survey link among staff, partners and members of the public across Ayrshire where possible and have attached a flyer that can be printed off.
We will also be sharing posts from tomorrow on NAHSCP’s Facebook and Twitter pages and would appreciate any shares on your own service’s social media pages.
FW: Troon & Villages Locality Engagement
Please find attached information on a Troon & Villages Locality Engagement Event taking place on Wednesday 28th June 2023, 12:30-4pm at the Walker Hall in Troon.
We are keen to hear your views on health & wellbeing services & support within your communities in the hope that this information will help us to shape an ambitious plan in getting it right for everyone.
Please share this email with your wider relevant networks.
If you are able to attend the event then please email your contact details below to register your space:
SAHSCP.Engagement@south-ayrshire.gov.uk
Please see below upcoming courses with the Age Scotland Dementia Training Team.
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New Walking Routes on Darley Golf Course Close to Completion
New Walking Routes on Darley Golf Course Close to Completion
Work to create safer walking routes across Darley Golf Course is nearing completion, thanks to funding from the Scottish Government’s Placed Based Investment Programme.
The enhancement comes ahead of our £5 million investment in our golf courses in South Ayrshire, which will see a range of upgrades over the next three years.
One of the existing paths has been extended to connect Kilmarnock Road with Dundonald Road, and two new grass paths are being prepared to allow all non-golfing members of the public safe access to open green space.
As part of the ongoing project, six different length circular walking routes will be developed, and signage, information boards, and bins will be provided along the routes so that litter and dog waste can be disposed of responsibly.
Councillor Brian Connolly, South Ayrshire Council’s Portfolio Holder for Sport and Leisure, said: “These works are essential to allow Darley Golf Course to be more accessible and safer to the public, as well as enhancing it for our regular golfers.
“The course is very popular thanks to its stunning location, and I know that the improvements will make it easier for everyone to enjoy.”
Attachments
- Darley paths 1 Darley paths 1
- Darley paths 2 Darley paths 2
Water Scarcity Update – Scotland warned to brace for significant water scarcity
| View the latest water scarcity report on SEPA’s website.
Below Is posted the latest PR on water scarcity for information. Finally, if you have any issues that you need to raise with SEPA can I remind you that the Southwest Scotland Team is contactable at sws@sepa.org.uk. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) are calling on businesses to pay urgent attention to the growing threat of water shortages and take action, as every part of Scotland has now reached some level of scarcity. SEPA forecasts that 28 out of 83 areas (a third) will be at Significant water scarcity level by 30th June 2023 if there is no recovery in river levels. The latest report, published on SEPA’s website, reveals there has been no respite in any area, and the risk has increased for most. The isolated thunderstorms have done little to alleviate the situation and ground conditions continue to dry rapidly. The Loch Maree area reached Significant last week, the highest risk level, and remains there this week. The Ness also remains at Moderate scarcity, the second highest level, and is joined by the Inner Hebrides, parts of the central belt, and the whole Southwest. The rest of Scotland is in Alert, with the exception of the Shetland islands at Early Warning. The hot, dry weather is expected to continue and dominate into late June and early July, with any further short periods of intense rain unlikely to help water levels recover sufficiently. It follows a drier than average winter across most of the country, and a particularly dry May when Scotland received only 44% of the long-term average rainfall. The First Minister last week convened a meeting of the Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGoRR), which focused on the situation and Scotland’s National Water Scarcity Plan. The plan is designed to ensure the correct balance is struck between protecting the environment and providing resource for human and economic activity during prolonged dry periods, and clearly sets out what actions SEPA and abstractors are required to take at each stage. Engagement with businesses abstracting water from the environment has been ongoing to help build resilience and warn of the increasing likelihood of extreme weather events such as water scarcity. SEPA has seen many examples of good practice and innovation, but the severity of the situation now means we must consider suspending abstraction licences in the coming week in the worst affected areas, including Dumfriesshire and other parts of the Southwest. Guidance has been issued on which abstractors may be excluded from restrictions or have the volume of water they can take reduced rather than stopped. This will only be possible for a small number of abstractors. SEPA will be in direct contact with businesses affected to provide additional advice. Examples of leaflets for business and agricultural abstractors are posted below – along with links to the leaflets on SEPA’s website. Nathan Critchlow-Watton, Head of Water and Planning at SEPA, said: “Scotland’s climate is changing and we urgently need to adapt. Severe water scarcity has significant impacts on our environment, our economy and society. Our rivers and lochs are under immense stress and it’s clear further action will be needed to protect them. “We’ve been working with businesses for some time, with a clear message around adaption. We’re seeing some progressive and innovative responses and we understand the challenges Scottish businesses are facing. That’s why any decision to suspend licences will not taken lightly. However, the situation is deteriorating fast, and we strongly urge those abstracting water from the environment to be aware of the immediate risk and follow our advice and guidance. “Last year, we warned a decrease in summer rainfall may exert pressure on areas that have not experienced water scarcity before, and that’s now happening. It is vitally important that Scotland is prepared to deal with water scarcity both now and in the future and people work together to plan for and manage water scarcity events.” The combination of very low river flows and high temperatures poses a real threat to fish, invertebrates and plants. While some parts of river ecology can recover quickly, others such as fish and plant populations can be seriously damaged longer-term or lost completely. Abstractors and irrigators are asked to manage water wisely, check SEPA’s water scarcity reports regularly and be aware of the situation in their area. They should regularly check abstraction equipment to make sure it’s in good condition and fix any leaks straight away. During dry periods, the volume and rate of abstractions should be reduced where possible. It is also crucial for businesses to have a contingency plan for if restrictions are put in place by SEPA on abstractions. This can include using an alternative source if available within current authorisations. Anyone concerned about meeting licence conditions or wishing to discuss contingency measures are encouraged to contact SEPA by emailing waterscarcity@sepa.org.uk. For more information on water scarcity and to view the latest report, visit www.sepa.org.uk/waterscarcity. Further information on water efficiency measures can also be found on the Farm Advisory Service, NetRegs, and Farming & Water Scotland websites. Further advice and support is available at www.sepa.org.uk/waterscarcity.
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Loneliness Awareness Week is coming. 12th June – 18th June -Please click on purple link for information.
Please see below information from the organisation No-One Dies Alone, please share with your appropriate networks:
12th June – 18th June
During this week we will be promoting loneliness awareness across all our social media platforms and encouraging people to share their moments of connection with those close to them and in their community.
We would very much appreciate it you could share our posts as far and wide as possible and help us to reduce isolation and loneliness!
All connection, no matter how small mean so much and cost so little. Smile, say hello and have a chat and if you would like to get more involved with the campaign you can get more information at:
Please see below link to funding opportunity from National Centre for Resilience. Please click on link below for further information.
This is not available for capital costs
The grant funding is intended to support projects that address one or more of the following objectives:
- Community Preparedness: Develop strategies and initiatives to enhance the preparedness of communities in Scotland for natural hazards, including but not limited to floods, storms, landslides, wildfires, and severe weather events.
- Risk Assessment and Early Warning Systems: Improve the capacity of communities to assess and monitor natural hazards, establish effective early warning systems, and implement appropriate response plans.
- Infrastructure and Built Environment Resilience: Enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure, buildings, and key community assets to withstand and recover from natural hazards.
- Social and Economic Resilience: Promote projects that address the social and economic impacts of natural hazards on communities, including initiatives that focus on vulnerable populations and underserved areas.
- Community Engagement and Education: Develop and implement educational programs, training workshops, and public awareness campaigns to engage community members in building resilience, fostering a culture of preparedness, and encouraging sustainable practices.
The deadline is 30 June.
If you require further information please click on the link National Centre for Resilience (gla.ac.uk)
South Ayrshire Council ( St Meddans Street Victoria Drive, Troon) (Temporary Prohibition of Waiting) Order 2023 See purple Links for more info.
SAC10042_Plan SAC10042_PublicNotice
The above Order, which comes into force on 03/07/2023, imposes restriction on the following roads:
- St Meddans Street
- Victoria Drive
Please find attached a copy of the Public Notice, which will be published in the local press on 21/06/2023
A copy of the plan relating to the Order can be found online at https://www.tellmescotland.gov.uk/notices/south-ayrshire/traffic/00000296582.
For more information contact:
Ayrshire Roads Alliance