The Latest Breaking News from Arran

Scotland’s second home hotspots revealed in new report

THE areas of Scotland with the highest proportions of second homes have been revealed in a new report, which shows major hotspots in rural…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 20, 2022

Alcohol deaths in Ayrshire on rise as health and care chiefs react to grim figures

New statistics show that 91 people died of drink-related deaths in the NHS Ayrshire & Arran health board region in 2021.

Daily Record · Aug 9, 2022

NHS Ayrshire & Arran staff forced to restrain patient during life-threatening episode

The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman (SPSO) said the organisation’s treatment of the patient was of a “reasonable standard” and that the likelihood of having to restrain the patient “had been anticipated.”

Daily Record · Aug 2, 2022

SNP MP Patricia Gibson cleared of sexual misconduct after 'come home and s*** me' claim rejected

An allegation that North Ayrshire and Arran MP Patricia Gibson stroked a male staffer was overturned following an appeal.

Daily Record · Jun 23, 2022

Scottish patients waiting almost two days for A&E care, figures show

The longest wait time reported was in Ayrshire and Arran where patients waited 39 hours and 41 minutes.

Daily Record · Jun 20, 2022

Scottish island trust calls for second home levy to fund affordable housing

A SCOTTISH island development trust has called for levies on empty and second homes in order to build more affordable houses for local people.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 19, 2022

Brewery on stunning island of Arran offering three exciting jobs

The Isle of Arran Brewery is looking for three people to take up essential roles at the brewery near Brodick which lies across the water from the Ayrshire town of Ardrossan.

Daily Record · Jun 14, 2022

Fury at latest NHS A&E waiting times for Ayrshire and Arran

Fuming MSPs have rounded on Health Secretary, Humza Yousaf, on his first anniversary in the post, and told him to ramp up NHS recruitment.

Daily Record · May 23, 2022

Ayrshire GP manager runs 43 mile loop round Arran on birthday to help children access mental health services

Lindsay Pattie ran 43 miles on her 43rd birthday in a bid to help raise cash to support children unable to access vital Ayrshire services in 'crisis'

Daily Record · May 20, 2022

Historic Scotland west coast hotel opening new restaurant and bar with Arran views

It's an exciting food and drink revamp for the famous Ayrshire hotel, which overlooks the UK Open Royal Troon golf course and boasts stunning views out to Arran and Ailsa Craig.

Glasgow Live · May 6, 2022