The Latest Breaking News from Brian McGinley

South Ayrshire Council sees change in Labour and SNP leaders on day of drama

New leadership is at the helm of both parties heading into the summer recess.

Daily Record · Jun 9, 2023

Conservative airshow money claims are 'pie in the sky' says Labour group leader

Councillor Brian McGinley took issue with Council Leader Martin Dowey's claims over the value of income generation to the Council.

Daily Record · Mar 13, 2023

Conservatives called out for creating 'hand-knitted' cabinet post for Councillor Bob Shields

The council also merged two scrutiny panels after another major decision goes to Provost's casting vote.

Daily Record · Mar 7, 2023

South Ayrshire Council redundancies can't be ruled out as £14m budget blackhole looms

Labour group leader Brian McGinley asked South Ayrshire Council leader whether there would be a change to position on non-compulsory redundancies.

Daily Record · Oct 24, 2022

SNP and Labour vow to fight cancellation of £52m Ayr leisure centre

SNP and Labour say they will look at their options, including setting up petition, to revive project

Daily Record · Oct 17, 2022

Citadel refurb cost rises as councillors clash over 'family friendly' jibe

The Conservative administration achieved their manifesto promise, but faced flack from opposition parties.

Daily Record · Oct 14, 2022

Council leader doubles down on plans for scrapping leisure centre

South Ayrshire Council administration has pledged to scrap new Ayr leisure centre, but, under council governance procedures, must wait until any decision can be made on the future of the project.

Daily Record · Sep 12, 2022

Plans for 2023 airshow in Ayr scrutinised as council's approach is questioned

Council Leader Martin Dowey was questioned about the work being done to secure return of popular event.

Daily Record · Sep 12, 2022

Islamophobia defined at South Ayrshire Council meeting as officials strive to tackle racism

All three parties spoke out against discrimination but disagreed over timing of report on defining anti-Muslim attitudes

Daily Record · Jul 8, 2022

Ayr high flats rescue plan suffers huge blow as Conservative bid is defeated

Opposition parties and independents join in defeating motion to look at what it would take to save Riverside Place flats.

Daily Record · Jul 4, 2022