Provost's Report
North Ayrshire Council · 6 November 2024
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OFFICIAL INFORMATION OFFICIAL INFORMATION PROVOST’S REPORT For the period covering: 9 September – 27 October 2024 The attached report gives a summary and brief details to Council, of meetings and events attended by the Provost of North Ayrshire Council, Councillor Anthea Dickson.
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PROVOST’S REPORT • • • 1 OFFICIAL INFORMATION OFFICIAL INFORMATION PROVOST’S REPORT For the period covering: 9 September – 27 October 2024 Since the last meeting of the Council, I have taken part in many events, including: Prizegiving, Irvine Royal Academy, 11 September On 11 September, I attended Irvine Royal Academy’s Prizegiving Ceremony. It is important that we recognise the achievements of our young people and offer our encouragement and any way we can. This was a fitting ceremony to be able to do just that. I delivered a keynote speech at the event and shared my own personal journey in education, further education and employment. Robert Burns World Federation Annual Conference Dinner, Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine, 13-15 September The Robert Burns World Federation held their annual conference, in the Riverside Lodge Hotel, Irvine from 13 - 15 September. A full programme of activities and lectures were organised as well as their Annual General Meeting. I attended the celebratory dinner on 14 September and the Church Service and wreath laying ceremony on 15 September. I am always delighted to welcome visitors to Irvine and promote the area and all it has to offer. Auchenharvie Academy, Celebrating Success Ceremony, Stevenston, 18 September On 18 September, the Depute Provost attended Auchenharvie Academy’s Celebrating Success Ceremony. The event showcased the talents of our young people and celebrated their successes at a well-attended ceremony. Closing Ceremony, Garven Road Development, Stevenston, 1 October On 1 October, the Depute Provost attended the Closing Ceremony of the Garven Road Development in Stevenston. This £4.5m project was delivered by Cunninghame Housing Association with the support of the Scottish Government and North Ayrshire Council. The site was previously occupied by the former Ardeer Primary School in Stevenston which closed in 1981, therefore the site had lain vacant for many years.
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PROVOST’S REPORT • • • 2 OFFICIAL INFORMATION OFFICIAL INFORMATION Three Towns Opportunities in Retirement, 35th Anniversary, Ardrossan Civic Centre, 3 October On 3 October, the Depute Provost attended a tea party in Ardrossan’s Civic Centre to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of Opportunities in Retirement in the Three Towns. The Group arrange a variety of activities for people aged fifty and over. The event was very well attended, and it was a good opportunity to acknowledge the work of the volunteers behind the organisation. Kirking of the Deaon Convener of Irvine Incorporated Trades, Old Parish Church, Irvine, 6 October On 6 October, the Depute Provost attended the Kirking of the Deacon Convener of Irvine Incorporated Trades. A parade took place from the Townhouse to Irvine Old Parish Church where the traditional service took place. Many local organisations participated and supported the event. Opening Ceremony, Hub on the Prom, Ardrossan, 11 October On 12 October, the Depute Provost officially opened the Hub on the Prom in Ardrossan, which is a new community hub and café. The project is part of a wider programme of regeneration across Ardrossan being delivered by Ardrossan Community Development Trust and North Ayrshire Council. Irvine Running Club Centenary Dinner, Irvine Golf Club, 12 October On 12 October, I attended Irvine Running Club’s Centenary Dinner in Irvine Golf Club. Irvine Running Club has a remarkable history, and over the past one hundred years, it has achieved numerous accolades and seen many notable runners make their mark on the Scottish race circuit. The fact that the Club has thrived for a century is a testament to the dedication, passion, and spirit of its members. Irvine Beat FM, Soul Sunday Show, 17 October On 17 October, I was invited to record an interview for Irvine Beat FM’s Soul Sunday Show. Led by Rev. Neil Urquhart, I was given the opportunity to share my experiences of the excellent work that goes on in each of our communities and the marvellous work carried out by volunteers.
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PROVOST’S REPORT • • • 3 OFFICIAL INFORMATION OFFICIAL INFORMATION One Space, 6 Visions Exhibition, Studio 44 Gallery, Largs, 18 October On 18 October, I visited the One Space, 6 Visions Exhibition in Largs. There was a fine selection of art, ceramics, jewellery and beach craft all by local artists. The Exhibition showcased our creative community at its absolute best. Marymass Festival Photocall, Cunninghame House, Irvine, 21 October On 21 October, I met with representatives from the Marymass Festival Committee to present them with £912. This was the sum raised by my guests on Marymass Saturday this year and it will go towards the cost of next year’s Festival. I also wanted to highlight that the Festival is arranged by volunteers who work throughout the year to produce the best possible event for the local community. It is hoped that other local organisations with an interest in the Festival will get on board and support the Committee in any way they can. NAHSCP Promoting Wellbeing Together Awards 2024, Redburn Centre, Irvine, 25 October I attended the NAHSCP Wellbeing Together Awards in the Redburn Centre, Irvine on 25 October. The event recognised the positive contribution so many people make to support the wellbeing of individuals in our communities across North Ayrshire. 378th Annual Celebration (Big Pie), Volunteer Rooms, Irvine, 26 October On 26 October, I attended Irvine Incorporated Trades Annual Celebration, otherwise known as the Big Pie, in the Volunteer Rooms, Irvine. This traditional event celebrated Irvine’s cultural history and the work of the Incorporated Trades. The event was hosted by John McDonald the new Deacon Convener and was well attended. NAE Drama, Eglinton Park, Irvine, 27 October On 27 October, I attended a performance by NAE Drama Group in Eglinton Park. The performance was based on the Eglinton Tournament. This amateur group’s version of the event was very enjoyable and funny with some memorable performances from its members.
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PROVOST’S REPORT • • • 4 OFFICIAL INFORMATION OFFICIAL INFORMATION Councillor Anthea Dickson Provost North Ayrshire Council