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07/11/2024

Argyll & Bute Council Secures £20m UK Government Funding

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Argyll and Bute Council has welcomed the news that it will receive up to £20 million in capital funding from the UK Government to support local growth projects.

Council Leader, Councillor Jim Lynch, expressed his delight at the successful bid, stated: "We are committed to ensuring ongoing economic success for our communities, and today’s announcement will enable us to deliver projects that will provide a significant economic boost to Argyll and Bute and long-term benefits for years to come."

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While the specific criteria for the funding have yet to be announced, the council said that it is looking forward to progressing important economic projects in the area.

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