In last month's budget, the SNP/Labour/Independent administration agreed to introduce charges for children and young people who receive musical instrument tuition in South Ayrshire.

Yesterday, we had a large team of local activists delivering letters in Cumnock, New Cumnock, Ochiltree and Coylton, which included a number of new faces to our ever growing campaign team. It was one of the most successful delivery events we've had in recent years. 

Last week, Prime Minister Theresa May visited the workers of the Alex Begg textile factory in Ayr. This was part of a UK wide tour to mark one year until we leave the European Union.

On Wednesday, the South Ayrshire Conservative and Unionist Association held our 3rd annual Bridge Drive. This year's event was a massive success, with a record number of tables booked. 

We wish to thank all the participants and organisers of this great event.

Today, the South Ayrshire Conservative and Unionist Association held its annual AGM in Ayr. The meeting was well attended, with many active party members in attendance. They heard great speeches from John Scott MSP, Bill Grant MP and Cllr Martin Dowey.

Thank you very much, Mr Deputy Speaker…….May I begin my maiden speech by saying that I am indeed honoured and humbled to be in this Chamber today, having been elected by the people of Ayr, Carrick and Cumnock? It is privilege, and I will always remember that they trusted me with their vote.

South Ayrshire Conservatives continued their bottle stall tour at the Prestwick Prom on Saturday 13th August.

With no Labour or SNP representation at the Prom, the Conservatives took centre stage and raised nearly £250.00 on the day. 

South Ayrshire Conservatives are holding open selections for the local government elections in 2017.

Home Secretary Theresa May is set to become the Prime Minister and leader of the Conservative Party following the Conservative Party leadership contest. Having received the backing of over half the parliamentary party along with thousands of members and supporters across the country, she will become the second female Prime Minister in our country's history. Following her election, Theresa May stated: "I am honoured and humbled to have been chosen by the Conservative Party to become its leader. I would like to pay tribute to the other candidates during the election campaign, and I would like to pay tribute to Andrea Leadsom for the dignity that she has shown today. During this campaign, my case has been based on three things. First, the need for strong, proven leadership to steer us through what will be difficult and uncertain economic and political times. The need of course to negotiate the best deal for Britain in leaving the EU and to forge a new role for ourselves in the world. Brexit means Brexit and we’re going to make a success of it. Second, we need to unite our country. And third, we need a strong, new, and positive vision for the future of our country. A vision of a country that works not for the privileged few but works for every one of us. Because we’re going to give people more control over their lives. That’s how together we will build a better Britain". 

Local Conservatives are mid-way through the annual tour of gala days across South Ayrshire. Thus far, stalls have been held at the Holy Fair in Ayr, Kirkmichael Gala Day, Maybole Gala Day and most recently the Ballantrae Gala Day. Record takings have been received at all stalls and there are still more to go! Over the coming months, local Conservatives will hold stalls at gala days in Prestwick and Troon and then a final stall at the annual Scottish Airshow event in September.