Uncertainty over the return of money invested in Iceland

Perth and Kinross council face uncertainty for the return of money invested in Iceland. One million pounds was deposited in the collapsed Icelandic Banking system in March last year. But there was no repayment when the deposit matured in December. In a report to the council's strategic policy and resource committee, Head of Finance John Symon has stated the money may not be returned any time soon. Formal claims are being lodged with the Glitner Bank’s winding-up committee, on the council's behalf.

Nearly 100 new jobs in Perth and Kinross to be created from Future Jobs Fund

Nearly 100 new jobs are to be created for the long term unemployed around Perthshire. Perth and Kinross Community Planning Partnership’s bid to the UK Government's Future Jobs Fund was one of three successful Scottish bids in this round of funding. The jobs will be created in a wide range of employment across different businesses and services. Under Secretary of State for Scotland Ann McKechin has welcomed the news.

Residents of Stanley are asked to take part in reshaping the village

Residents of a Perthshire community are being asked to take part in the reshaping of its future. A special event is taking place in Stanley this weekend and is the culmination of an area wide survey that began in May. Villagers will be shown the key features affecting village life and will be asked to prioritise them into a 10 year plan. Issues identified in the survey include sports facilities, traffic calming and housing and community safety.