Perthshire recovering from snow
Yesterday's weather is still causing problems for motorists with more road closures in Perthshire. The High Street in Auchterarder and roads in Crieff and Glenfarg are still closed due to snow and fallen trees, however after yesterday's problems in the A9, that route has been opened since early this morning. MP Pete Wishart is advising locals to be very careful when driving and expect delays and applauds those who are working very hard in the effort to keep Perthshire roads moving. The weather has also affected many homes in Perthshire with around 5,000 still without electricity this morning according to Scottish and Southern Energy.
PKC national finalists
Perth and Kinross Council were announced as finalists at a national environmental awards on Wednesday night. The annual Scottish People and Places conference told the local authority they were a finalist for the award for support of communities. The Perth nomination was for the Broxden area, where a plan was put in place to minimise litter using businesses and police.
MSP praises local WRVS
Local Conservative MSP Liz Smith has praised the work and commitment of Perthshire WRVS volunteers. WRVS is one of the UK's largest voluntary services and dedicated to tackling social isolation or deprivation in communities. Ms Smith said she commended the work done by the workers but believes more still needs to be done to address support for the elderly to improve the quality of life. Over 10,000 WRVS volunteers support older people across Scotland.
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