Aird Community

24/06/2026

11/06/2026

Following recent incidents involving E-scooters, we would like to provide information about their safe and lawful use.

Although these vehicles can be legally purchased in Scotland, they are illegal to ride on public roads, pavements and other public places. They can only lawfully be used on private land with landowner’s permission.

Please consider the dangers of E-scooters and remember that anyone purchasing one has a responsibility to be aware of the law and implications.

Riders are often uninsured, unprotected and inexperienced. Travelling at high speeds, instability and poor visibility increases the risk of serious injury. Illegal use in shared spaces puts pedestrians and other road users at risk.

Enforcement action can be taken against the rider and those who purchase these machines. Police can lawfully seize E-scooters when used illegally.

For more information, please see the Department of Transport and Motor Insurance Bureau pages using the below links:

https://orlo.uk/yII0u

https://orlo.uk/ZqJp1

10/06/2026

As part of ongoing aid to the people of Ukraine, a van donated by John Clarke Motor Group is being delivered directly from the Scottish Highlands to the frontline in Kramatorsk, Ukraine.

The van will help with civilian evacuations, pet rescues and frontline logistics & essential support across the Donbas and Kharkiv regions. Funds are being raised to cover the costs of
- Fuel
- Ferry crossings
- Tolls
- Part of the return travel costs

Money is being raised locally to support the charity with collection points at Kirkhill Primary School (entrance hall) and at the Community Hall. Christine Ford has also offered to collect donations in person, if preferred. Cris can be contacted by text on 07842 191 970.

25/05/2026

A 'Magic The Gathering' trading card was found, possibly dropped, on the ground at the corner of Wardlaw and St. Marys road, Kirkhill, (Saturday 23 May at around 6pm-ish). As these are collectable items it may have sentimental value.

The card is being held securely so please let us know in the comments if the card belongs to yourself or a family member, and we'll look to organise a way of getting it back to you.

17/05/2026

Aird Community Trust volunteers spent much of last Wednesday between sun and showers cutting back vegetation on the path between Inchmore and Wester Moniack. Amazing how quickly it grows at this time of the year. If you might be able to help please contact [email protected]😊

27/04/2026

31/03/2026

For those who might not be aware, the new Home Heating Advice Scotland website has just launched. This site could prove to be extremely useful for those people who are struggling with the rising costs of heating oil due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Check our most commonly asked questions Can I get help if I am struggling with my bills for oil and Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG)? Yes. The Scottish Government’s Emergency Heating Oil Scheme is a new fund which helps people on lower incomes pay for heating oil or LPG. How much will I get? You will re...