Causewayhead Community Council is a voluntary organisation set up by statute by the Local Authority and run by local residents to act on behalf of its area. As the most local tier of elected representation, Community Councils play an important role in local democracy.
Community Councils are made up of people who care about their communities and want to make their area a better place to live. Community Councillors represent local people, voice peoples’ views on important decisions which affect them and work with others to improve services. A range of people must be part of a Community Council so different opinions and ideas are heard. There are over 3000 people living within the Causewayhead boundary.
If you wish to contribute making Causewayhead a better place to live please contact us using the email button below or attend one of our meetings held every two months.
Good afternoon, the Community Council have received the following communication from Stirling Council forwarded on from the Scottish Government's Children and Families Wellbeing Unit: The 2021 Programme for Government made a commitment to provide £60 million to Local Authorities to renew play parks in Scotland. In this final year of that funding, the Scottish Government is now starting to look towards evaluation of the play park renewal programme, and to aid this, Play Scotland are hosting a public survey. We want to hear from families across Scotland about their local play parks and would be grateful if you could share the survey with your networks and via your social media channels to ensure as wide a reach as possible. The survey will close in September and should only take 5-10 minutes to complete. Scotland Play Parks Survey https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=2PXAYVLx-0eThP0M79jBblyNt3WWgdZDkeGiA3ub4Y5UMUNDREFJNEpJVUo3SERWSVBWUTlCTVBTRS4u&route=shorturl Many thanks for your support.
Please note that the Chair of the Community Council has been in contact with our community police team in regard to the reporting of the person camping in the park and the reported debris. The police have requested that any concerns are reported to the Police directly on either tel:101, if you're deaf, deafened, hard of hearing or have a speech-impairment, a text phone is available on 18001 101. You can also report via their online system which is: https://www.scotland.police.uk/secureforms/contact/ This is the procedure to report concerns such as this, which ensures that incidents are critically managed and audited, and resourced in the most suitable way. If all you are reporting is concern for the person, you can remain anonymous but if you are reporting a crime you need to be spoken to by the Police and will need to give your name and contact details. The community police have contacted Stirling Council cleansing department to send a team to clean the reported debris from Causewayhead Park.
Demolition Notice Planning permission was obtained by the owners of the derelict shop in Munro Avenue for demolition. Demolition is scheduled to start on Wednesday 16th July and it is anticipated this will take two days. All surrounding close proximity residents have been informed, this notice in intended for the wider public to avoid the area if so desired avoiding dust and dirt.
Good afternoon, we have received the following communication from Stirling Council: Consultation goes live on Stirling’s draft Visitor Levy scheme Stirling Council is asking for feedback on a draft Visitor Levy scheme for the area as a public consultation goes live today (14 July). The draft scheme, which was approved by council to go to consultation, on 26 June, outlines ambitious plans to enhance, support and future-proof the region’s visitor economy. It was shaped by the feedback received in-person and online during an extensive public engagement process. Using new powers granted by the Visitor Levy (Scotland) Act 2024, the draft scheme proposes a 5% levy on overnight stays across all forms of paid visitor accommodation in the Stirling Council area. Over and above the statutory exemptions, it features several Stirling specific exemptions to those paying the levy. This includes Stirling Council residents, those in the receipt of carers’ allowance and visitors staying more than seven nights (through reimbursement), as well as a site exemption scheme for charitable and educational organisations, where the purpose of the trip is primarily charitable or educational Residents and other stakeholders, including the local tourism sector, now have an opportunity to share their views on the draft scheme through an online survey (with paper copies also available in Stirling Council libraries) which will run until 12 October. Businesses, accommodation providers, residents and visitors can also feedback on the proposals at drop-in sessions in locations across Stirling in September: • Stirling (9 September 2025, 11am-6pm, Albert Halls) • Balfron (11 September 2025 10am – 6pm, John McLintock Hall) • Drymen (17 September 2025, 10am-6pm, Drymen Village Hall) • Killin (23 September 2025, 10am-6pm, McLaren Hall) • Callander (29 September 2025, 10am-6pm, Callander Youth Project Trust). Stirling Council Leader, Cllr Gerry McGarvey said: said: “Tourism is a vital part of Stirling’s economy and we want it to continue growing. The draft Visitor Levy scheme has been produced with the aim of achieving this objective and maximising the potential benefits for all, supported by the extensive and constructive feedback we received in our initial public engagement. “The formal consultation is the final opportunity to influence a draft Visitor Levy scheme for Stirling before a decision is made on its implementation at the end of the year. I would encourage everyone, from accommodation providers to residents and visitors, to feedback on the scheme to ensure it reflects the needs of all of Stirling. “The online survey will run for three months to allow plenty of time for the public to consider and share views on these important proposals. We have also arranged drop-in sessions in locations across the Stirling area during September for people and businesses to learn more, ask questions and have their say.” Following the statutory consultation period, a final version of the scheme will be presented to council in December. If approved, Visitor Levy income could be invested in priority areas such as: • Improved infrastructure – including public toilets, sustainable transport, wayfinding and local facilities. • Destination development – promoting Stirling’s unique story, encouraging longer stays, and supporting local tourism hubs. • Events and culture – delivering a distinctive events calendar and backing community-led festivals, especially in the low season. • Business support and skills – helping local businesses grow, improve their digital presence, and develop the workforce of tomorrow. The Stirling Visitor Levy, if approved in December, would take effect from 1 June 2027, applying to bookings made on or after 1 January 2027. More information on Stirling’s draft Visitor Levy scheme can be found at www.stirling.gov.uk/visitorlevy and on the Engage Stirling platform.
We have received the following communication from Stirling Council: Businesses across Stirling are being encouraged to apply for up to £20,000 of funding to improve their premises. Stirling Council’s Premises Improvement Grant supports the growth of local businesses by improving the local environment and energy efficiency, as well raising the profile of the area’s city, towns and villages. From a total funding pot of £200,000, eligible businesses can apply for grants between £2,000 and £20,000. The closing date for applications is Friday 8 August 2025. The grants aim to deliver a wide range of benefits. These include: additional footfall to key commercial areas, improvements to buildings and public spaces; a boost to civic pride and community wellbeing; reduced carbon emissions; and enhanced commercial confidence leading to increased inward investment. Last year, The Book Nook, an independent bookshop and coffee shop on Upper Craigs in Stirling was awarded £20,000 from the scheme for a project to improve its frontage and ventilation. Leanne Brown, co-owner of the Book Nook, said: "I’m super grateful that we were awarded the premises improvement grant. We definitely would not have been able to get a new shop front without the funding, and most other avenues of funding don’t stretch to the £20k that we needed to replace everything. We have had a million compliments on it, and I just know that our winters are going to be a lot more cosy and a lot less damp and chilly! “With the grant we were also able to install some much-needed ventilation in our kitchen and behind the coffee bar, which has drastically improved our temperature control in the shop this summer. “Business Energy Scotland were also helpful in providing us with information on where our energy efficiency could be improved, which helped us plan and ask for what we really needed. We have also definitely seen an uptick in interest for the shop and people who would normally have walked by have finally come in to have a nosy to see what we’re all about. All in all, a very positive experience with a result that we are incredibly happy with!" The scheme is being funded through Stirling Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation – the UK Government’s funding package to support communities and businesses across the UK. Cllr Gerry McGarvey, Convener of Stirling Council’s Finance, Economy and Corporate Support Committee, said: “These grants are a fantastic opportunity for businesses to improve their premises and make them more attractive for customers, supporting sustainable and inclusive economic growth. “The investment will also enhance the vibrancy and vitality of our urban and rural communities and make them more welcoming places for residents and visitors alike. “There are a number of organisations who can advise businesses about funding applications while our staff can be contacted by email at supportfund@stirling.gov.uk with any specific questions.” Priority will be given to projects which can demonstrate alignment with the following five statements (please note that statements 1 and 2 must be true of your project in to be considered for funding through this scheme): • The funding requested is for capital expenditure • The project can be completed by 31 March 2026 • The funding will improve the external appearance of the local business, raising the profile of the local area supporting economic growth • The funding will improve the business’ carbon emissions through energy efficiency measures, reducing energy costs and supporting business resilience (for example: upgrades to windows, insulation, draft proofing). • The need for the project can be evidenced with photos of the current façade, energy bills, carbon saving calculations, accounts, and a business plan that highlights how the predicted savings will support business growth. Additional resources and help to support businesses with applications are listed below: • STEP Business Gateway – can offer support and advice to businesses wishing to strengthen and develop clear growth business plans. • Business Energy Scotland – can offer free advice on energy assessments of the business highlighting carbon savings and capital enhancements option appraisal to maximise energy efficiency in the buildings. • Stirling’s International Environment Centre offers net zero advice looking at a whole business approach to net zero plans for businesses and can potentially offer support from interns. • Stirling City Heritage Trust – can offer businesses in the city centre of Stirling, advice on Energy Performance Certificates and Traditional Shop front advice and Traditional Building Survey’s to help identify historic building issues and heritage solutions to maximise building performance. While much of this is directed to the city centre it has useful publications and guides if you have a historic property outside the city centre. For more information, visit: https://www.stirling.gov.uk/business-and-licences/stirling-council-ukspf-premises-improvement-grant-2025-2026 Applications must be submitted by Friday 8 August 2025 and the spend must be achieved by the end of March 2026. Before you apply, download and read the criteria and conditions in full. If you require any further information contact supportfund@stirling.gov.uk. Capital expenditure is the money spent on providing or improving non-current assets. This can include land, buildings and/or equipment which will be of use or benefit in providing services for more than one financial year.
Chairperson – Valerie Sinclair
Vice chairperson – Fiona Macleod
Secretary – Stuart Wilson
Treasurer – Amy Britton
Joyce Carberry
Isobel Jackson
Darren Draper
Susan White
Susan McGill – Scottish National Party. mcgills@stirling.gov.uk
Danny Gibson – Scottish Labour Party. gibsond@stirling.gov.uk
Rachel Nunn – Scottish Conservative and Unionist. nunnr@stirling.gov.uk
Jim Thomson – Scottish National Party. thomsonj03@stirling.gov.uk
Causewayhead Community Council _________________________________________________________ Minutes of the meeting held at The Birds and Bees function room on Monday 12th May 2025 at 7pm Present: Valerie Sinclair (VS) – Chairperson Stuart Wilson (SW) – Secretary Fiona McLeod (FM) – Treasurer Isobel Jackson (IJ) Joyce Carberry (JC) Darren Drapper (DD) Pam Aitchison… Read More
Note for your diaries! All welcome to our next Community Council meeting. Please see the agenda below for the next meeting, this is at the Birds & The Bees Function Room at 7pm Causewayhead Community Council Agenda Monday 7th April 2025 Business Meeting 1. Welcome and Apologies 2. Minutes: Approve… Read More
Monday 7 October 7pm at Function Room, Birds and Bees
