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.
Stirling Council has launched a new online portal for residents to access waste and recycling services in a more convenient and simpler way. The new portal, developed in partnership with Routeware, brings together a range of useful tools and information in one place, helping residents stay informed and make the most of their waste and recycling services. When visiting the online portal, residents will be able to: • Access bin collection dates • Find out where to put waste and recycling items using the Waste Wizard search tool • Receive the latest collection information, including notifications about garden waste permit renewals and service disruptions • Play an interactive recycling game, ‘Sort It Stirling’ and challenge yourself, family and friends while learning more about waste and recycling. Residents can access the new portal today at: https://www.stirling.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/bin-collection-dates-search/ Stirling Council Environment, Transport and Net Zero Committee Convener, Cllr Alasdair Tollemache said: “We want to make it as easy as possible for residents to recycle more of their waste and the launch of this new online portal supports us achieving this key council priority. “The portal brings together recycling advice, waste collection information and useful resources in one convenient digital place. It will help enable residents to make the most of their waste and recycling services and to be kept updated on things like household bins collection dates. They can also test their knowledge and learn more about recycling via a fun, interactive game. “Improving the customer experience and reducing barriers through this digital tool will support our efforts to encourage better recycling rates, reduce contamination and costs, and deliver a cleaner, greener Stirling for everyone. I would encourage you to check out the new portal and sign-up for updates by visiting the portal.” Routeware is a leading international provider of software and technology solutions to the waste and environmental sector Thomas Moffat, UK Sales Director for Routeware, said: “It’s great to be helping Stirling Council make it easier for residents to recycle effectively. As well as letting people know when to put bins out, the portal gives people up to date information on their best reuse, recycling or disposal options.” For more information about Stirling Council’s waste and recycling services, visit: www.stirling.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/ Stirling Council is one of over 175 UK local authorities that work with Routeware, including 22 of the 32 councils in Scotland. https://www.stirling.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/bin-collection-dates-search
Young musicians will have the opportunity to form bands and prepare for a live performance within five days in a new unique workshop provided by Tolbooth Stirling. The ‘Gig in a Week’ project is aimed at young people between S1-S6 and is an exciting new addition to the many creative learning opportunities offered at Tolbooth. As part of the project, young people work alongside music industry professionals over the course of a week to write original songs, learn about aspects of live music including lighting and stagecraft. The programme culminates with a real, youth-led gig put on by the participants at Tolbooth, which was recently named Local Live Music Venue of the Year at the Scottish Hospitality Awards. The initiative also dives into the promotional side of music, including photography and gig promotion. The first Gig in A Week which took place in July was a resounding success with young participants giving rave reviews about their experience of working alongside former BBC Introducing presenter and producer Ally McCrae and Janine Shilstone, lead singer of the rock group, Vukovi. Ally McCrae said: “Being involved with ‘Gig in a Week’ was a pleasure, it's amazing to see something like this existing for Stirling's young aspiring music makers, and potential industry professionals. Getting the space and time, for free, to play, to make connections, to learn and hopefully be inspired about other sides of the industry is so important to help readdress the vast economic inequalities in who gets to make music a career.” Janine Shilstone said: “I had an incredibly rewarding experience being a tutor for ‘Gig in a Week’. Not only was the venue and facilities industry standard but also the organisers and the support staff were extremely helpful, friendly, professional and organised. To see what the participants achieved in a week was so satisfying to witness. I imagine it will be an experience they’ll remember for a long time as well as the skills and tips they picked up.” Finance, Economy and Culture Convener, Cllr Gerry McLaughlan said: “The Gig in a Week project is an exciting opportunity for young people with a passion for music to gain real-life experience of the workings of the music industry by learning from professionals who have worked alongside some of the best names in the country. “Tolbooth Stirling continues to offer fantastic creative learning projects for young people including the popular, Tolbooth Youth Voices and Pump Up the Jam, which foster a positive environment for young people to thrive, develop new skills and grow in confidence.” Gig in a Week will take place again over the October break, running from 12-15 October from 10am-4pm and on 16 October from 1.30pm-8pm. Spaces are free but limited so sign-up is essential and can be done at www.stirlingevents.org where spaces can be booked soon. To be notified when spaces are available please email the Tolbooth box office at tolbooth@stirling.gov.uk to join the mailing list. Tolbooth Youth Voices is a free weekly singing group aimed at primary school aged children who want to sing in a fun, no-pressure environment, and is supported by YMI funding. Pump Up the Jam is a weekly songwriting group aimed for young people aged 11-18 aimed at gearing musicians towards creating their own original music which operates on a pay what you can, suggested price model. Full details of these programmes and how to get involved, as well as other events opportunities at Tolbooth Stirling are available at www.stirlingevents.org. https://dmscdn.vuelio.co.uk/publicitem/f1591e6d-dbb3-4121-bbf9-f2cf33bfaf81
Hi all, a reminder about this drop-in session that takes place tomorrow at Raploch Community Campus café (3pm – 7pm). This event is an opportunity to hear more about BBC Radio 2 in the Park, the traffic management plans and ask any questions about the festival. A letter has been sent to some residents and businesses who live near Stirling City Park and will be impacted by road closures or restrictions during the festival, which takes place on 11,12,13 September. Key information from this letter has been added to our website which can be found here: https://www.stirling.gov.uk/bbc-radio-2-in-the-park/information-for-residents
As the countdown continues to Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling, a letter has been sent to some residents and businesses who live near Stirling City Park and will be impacted by road closures or restrictions during the festival, which takes place on 11,12,13 September. Key information from this letter has been added to our website which can be found here: www.stirling.gov.uk/bbc-radio-2-in-the-park/information-for-residents/ Stirling Council is working closely with the BBC and event organisers, Far and Beyond (FaB), to help make this major event a great experience for visitors, residents and everyone involved, including minimising any disruption. As part of this, we would encourage you to familiarise yourself with these arrangements and plan any journeys in advance where possible. To hear more about the festival, the traffic management plans, and raise any questions or issues, residents, community groups and businesses can also come along to our next drop-in session on Wednesday 26 August at Raploch Community Campus café (3pm – 7pm). More information on Radio 2 in the Park can be found either on the BBC event page: bbc.co.uk/backstage/radio2inthepark or on the council’s dedicated webpage: stirling.gov.uk/radio2inthepark Questions about the event in the meantime can be directed to: stirlingcouncil@stirling.gov.uk Thanks in advance for your patience and understanding as Stirling prepares to host this exciting music festival – the first time Radio 2 in the Park will take place in Scotland.https://www.stirling.gov.uk/bbc-radio-2-in-the-park/information-for-residents/?fbclid=IwY2xjawT2WTVwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMFVmeDk0b3g4R1BCYTFqWjdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeeREDy0gqY3gObTrKBoSIB_LO-fUUOxiyids-aw81j3MgsS1ohrs2DNd-Fs0_aem_4o-L84FTbPsYFGvwbOWp4Q
We have received this communication to share from Stirling Council Your Stirling, Your Say: Early Learning and Childcare Consultation In Scotland eligible children (i.e. all children aged three or four, and two years olds who meet specific eligibility criteria) are entitled to up to 1140 funded (free) hours per year of early learning and childcare (ELC). In Stirling Council Local Authority nurseries, funded hours are currently delivered over 25 or 30 free hours per week, dependent on whether the nursery is operational in line with the school term time or over extended weeks of the year. It has been 10 years since the Scottish Government introduced, and started to phase in, the expansion of ELC. Since then, there have been a number of changes, including; families working patterns, childcare needs, and falling birthrates. Stirling's main model of ELC delivery with an extended day and extended year, has led to challenges in the recruitment and retention of staff, cover for staff absences, and less time for staff to have professional learning opportunities. We plan to review our ELC delivery models to respond to changing need and current challenges. To maintain the quality of ELC provision, we want to hear from you about what is working and explore whether other ELC delivery models would suit families' needs, as well as address the challenges that we are currently facing. Your feedback will help inform a review of ELC service delivery. You can take part in the consultation by clicking the link below: Early Learning and Childcare Need Survey https://engage.stirling.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/early-learning-and-childcare-needs-in-stirling The closing date to respond to the consultation is Friday 11th September. If you have any difficulties with the survey, or have any further questions, you can contact us at insights@stirling.gov.uk. Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey! Stirling Council
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)… 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… Read More
Monday 7 October 7pm at Function Room, Birds and Bees
