Scotland’s new Director General for Economy, Louise Macdonald OBE spent Wednesday in Ayrshire, where she visited some of the work being carried out as part of the transformational Ayrshire Growth Deal.

Over 70 East Ayrshire people took their first steps to steps closer to new careers at a special two hour drop in event for prospective Modern Apprentices and Graduate Interns.

Children and young people from across East Ayrshire have been enjoying a summer of fun thanks to the Council’s Vibrant Communities.