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# Kippen Community Council

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## Posts

- [Community Lunch Clubs](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-lunch-clubs/) - Stirling Council is advertising a series of lunch clubs which some residents may find of interest. You can find out more information below community-cafe-lunch-clubs-2025Download
- [Water Issues](https://kippencc.org.uk/water-issues/) - We've had a few reports recently from residents about issues with drinking water. We'd like to take this up with Scottish Water so if you've had any experiences with foul-tasting/smelling water please get in touch. You can do so by: dropping us an email - kippencommunitycouncil@gmail.com filling in our contact form - Contact Us -
- [Community Questionnaire](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-questionnaire/) - To help us gather as many views as possible from the village, we have prepared a questionnaire. We'll use the results from the questionnaire to help us put together a Community Action Plan and a Local Place Plan. Both of these documents can help us describe how we want our village to develop and hopefully
- [Local Place Plan](https://kippencc.org.uk/local-place-plan/) - We recently submitted a copy of our Local Place Plan to Stirling Council. You can view/download the plan here Download
- [Recyke-A-Bike](https://kippencc.org.uk/recyke-a-bike/) - These are the projects and programmes that Recyke-a-bike are currently offering, which may be of interest to Kippen residents: Access to Bikes – Stirling City (inc. FK7, FK8 and FK9), Bridge of Allan, Dunblane and Fallin – Adults – funding available to support adults 18+ with a free bike, helmet, lights and lock as well as 3 compulsory lessons/guided
- [Rogue Traders](https://kippencc.org.uk/rogue-traders/) - Residents are being urged to be on guard against doorstep callers attempting to scam by offering repair and maintenance services on the cheap. Stirling Council has received reports of rogue traders cold calling at several households across the local area, claiming to have connections to the Council and offering exterior works at a reduced rate
- [Housing Consultation](https://kippencc.org.uk/housing-consultation/) - Residents are being encouraged to have their say on the future of housing in the Stirling area. This can be done by taking the survey on line at Bitly | bit.ly/4lILCZO , calling 0800 433 7212 between 9am and 5pm Monday- Friday (a message can be left outwith these hours). A printed survey can also be
- [Defibrillator](https://kippencc.org.uk/defibrillator/) - As reported earlier in the year, a regular inspection of the defibrillator revealed that the casing was in a very poor state of repair and there was a risk of water ingress which could damage the defibrillator. A request to Kippen residents to assist with funding for the purchase of a new and improved casing
- [Community Council Looking for New Members](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-looking-for-new-members-2/) - Kippen Community Council is currently looking for up to three new Community Council members and we'd love to hear from anyone in the local area who'd like to join us. We need to follow the process laid down in the Scheme of Establishment - the document that governs how we operate - so there is
- [Pension Credit](https://kippencc.org.uk/pension-credit/) - Information about Pension Credit is below. It's available to many people over State Pension age and can help considerably with rising cost-of-living costs. You can phone Stirling Council's Money Advice service on 01786 233528 or email them at moneyadvice@stirling.gov.uk
- [Festive Season Countdown Begins with Christmas Lights Switch-on in Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/festive-season-countdown-begins-with-christmas-lights-switch-on-in-stirling/) - A magical and jolly switch-on of the Christmas lights will signify the start of the 2024 festive season in Stirling. A fun-filled family parade, panto entertainers, community performers and an appearance from Santa and Mrs Claus will showcase the city centre in all its full, festive glory on Saturday, 16 November. The theme for this
- [Kippen Community Trust Invites Applications For Grant Awards](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-community-trust-grants/) - Kippen Community Trust is the organisation in Kippen that is responsible for distributing the funds that come to the village from local windfarm developments. The Trust invites applications from local organisations for grants from the Kippen Fund that satisfy the grant application guidelines. The grant awards are decided by an independent Panel set up by
- [Beware of Fake Parking QR Codes](https://kippencc.org.uk/beware-of-fake-parking-qr-codes/) - Drivers across Stirling have been urged to be alert to an increase in fake QR codes being placed on car park ticket machines. A number of reports have been received from motorists across the country who have scanned a QR code and been taken to a website that has charged varying excessive fees for parking.
- [Stirling Science Festival is Back - and Out of This World!](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-science-festival-is-back-and-out-of-this-world/) - Families can enjoy the adventure of a lifetime during the October week holiday – by making a trip from Stirling to the very edge of the Solar System. The Stirling Science Festival returns from 17-19 October and most of the family-friendly events are free of charge for all who attend. Now in its sixth year,
- [Closure of Cardross Bridge as major works start on 250-year-old crossing](https://kippencc.org.uk/closure-of-cardross-bridge-as-major-works-start-on-250-year-old-crossing/) - Extensive improvement works are set to begin at Cardross Bridge and secure the future of the 18th century river crossing. Investment of £1.2m has been made by Stirling Council to repair and strengthen the Category B Listed bridge, which carries the B8034 over the River Forth between Arnprior and Port of Menteith. The work will
- [Drop-In Events for Stirling Summer Sessions Concerts](https://kippencc.org.uk/drop-in-events-for-stirling-summer-sessions-concerts/) - DF Concerts & Events are encouraging Stirling residents and businesses to come along to drop-in information sessions in advance of the upcoming Stirling Summer Sessions concerts being held this year. The first drop-in event is being held on Wednesday 17 April at the Albert Halls from 5.30pm to 7pm, where representatives from DF Concerts &
- [Stormy Weather](https://kippencc.org.uk/stormy-weather/) - Some information from Stirling Council that may prove useful. The Met Office amber weather warning for wind now covers the whole of mainland Scotland, with Storm Isha set to impact the country. There is a high risk of disruption due to the very strong, potentially damaging winds. The advice from national agencies is to consider
- [Kippen Community Defibrillator](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-community-defibrillator/) - Many of you may not know that we have a defibrillator outside the Reading Room in the village. It's a small device that can be used to treat someone who has suffered a heart attack and can often make the difference between life and death. Sadly, our defibrillator is in a state of disrepair. It
- [2023 UCI Cycling World Championships](https://kippencc.org.uk/2023-uci-cycling-world-championships/) - As you will be aware, Stirling will host the Individual Time Trials at the forthcoming UCI Cycling World Championships from Wednesday 9 to Friday 11 August. It is estimated that an additional 20,000 to 24,000 visitors will come to Stirling to spectate and the area will become part of the overall World Championship marketing campaign.
- [Community Council Elections](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-elections/) - We failed to reach the required number of nominees to convene a new Community Council back in May but we have an opportunity to address that now. If you'd like to apply to become a Community Councillor then you need to fill in a form, have it signed by a proposer and a seconder and
- [Garden Waste Permits for 2023-24 Now Available](https://kippencc.org.uk/garden-waste-permits-for-2023-24-now-available/) - Stirling residents can apply for their 2023/24 annual Garden Waste Recycling Permit from Wednesday, 8 March 2023. The new permits will come into effect on Monday 17 April, with Councillors confirming at this year’s budget-setting meeting last Thursday (2 March) that the permit will remain at last year’s price of £35. The price of Garden
- [SAD Lamps](https://kippencc.org.uk/1536-2/) - Reduced sunlight exposure during the winter months can leave you feeling tired and sluggish but light lamps mimic summer sunlight. It is thought that using light therapy for just 20 to 30 minutes a day can help boost your mood and make you feel more energised. Anyone can now pop into their library, sit and
- [Library Tablet Lending](https://kippencc.org.uk/library-tablet-lending/) - Library members can borrow a tablet and MiFi with free, unlimited data for 3 weeks. This amazing service is available across all of our 15 branches and 2 mobile libraries and is completely FREE of charge.Our partners, Connecting Scotland, have very kindly provided MiFis which allow free, unlimited data on-the-go or in your own home.
- [Electric Vehicle Charging Tariff Coming Soon](https://kippencc.org.uk/electric-vehicle-charging-tariff-coming-soon/) - A tariff on the use of Stirling Council’s electric vehicle charging points is due to come into effect imminently. From Wednesday 1 February, vehicle owners will be required to pay a minimum fee of £1.50 at Council owned EV charging points. The new tariff is set at 25p/kWh at slow and fast charge points and
- [<strong>Impact of Education Industrial Action (24 January)</strong>](https://kippencc.org.uk/impact-of-education-industrial-action-24-january/) - Stirling Council can confirm that all of its primary schools, secondary schools and Additional Support Needs provisions (including Castleview Nursery) will be closed to pupils on Tuesday 24 January, as a result of industrial action by the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS), the Association of Head Teachers and Deputes Scotland (AHDS). Stand-alone nurseries and nursery
- [Aldi Food Vouchers Available to Women on Low Income](https://kippencc.org.uk/aldi-food-vouchers-available-to-women-on-low-income/) - Stirling Council have been in touch to say that the HSTAR scheme has food vouchers available for women on low incomes who meet certain criteria. There is a form to be filled in and anyone applying must be: a woman living in an FK postcode a single parent OR on a low income or unemployed
- [Education Industrial Action 10-11 January 2023](https://kippencc.org.uk/education-industrial-action-10-11-january-2023/) - Stirling Council can confirm that all of its primary schools and Additional Support Needs provisions (including Castleview Nursery) will be closed to pupils on Tuesday 10 January, as a result of industrial action by the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS), the Association of Head Teachers and Deputes Scotland (AHDS) as well as the National Association
- [Cardross Bridge](https://kippencc.org.uk/cardross-bridge/) - Update from Stirling Council roads department on Cardross Bridge - on the B8034. Headlines: The entire route will be gritted including the bridge itself. Where are we? I have been working with our Operations team to find a solution to treat this entire route rather than just in part. I am pleased to confirm that
- [Branshogle Bridge Open](https://kippencc.org.uk/branshogle-bridge-open/) - Stirling Council can confirm that Branshogle Bridge will today (Monday, 12 Dec) re-open to traffic. Located on the B818, the bridge will re-open initially to one-way traffic following the completion of drainage, resurfacing and road widening works as well as the installation of new safety barriers. The structure has been closed since March 2021 when
- [Advice for Winter Power Outages](https://kippencc.org.uk/advice-for-winter-power-outages/) - Stirling Council is advising residents on how to prepare for an extended power outage during winter, informed by the experiences of Storm Arwen. Some homes in Stirling Council area were left without power for five days following the storm, which battered the country just over a year ago. Residents are being encouraged to create home
- [Minutes](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-3/) - The minutes from last month's meeting - approved yesterday - can be found here along with all minutes from previous meetings
- [Community Council Objections to Planning Proposals for Dairy and Anaerobic Digester](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-objections-to-planning-proposals-for-dairy-and-anaerobic-digester/) - The Community Council has submitted two objection letters to Stirling Council expressing concerns firstly for a proposal to build an intensive dairy cattle building and secondly about the altered plans for the Anaerobic Digester at Mains of Boquhan Farm. Our objections to these two proposals are based on extensive discussions with people within the community
- [Ice Safety Advice](https://kippencc.org.uk/ice-safety-advice/) - As temperatures in Scotland head in a downward trajectory, Water Safety Scotland (WSS) is issuing a warning about the dangers that frozen-over water bodies present. WSS aims to prevent needless deaths and accidents, and also to alert the public that the majority of the ice-related incidents involve children or dog walkers. Jen Foley from Water
- [Branshogle Bridge Update](https://kippencc.org.uk/branshogle-bridge-update/) - Update from Stirling Council on the work to repair Branshogle Bridge. Headlines: The project has been delayed by 1 week. The new reopening date is the 12th December Where are we? Kerbing is completed. There have been some unexpected obstructions which delayed the installation of the safety barriers. A solution has been found and additional
- [Community Council Meeting Date Change](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-meeting-date-change/) - Due to availability issues, we have changed our next scheduled Community Council meeting to Wednesday 14 December 2022. It will take place at the Village Hall in Fore Road.
- [Forthcoming Scottish Water Works on Fintry Road](https://kippencc.org.uk/forthcoming-scottish-water-works-on-fintry-road/) - We've had note from Stirling Council that Scottish Water will be carrying out works on the Fintry Road - just up from Oakwood - on 13 October and that as a result there will be parking restrictions. The specific note follows: The COUNCIL made The Stirling Council (Fintry Road, Kippen) (Temporary Suspension of Parking) Order
- [Bank Holiday on Monday 19th](https://kippencc.org.uk/bank-holiday-on-monday-19th/) - Stirling Council will mark the funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by observing the national bank holiday on Monday 19 September. All Council schools, nurseries and public offices, including libraries, will be closed as a mark of respect. Waste collections will continue and recycling centres at Polmaise, Callander and Balfron will remain open. Schools,
- [School Strike Information](https://kippencc.org.uk/school-strike-information/) - Stirling Council has written to all parents and carers to update them on the impact of planned national strike action. All Stirling Council nurseries, primary schools and additional support needs settings will close from Tuesday 6 September to Thursday 8 September. Bannockburn, Stirling and Wallace High schools will also close to pupils. All other High
- [Young People Celebrate Exam Results](https://kippencc.org.uk/young-people-celebrate-exam-results/) - Stirling's young people have achieved improved levels of attainment across the board in this year's SQA results compared to pre-covid levels. The 2022 results are the first in three years that are based on formal exam performance, following disruption caused by the pandemic. Initial figures show there has been a marked increase in the percentage
- [New Mental Health Service Ahead of Exam Results Day](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-mental-health-service-ahead-of-exam-results-day/) - Ahead of Exam Results Day next Tuesday (9 Aug), Stirling Council has launched a new mental health service for local young people and is highlighting other available supports. Kooth is the latest platform to offer online mental health and emotional wellbeing support for children and young adults in Stirling. Free, safe and confidential, Kooth provides
- [EV Charging Points Update](https://kippencc.org.uk/ev-charging-points-update/) - Eagle-eyed residents may have noticed that work has progressed on the electric vehicle charging points which Stirling Council elected to install in the lay-by in Castlehill Loan - near to the Doctor's surgery. We've been in touch with the Council to get more information. The Council responded today (29 June 2022) as follows: Thank you
- [Council Reviewing Bin Collections](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-reviewing-bin-collections/) - Stirling Council will embark on a review of its waste services with a public consultation placed at its heart. A short-life working group will be established following a motion at Thursday’s Council meeting to confirm the full extent of the review, which will include, at least, the following matters: The frequency of each waste collection
- [Glinns Road to Close for Resurfacing Work](https://kippencc.org.uk/glinns-road-to-close-for-resurfacing-work/) - Notice received from Stirling Council that Glinns Road will be closed for resurfacing work for a couple of days at the end of June From its junction with the A811 in a southerly, westerly and then south-westerly direction for a distance of 3 kilometres or thereby from 27-6-22 until 1-7-22 to facilitate carriageway surfacing works.
- [Giant Hogweed Warning](https://kippencc.org.uk/giant-hogweed-warning/) - Stirling Council is warning people of the dangers of Giant Hogweed as Invasive Species Week gets underway. Giant Hogweed is an invasive and potentially harmful plant that can grow up to 5m tall. It can be found throughout the UK mainly by lowland riverbanks, in rough pastures and on wasteland. Contact with the weed must
- [Village Green Tree Works](https://kippencc.org.uk/village-green-tree-works/) - We have at last managed to achieve funding for the removal of the ash trees on the Village Green. You will be aware that the reason for this is the existence of ash die-back which is of concern in that this presents a significant safety risk to the public. It is the intention that all
- [Village Green Ash Tree Removal](https://kippencc.org.uk/village-green-ash-tree-removal/) - We now have a fixed dated for the essential tree works on the Village Green. The work will be undertaken by a local professional tree surgeon on Tuesday and Wednesday 3rd and 4th May respectively. On both days access to the Village Green will be unavailable between 08.30 and 16.40 approximately, for obvious safety reasons.
- [Roads in Kippen](https://kippencc.org.uk/roads-in-kippen/) - Kippen Community Council are looking for your help We are well aware of ongoing issues with roads and drains and we are looking to highlight these issues to Stirling Council and also ask a member of the Roads Department to attend our next meeting in May. Our current concerns are the state of Main St./Castlehill/Castlehill
- [Minutes](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-2/) - A quick reminder that you can find the minutes to all of our meetings on the meetings page. These minutes are also sent to Stirling Council - they are added to the Council web site - and a physical copy is posted on the notice board beside the shop. We can't release minutes until they
- [Additions to Website](https://kippencc.org.uk/additions-to-website/) - We've recently added a couple of new sections to our website. We hope you find them useful. We've added Bin Collections which show you the next 6 weeks of scheduled Council bin collections. We're pulling this information directly from the Council collection calendar so it should be up to date. There are two different collection
- [Garden Waste Permits](https://kippencc.org.uk/garden-waste-permits/) - A quick reminder that you need a permit from the Council if you want them to collect garden waste in your brown bin. The collection season runs from 18 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. Sale of permits is now open and you can find more information on how to order on Stirling Council's website
- [Tree Removal on A811 - Update](https://kippencc.org.uk/tree-removal-on-a811-update/) - We've received the following communication from Stirling Council: “Due to ongoing issues and concerns about the information we will no longer be treating this as an emergency. We will take the time to identify the correct owners of each specific tree and make sure they take the correct action within our powers of the Road
- [BBC Debate Night in Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/bbc-debate-night-in-stirling-2/) - A message from Debate Night’s presenter, Stephen Jardine: Be a part of BBC Debate Night’s final episode of Season 3 in Stirling! We are delighted to announce BBC Scotland's topical discussion TV programme Debate Night is looking for people to join the big studio audience. We’ve been busy filming in cities across the country, and
- [Community Update on Ukrainian Children Refugees](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-update-on-ukrainian-children-refugees/) - Stirling Council can confirm that is working with charity Dnipro Kids to provide sanctuary for children and young people fleeing the war in Ukraine. Following a request of support from the charity last week, the Council has been working to put arrangements in place to provide a temporary home for the children, who were evacuated
- [M9 Motorway Closed Southbound on Thursday Evening](https://kippencc.org.uk/m9-motorway-closed-southbound-on-thursday-evening/) - We've had notification from BEAR Scotland that the M9 will be closed for essential maintenance work on Thursday 24 March. The works have been provisionally programmed to commence on Thursday 24th March 2022 for a duration of 1 night between the hours of 19:30 and 06:00. To ensure the safety of the workforce and members
- [Tree Removal on A811](https://kippencc.org.uk/tree-removal-on-a811/) - We received a note from Stirling Council today about the state of some trees along the A811 between Buchlyvie and the turn off to Kippen. Message as follows: After concerns raised regarding tree’s along a section of the A811 between Buchlyvie and the B8037 Kippen we have had a report obtained by our in-house Tree
- [Support for Ukraine](https://kippencc.org.uk/support-for-ukraine/) - The daily pictures we are seeing of the war in Ukraine have affected everyone. Many people are gravely concerned about the situation and want to do what they can to support those people forced to flee their communities and seek sanctuary elsewhere. Stirling Council has received enquiries about how people can support Ukraine and those
- [Free Travel for 5-21 year olds](https://kippencc.org.uk/free-travel-for-5-21-year-olds/) - The Young Persons' Free Bus Travel Scheme, which offers free bus travel for young people aged between 5 – 21, will begin on Monday 31 January 2022 and applications are now open! Young people will be able to access the scheme using a National Entitlement Card (NEC) or 'Young Scot' branded NEC card. IMPORTANT: Please note all young people will need to apply
- [Free Period Products in Stirling Locations Listed on New App](https://kippencc.org.uk/free-period-products-in-stirling-locations-listed-on-new-app/) - Access to free period products in Stirling is now easier than ever thanks to the launch of a new app. Almost 30 locations across the Stirling Council area have been included on the PickUpMyPeriod app, which identifies where period products can be accessed for free. Over 700 venues in communities across Scotland are linked on
- [Warning Issued Over Illegal Disposable Electronic Cigarettes](https://kippencc.org.uk/warning-issued-over-illegal-disposable-electronic-cigarettes/) - Officers from Stirling and Clackmannanshire Trading Standards are warning the public of the dangers of illegal disposable electronic cigarettes. Also known as disposable vape or puff bars, more than 2,000 of these unsafe products have been seized from retailers across the area, forcing the Council to issue a warning over their potential harm to vapers
- [BBC Debate Night in Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/bbc-debate-night-in-stirling/) - A message from the BBC Debate Night team - your chance to be on the telly. Hello! We are excited to let you know that Scotland's topical discussion programme Debate Night is back and looking for people to join our studio audience (socially distanced). We will be visiting towns and cities across the country and would love to welcome you on any of
- [Update on Village Green](https://kippencc.org.uk/update-on-village-green/) - A Report to Councillors of the Kippen Community Council (KCC). KCC has responsibility for the Village Green - that historic stretch of common land between the Doctors' Surgery and the path from Burnside to Burn Green. There have been issues about the Village Green for some time. To resolve these difficulties the KCC held a well-attended public meeting a year or so ago. It
- [Commissioned Orchestra Performance to Bring in the Bells at the Wallace Monument](https://kippencc.org.uk/commissioned-orchestra-performance-to-bring-in-the-bells-at-the-wallace-monument/) - A specially commissioned, pre-recorded performance from the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra will provide the soundtrack to this year’s Hogmanay fireworks display at the National Wallace Monument. The Monument will be the backdrop to BBC Scotland’s New Year celebrations following an overwhelmingly positive response last year, drawing in 1.5 million viewers from across the country. Like
- [Free School Meals for P5s in New Year](https://kippencc.org.uk/free-school-meals-for-p5s-in-new-year/) - Stirling Council is reminding families that all Primary 5 children will be entitled to free school meals from the beginning of the new term (5 January 2022). They will join P4 pupils who have been eligible for the provision of free school meals from the beginning of term in August along with P1-3 who are
- [Safer Christmas Message from Stirling Council and NHS Forth Valley](https://kippencc.org.uk/safer-christmas-message-from-stirling-council-and-nhs-forth-valley/) - Stirling Council’s Leaders and NHS Forth Valley have urged residents to follow the latest Covid-19 national guidance and to keep getting tested over the festive period. The First Minister recently set out a range of measures to try to slow down the spread of the Omicron variant. Among the updated guidance is a request for
- [Bus Timetable over the Festive Period](https://kippencc.org.uk/bus-timetable-over-the-festive-period/) - First Bus will be running a reduced service over the festive period. Services are as follows:­­ Travelling across the festive period? First Bus also offer Flexible Day Ticket Bundles – allowing for 5, 10 & 15 days of day ticket bundles – ready to activate when you need them. Available to purchase via The First
- [Community Council Lodge Objection to Anaerobic Digester Proposal](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-lodge-objection-to-anaerobic-digester-proposal/) - Following representation from a number of local residents, Kippen Community Council examined the proposals for a new Anaerobic Digester facility to be established at Mains of Boquhan. A number of concerns were raised by the proposal so we sought the advice of an independent expert with 30 years of experience in planning legislation. We met
- [Stirling Citizens Given Chance to Shape City of Culture Bid](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-citizens-given-chance-to-shape-city-of-culture-bid/) - Stirling citizens are being offered the chance to shape the area’s UK City of Culture 2025 bid and future cultural activity with the launch of a new survey. Participants are being given a platform to share what culture means to them, the kind of arts and cultural activity they take part in, their aspirations for
- [Stirling Council Receives Funding for City Centre Renovation Projects](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-council-receives-funding-for-city-centre-renovation-projects/) - Stirling Council has been awarded over £1.3m (£1,386,525) in funding from Historic Environment Scotland to support heritage-led regeneration projects in the historic Mercat Cross and Old Town area of Stirling City Centre. The funding comes from a successful application made by the Council’s Planning and Economic Development Services to the Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS)
- [Storm Arwen - Power Cuts Update](https://kippencc.org.uk/storm-arwen-power-cuts-update/) - Last night’s rest centre arrangements will continue today, Wednesday 1 December. SSEN’s last official update to the Council confirmed around 200-250 properties are still without power meaning welfare provisions will continue at McLaren Leisure Centre until 10pm, while Thornhill Primary School will continue to offer respite between 4pm and 10pm. A multi-agency volunteer group led
- [Storm Arwen - New Rest Centre at Thornhill Primary](https://kippencc.org.uk/storm-arwen-new-rest-centre-at-thornhill-primary/) - A temporary rest centre has been set up at Thornhill Primary School. Around 350 properties in the area surrounding Callander remain without power following Storm Arwen and Stirling Council has established Thornhill Primary School as a rest centre to provide warmth, a hot drink and a chance to charge your phone. The school will be
- [Santa Coming to Kippen!](https://kippencc.org.uk/santa-coming-to-kippen/) - Santa will be coming to Kippen to spread some Christmas cheer so make a note of the date in your diary - 12 December at 5pm - and be sure to come along. He will be travelling through the village making sure that everyone is being nice in the run up to the big day.
- [Honour for Young Kippen Footballer](https://kippencc.org.uk/honour-for-young-kippen-footballer/) - Kippen resident Kelsie Hewines has scored a fantastic goal being chosen to represent Central Region Schools U15 Girls, with first round fixtures taking place in Glasgow later this month. Starting off her love of football at Kippen Primary School she joined Kippen Juniors Football Club in P1, progressing on to play for a local team
- [BBC Scotland Debate Night in Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/bbc-scotland-debate-night-in-stirling/) - A message from the BBC that might be of interest to some of our residents... Hello, We are excited to let you know that BBC Scotland’s Debate Night TV programme is returning to Stirling City Centre with a studio audience. We’re inviting people to apply to join us for our final run of episodes on
- [Licensing Board Statement on Drink Spiking](https://kippencc.org.uk/licensing-board-statement-on-drink-spiking/) - Following recent reports of drink spiking in Stirling, the members of the District of Stirling Licensing Board have issued the following statement. Cllr Danny Gibson, Chair of the Board, said: “The Board would strongly encourage people to report any concerns over drink spiking or injection to Police Scotland and they will be thoroughly investigated with
- [Stirling Council to Repair Branshogle and Catter Burn Bridges](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-council-to-repair-branshogle-and-catter-burn-bridges/) - Local residents will be pleased to hear that Stirling Council has approved funds to repair the Branshogle and Catter Burn bridges. The closure of these bridges has had repercussions throughout the area as we have seen with the increase of heavy goods vehicles within Kippen (which is on the diversion route). We have raised the
- [Consultation on School Placing Request Policy](https://kippencc.org.uk/consultation-on-school-placing-request-policy/) - Stirling Councils is currently consulting on proposed amendments to its Placing Request Policy. The consultation period will run from 18th October – 22nd December 2021. This consultation will take place through Engage Stirling. Engage Stirling is the Council’s consultation and engagement platform. All of its consultations and engagement projects are held there to make it
- [Education Grants Available](https://kippencc.org.uk/education-grants-available/) - Stirlingshire Educational Trust was founded in 1663 by local merchants to assist the poor and is now run by a body of Governors. The Trust is a registered charity and exists to give grants for educational purposes to either individuals or organisations from the area of the County of Stirling. A wide range of grants
- [Consultation on Closure of Buchanan Primary School](https://kippencc.org.uk/consultation-on-closure-of-buchanan-primary-school/) - Members of the public are being invited to have their say on proposals to permanently close Buchanan Primary School. Stirling Council is asking for parents, children and young people, as well as the wider community to give their views on the mothballed school as part of a public consultation that opens today (Wednesday 15 September).
- [Doors Open Day 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/doors-open-day-2021/) - Stirling Council is thrilled that some of the area’s historic hidden treasures can welcome back visitors in person this week for Doors Open Days 2021. Last year’s event was fully virtual due to the pandemic but a hybrid programme has been organised by the Council this year, with some buildings reopening their doors to the
- [Stirling Council to Sign Food and Climate Declaration](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-council-to-sign-food-and-climate-declaration/) - Stirling Council will become one of the first local authorities in Scotland to sign up to the Glasgow Food and Climate Declaration. The Glasgow Food and Climate Declaration is an international commitment to tackle the climate emergency through integrated food policies and a call to national governments to act. Members of the Council’s Community Planning
- [Common Good Register out for Consultation](https://kippencc.org.uk/common-good-register-out-for-consultation/) - Stirling Council residents and community groups are being asked for their help to ensure the area’s register of Common Good Land and Buildings is up to date. Common Good Land and Buildings are assets intended for community benefit and are owned by the local authority having been passed down from former burghs during local government
- [Have Your Say on Plans to Make Stirling Scotland’s Greenest Region](https://kippencc.org.uk/have-your-say-on-plans-to-make-stirling-scotlands-greenest-region/) - Plans to transform Stirling into the greenest region in Scotland are out for public consultation. Stirling Council’s ‘Alive with Nature’ Plan sets out the actions the local authority and its partners have identified to create a healthier and more resilient natural environment across Stirling. Developed in partnership with NatureScot, SEPA and the Green Action Trust,
- [New Stirling Loves Local Gift Card Launched](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-stirling-loves-local-gift-card-launched/) - Stirling is soon to have its own local gift card in a milestone move to encourage more people across the area to back local businesses. Businesses across the region are being urged to sign up to the new Scotland Loves Local Gift Card, which is funded by the Scottish Government and aims to play its
- [Remember - Free School Meals for Primary 4 from August](https://kippencc.org.uk/remember-free-school-meals-for-primary-4-from-august/) - Stirling Council is reminding families that all Primary 4 children will be entitled to free school meals from the start of the new school year (18 August). P1-3 pupils already receive free school meals and P4s will join them in becoming eligible for the provision this August*. It follows an agreement made between the Scottish
- [New Parking Restrictions](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-parking-restrictions/) - The COUNCIL made The Stirling Council (Castlehill, Castlehill Loan, Main Street, Kippen) (Temporary No Waiting at Any Time) Order 2021 under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) on 16-7-21. This Order will introduce no waiting at any time restrictions on Castlehill, Castlehill Loan and Main Street, Kippen from 19-8-21 for a period of
- [Have Your Say on Stirling’s Strategy for Managing Trees and Woodlands](https://kippencc.org.uk/have-your-say-on-stirlings-strategy-for-managing-trees-and-woodlands/) - Stirling Council is seeking the public’s views on its policy for managing trees and woodland across the region. The Council is responsible for around 15,000 individual trees on land along roads, streets, parks, and other open spaces throughout Stirling. The new Tree and Woodland Policy, which will contribute to the Council’s wider initiatives and efforts
- [Community Council Looking for New Members](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-council-looking-for-new-members/) - We've had a couple of resignations recently which means that our numbers are below those we need to maintain a legally functioning Council. If you're interested in representing your community why not come and join us? We are looking for 2 people in the short term with a possibility of increasing to 3 people in
- [Thank You Message from Stirling Council](https://kippencc.org.uk/thank-you-message-from-stirling-council/) - Ahead of the summer holidays, Stirling Council is expressing a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to everyone involved in its schools and nurseries following the unprecedented challenges posed by the pandemic. Over the past 12 months, schools and nurseries have had to adopt a number of mitigations to be able to continue delivering high-quality learning and care
- [Kippen Play Park Development](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-play-park-development/) - You or your company can make a difference to your local playpark! The playpark committee is looking for people or companies to boost their budget for the refurbishment of the playpark . Over the years Kippen Playpark has become dilapidated and there is an urgent need for it to be completely renovated to provide the
- [Traffic in the Village](https://kippencc.org.uk/traffic-in-the-village/) - Concerns have been raised with new councillor Jane Hutchison about drivers failing to observe the 20mph speed limits within the village. Jane has been in touch with the appropriate people at the Council and reports that a traffic survey has been requested as a first step. Data from the survey should help to identify the
- [Proposals to Transform Rural Stirling Community Care Approved](https://kippencc.org.uk/proposals-to-transform-rural-stirling-community-care-approved/) - Plans to radically transform community care in rural southwest Stirling have been backed by Councillors. An enhancement of not only the type of care offered, but how and where communities can access it, has been approved by the Clackmannanshire and Stirling Integration Joint Board. Over the past 18 months, residents in the communities of Gargunnock,
- [Community Testing Returns to Cowie to Help Prevent spread of Covid-19](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-testing-returns-to-cowie-to-help-prevent-spread-of-covid-19/) - Community testing returns to Cowie tomorrow, Thursday, 17th June, as part of ongoing efforts to reduce the spread of Covid-19 across Stirling. Residents across Stirling who do not currently have any symptoms of Covid-19 can voluntarily attend the Coronavirus testing unit, which will be available at Cowie Community Centre from Thursday until Sunday 20th June.
- [Alyn Smith Parliamentary Newsletter](https://kippencc.org.uk/alyn-smith-parliamentary-newsletter/) - The 22nd Edition of Stirling Matters, Alyn Smith MP’s regular parliamentary newsletter, has been released and can be viewed here. A plaintext copy can be found here. You can sign up to receive this newsletter automatically on release by following this link: https://alynsmith.scot/newsletter/.
- [6000 New Trees Branch out across Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/6000-new-trees-branch-out-across-stirling/) - The Council has helped plant 6000 new trees across Stirling during 2021 with more to come when planting season resumes. The major tree planting programme is a key element of the Council’s Climate & Nature Emergency Plan with projects being undertaken throughout the Stirling Council area as part of wider plans to tackle climate change
- [Survey Work on Branshogle Bridge Progressing](https://kippencc.org.uk/survey-work-on-branshogle-bridge-progressing/) - Consultants are currently undertaking survey work to enable the design of the repair of the Branshogle Bridge. The B818 was closed in March to all except emergency vehicles as an essential public safety measure due to a partial parapet collapse of Branshogle Bridge. Following a more recent assessment the Council was advised that a further
- [Minutes - AGM 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-agm-2021/) - Approved minutes for our AGM of MAy 2021 are now available on our meetings page
- [Police Report - June 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-june-2021/) - The Community Council receives a report from Forth Valley police officers every month. You can read the latest one here
- [Public Asked to Shape New Council Website](https://kippencc.org.uk/public-asked-to-shape-new-council-website/) - Stirling Council is asking the public to help shape its new website. Working with Scotland's leading digital transformation consultancy, Storm ID, a survey has been launched to help developers understand how people want to find information on the Council's official website, with feedback used to inform the creation of a forthcoming new and improved site.
- [Stirling’s First Taxi Charging Point Amps up 14 New EV Bays at Forthside](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirlings-first-taxi-charging-point-amps-up-14-new-ev-bays-at-forthside/) - Stirling’s taxis are amping up their service to customers thanks to the region’s first dedicated EV taxi charging point. The taxi EV charging bay is among 14 new charging points that have just gone live in Forthside, complementing the nine existing bays already available, as part of Stirling’s Council’s drive to tackle the climate crisis
- [Mobile COVID-19 Testing Unit at Stirling University](https://kippencc.org.uk/mobile-covid-19-testing-unit-at-stirling-university/) - A mobile testing unit (MTU) will be available at Stirling University from today, Monday 7th June, through to Sunday 13th June. Tests can be booked as normal online (https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test) or by calling 119. The MTU is operated by the Scottish Ambulance Service for community testing and can offer PCR and asymptomatic testing. It will
- [COVID-19 Vaccinations for Age 18-29](https://kippencc.org.uk/covid-19-vaccinations-for-age-18-25/) - Those aged 18 to 29 years old on (and including) 17 May 2021 are currently being invited to register for their coronavirus vaccine. Those eligible to register for a vaccination online should meet all the following: you are 18 to 29 years old (as of 17 May 2021)you are registered with a GP surgery in
- [Five More Stirling Libraries to Re-open in June](https://kippencc.org.uk/five-more-stirling-libraries-to-re-open-in-june/) - A further five libraries across Stirling will open their doors to the public for browsing and computer access during June. As part of a phased rollout, the libraries will offer 15 minute appointment slots for browsing and 45 minute slots for computer use, which can be booked by contacting each library directly. The browsing and
- [Stirling to Alloa Road Closed on Monday](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-to-alloa-road-closed-on-monday/) - The A907 Alloa Road will be closed in both directions from Monday 7th June for essential repair work on the Abbey Craig. Specialist rockfall contractors will be undertaking work to scale the rock face of the Abbey Craig and remove loose material. Alloa Road had previously been closed to westbound traffic after a rock fall
- [Callander Hosts COVID-19 Testing Unit for all Stirling Residents Without Symptoms](https://kippencc.org.uk/callander-hosts-covid-19-testing-unit-for-all-stirling-residents-without-symptoms/) - Efforts to continue reducing levels of Covid-19 across Stirling continue this week as community testing returns to Callander tomorrow, Thursday 3rd June. Residents across Stirling who do not currently have any symptoms of Covid-19 can voluntarily attend the Coronavirus testing unit, which will be available at McLaren Leisure Centre in Callander from Thursday 3rd June –
- [Off The Page Stirling Book Festival Returns](https://kippencc.org.uk/off-the-page-stirling-book-festival-returns/) - The latest edition of Stirling’s Off The Page Libraries and Culture Festival launches this Thursday, 27th May, with a digital programme that will prove a real page turner. The return of the three-day long festival after a two-year break will be music to the ears of Stirling book lovers as it offers a special 2021
- [Trading Standards Warns Parents Over Dangerous Acrobat Toy](https://kippencc.org.uk/trading-standards-warns-parents-over-dangerous-acrobat-toy/) - Parents and carers are being warned of the dangers posed by an acrobat stacking toy found to pose a risk of choking and suffocation due to small parts. The ‘Stackrobat’ toy, which was being sold on www.brilox.com, was investigated by Stirling and Clackmannanshire Council Trading Standards following a report from a concerned member of the
- [Police Report - May 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-may-2021/) - The Community Council receives a report from Forth Valley police officers every month. You can read the latest one here
- [Virtual Events for Specialist Education Consultation](https://kippencc.org.uk/virtual-events-for-specialist-education-consultation/) - Virtual public meetings have been organised as part of Stirling Council’s consultation on the expansion of secondary specialist provision for young people with additional support needs (ASN). The consultation, which started on 19 April, will ensure the Council can support the growing number of children and young people with ASN. In Stirling, this has risen
- [Forthcoming Road Closure: Scott Brae](https://kippencc.org.uk/forthcoming-road-closure-scott-brae/) - The COUNCIL made The Stirling Council (Scott Brae, Kippen) (Temporary Closure) Order 2021 under the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) on 7-5-21. This Order will close: Scott Brae For its entire length from 0900 hours until 1500 hours on 2-6-21 to facilitate Scottish Water works. Resident and Emergency Service access will be maintained. Alternative
- [Special Uplifts are Back!](https://kippencc.org.uk/special-uplifts-are-back/) - Stirling Council’s Special Uplift Service will resume from 17 May. From 11 May, households will be able to request an uplift of bulky items of household waste online or by calling 01786 404040. As before, residents can makes a request via the online form they will receive a call back within 48 hours to confirm
- [By-Election Postal Votes Arriving in Ward 2 (Forth & Endrick)](https://kippencc.org.uk/by-election-postal-votes-arriving-in-ward-2-forth-endrick/) - Postal voting packs for the Stirling Council Ward 2 By-Election will arrive in Forth and Endrick this week. Registered postal voters will have already received their postal ballot papers for the Scottish Parliament election – one for the Constituency vote and one for the Mid Scotland and Fife Regional List vote, which will be coloured
- [First Stirling Libraries Re-open for Public on Appointment Basis](https://kippencc.org.uk/first-stirling-libraries-re-open-for-public-on-appointment-basis/) - The first Stirling libraries will re-open their doors to the public for browsing and computer access from Monday 26th April. Dunblane (Monday 26th April) and Central (Wednesday 28th April) libraries will offer 15 minute appointment slots for browsing and 45 minute slots for computer use, which can be booked by contacting each library directly. For
- [Council & National Park Urge Weekend Visitors to Remain Responsible](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-national-park-urge-weekend-visitors-to-remain-responsible/) - Stirling Council and the Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park have reiterated their request for visitors to act responsibly ahead of the last weekend of level 4 Lockdown restrictions. Hospitality and retail will re-open on Monday, 26 April as mainland Scotland moves to Level 3 for the first time since Christmas. The final few
- [Affordable Homes Development at Pirnhall](https://kippencc.org.uk/affordable-homes-development-at-pirnhall/) - Plans to build 85 new houses on land near Pirnhall in Stirling, including 21 affordable homes, have been given the green light. Members of Stirling Council’s Planning and Regulation Panel approved an application by developers Bellway Homes for land between Croftside Farm and Hillhead Farm near Pirnhall interchange. Along with delivering new affordable homes, which
- [Council Fulfils promise of Free Entry to Wallace Monument](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-fulfils-promise-of-free-entry-to-wallace-monument/) - Stirling Council is delivering on its promise of free entry to The National Wallace Monument for all residents after the landmark returned to Council control. With online tickets sales now open, residents can take advantage of the special offer from the Council following the challenging year just passed. The offer will run throughout 2021, so
- [Consultation on Expansion of Stirling’s Specialist Education Provision](https://kippencc.org.uk/consultation-on-expansion-of-stirlings-specialist-education-provision/) - A consultation on the expansion of Stirling’s secondary specialist provision for young people with additional support needs (ASN) is underway. Stirling’s Councillors approved the move at a recent meeting of the Children and Young People Committee. A report presented at the committee highlighted the long-term increase in the number of children and young people assessed
- [Council Appeals for Responsible Visitors Ahead of Travel Ban Lift](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-appeals-for-responsible-visitors-ahead-of-travel-ban-lift/) - Stirling Council is urging visitors to be responsible this weekend as travel restrictions are lifted. The ‘stay local’ message from the Scottish Government ended today, 16 April, meaning people can travel anywhere within Scotland for outdoor socialising, recreation and exercise. The accelerated change is expected to bring an early influx of visitors to Stirling’s rural
- [COVID Community Testing Unit Returns to Cowie for All Stirling Residents](https://kippencc.org.uk/covid-community-testing-unit-returns-to-cowie-for-all-stirling-residents/) - The Coronavirus community testing unit will return to Cowie this Thursday 15th April for residents across Stirling. Rapid Coronavirus testing will available from Thursday 15th April – Sunday 18th April for people who do not currently have Coronavirus symptoms. All residents who don’t have any of the three COVID-19 symptoms (a new continuous cough, temperature, loss
- [Police Report - April 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-april-2021/) - The Community Council receives a report from Forth Valley police officers every month. You can read the latest one here
- [More Than 14,000 Garden Waste Permits Bought by Residents](https://kippencc.org.uk/more-than-14000-garden-waste-permits-bought-by-residents/) - More than 14,000 Garden Waste and Recycling Permits have been purchased by Stirling residents in just over a month. In addition, households eligible for the concession scheme will receive their permit automatically in time for the service starting on 19 April. From this date, garden waste will only be collected from brown bins with a
- [Minutes - February 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-february-2021/) - Approved minutes for our meeting of February 2021 are now available on our meetings page
- [New Housing Development](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-housing-development/) - Planning Application 19/00781/FUL 31 houses south-east of Burngreen Kippen. The history to this application is that the field in question was identified for residential development on the Stirling Council Local Development Plan which in effect means that housing will be approved subject to fulfilling set criteria, although a previous application was rejected as the design
- [Council ‘Select and Collect’ Book Lending Service Reopens](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-select-and-collect-book-lending-service-reopens/) - Stirling Council’s hugely popular ‘Select and Collect’ book lending service will reopen for book requests on Tuesday 6th April. Information on the times and dates to use the ‘Select and Collect’ service at our various libraries is available at https://www.stirling.gov.uk/libraries-archives/library-select-and-collect/. Up until Christmas, Stirling Libraries had issued more than 51,000 books through the ‘Select and
- [All Stirling Council P5 Pupils Receive Chromebook as Digital Rollout Continues](https://kippencc.org.uk/all-stirling-council-p5-pupils-receive-chromebook-as-digital-rollout-continues/) - Stirling Council’s roll out of free Chromebooks has been expanded to now include all Primary five pupils. The latest development of the local authority’s ambitious digital drive means all children and young people in P5-S6 (7,233) have taken delivery of a Chromebook, while all Primary and Secondary school teachers and ELC settings (1,350) have been
- [Stirling’s Second Community Testing Unit Goes Live in Callander](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirlings-second-community-testing-unit-goes-live-in-callander/) - Stirling’s second Coronavirus community testing unit will go live in Callander this Thursday for residents across the region. Rapid Coronavirus testing will available from Thursday 1st April – Saturday 3rd April for people throughout Stirling who do not currently have Coronavirus symptoms. Residents who don’t have any of the three COVID-19 symptoms (a new continuous
- [Drop-in Sessions Organised for Stirling’s Climate Plan](https://kippencc.org.uk/drop-in-sessions-organised-for-stirlings-climate-plan/) - Virtual drop-in sessions have been organised for the public to find out more about Stirling’s Council’s Climate and Nature Emergency Plan. Residents and businesses are being asked for their views on the first draft of the Plan, which will be key in Stirling’s efforts to tackle the climate crisis. As part of the consultation, three
- [Stirling Ranked Top in Mainland Scotland for Home-grown Green Energy](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-ranked-top-in-mainland-scotland-for-home-grown-green-energy/) - Stirling Council is the best performing local authority on mainland Scotland in the rollout of carbon-cutting small-scale renewables, according to a new report. MCS, the national standards organisation for renewables, highlighted Stirling’s progress in this key green technology in their study, Renewing Britain: The Changing Landscape of Home-Grown Energy 2008 – 2021. Using data it
- [Council Leads Scheme to Reduce Employment Barriers for Young People](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-leads-scheme-to-reduce-employment-barriers-for-young-people/) - Stirling Council is leading on a new programme aiming to reduce employment barriers for a generation of young people. The Young Person’s Guarantee scheme was launched by the Scottish Government in November 2020 to protect young people from the economic impact of COVID-19. The scheme aims to give all young people aged 16-24 the chance
- [Information Sessions for Potential Foster Carers](https://kippencc.org.uk/information-sessions-for-potential-foster-carers/) - Informal information events are being held next week for people who may be interested in fostering with Stirling Council. The virtual sessions will be an opportunity to find out what’s involved in becoming a foster carer, including details on the process, training, support, fees and allowances. Staff from the Council’s fostering team and foster carers
- [Proposed Amendment to Alcohol Bye-Law - have your say](https://kippencc.org.uk/proposed-amendment-to-alcohol-bye-law-have-your-say/) - Following issues raised by local residents and Police Scotland during lockdown last summer, Stirling Council has reviewed the application of The Stirling Council Prohibition of the Drinking of Alcohol in Public Places Byelaw 1998. Following that review it is proposed that the byelaw be amended as follows:- 1. The inclusion of a new offence of having
- [Joint Statement from Stirling Council and NHS Forth Valley](https://kippencc.org.uk/joint-statement-from-stirling-council-and-nhs-forth-valley/) - Not directly related to Kippen but the following press release from Stirling Council relating to COVID-19 for the Eastern villages might be of interest to our local community... Targeted plans to limit the spread of Covid-19 in the Stirling villages of Fallin and Throsk have been put into immediate action. An asymptomatic Mobile Testing Unit
- [Council Tax Frozen for 2021-22](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-tax-frozen-for-2021-22/) - Council Tax across Stirling has been frozen for the year ahead. In a clear message of support to communities during the ongoing Coronavirus Pandemic, Stirling Council today (11 March) agreed at its budget-setting meeting to maintain Council tax at the 2020/21 rate for the financial year 2021/22. Convener of Stirling Council’s Finance and Economy Committee,
- [2021-22 Budget Passed by Stirling Council](https://kippencc.org.uk/2021-22-budget-passed-by-stirling-council/) - Stirling Council has today (Thursday, 11 March) approved a suite of targeted financial supports to protect vital services and bolster the Council’s response to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Spending plans worth £255m (revenue & capital) for the financial year ahead were agreed at a special meeting as Councillors backed a budget motion to help transform and
- [Have Your Say on Stirling’s Draft Climate and Nature Emergency Plan](https://kippencc.org.uk/have-your-say-on-stirlings-draft-climate-and-nature-emergency-plan/) - Residents and businesses are being asked for their views on the first draft of Stirling Council’s Climate and Nature Emergency Plan. In October 2019, the Council declared a Climate Emergency and the Plan will be a major driver in Stirling’s efforts to tackle the climate crisis head on. The document spells out a vision to
- [Stirling’s New Makar to Put a Spring in the Step of Stirling’s Poetry Scene](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirlings-new-makar-to-put-a-spring-in-the-step-of-stirlings-poetry-scene/) - Laura Fyfe - Stirling's new Makar Stirling once again has its own Makar who will promote poetry, reading and writing across the Council area. A Poet, teacher and director with the Scottish Poetry Library, Laura Fyfe has been appointed the Makar for Stirling, which is a ceremonial position that dates back to the 15th Century
- [Changes Proposed to Drinking Alcohol in Public Bye-laws](https://kippencc.org.uk/changes-proposed-to-drinking-alcohol-in-public-bye-laws/) - Proposals to tighten the laws around drinking alcohol in public are set to go to consultation. Following concerns raised by local residents and Police Scotland, councillors have approved a report from Stirling Council’s legal team, which advocates a council area-wide consultation on proposed amendments to the Stirling Council Prohibition of Drinking of Alcohol in Public
- [New £1.2 million regeneration project to boost Bannockburn businesses](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-1-2-million-regeneration-project-to-boost-bannockburn-businesses/) - A £1.2 million regeneration project will deliver new infrastructure, technology and services in the heart of Bannockburn to help residents and businesses thrive. Stirling Council is investing in the refurbishment of two prominent Bannockburn buildings, the former RBS branch at Quakerfield and Bannockburn Library, for the benefit of the local community. Following extensive engagement with
- [Community Response Bulletin - Feb 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-response-bulletin-feb-2021/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team has published its community response bulletin for February 2021. Highlights this month include: information on easing of COVID restrictionsNHS extension of COVID testingfundraisingupdate from Women's Aid You can download a copy of the bulletin here
- [Council Housing Rent set for 2021](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-housing-rent-set-for-2021/) - Stirling Council housing rents will remain among the lowest in Scotland after Councillors approved a marginal 1.3% increase for the year ahead. The minor rise will see the average rent of a Council property increase by 98p per week, from £75.77 to £76.75 over a 48-week period. Council tenants were offered a choice between a
- [New Garden Waste Permits](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-garden-waste-permits/) - Residents across Stirling will shortly receive a letter with details of the Council’s new Garden Waste Recycling Permit. From 19 April, garden waste will only be collected from brown bins with a valid permit on display. The annual permit will cost £35 (£1.45 per collection) and is required to be purchased to subscribe to the
- [Stirling Council approves £23m spend on housing](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-council-approves-23m-spend-on-housing/) - Stirling Council has committed more than £23million of investment in Council housing across communities in the coming financial year. The plans were approved at a special budget meeting yesterday (25 Feb) and include almost £15m to build around 130 new homes. The total investment of £23.237M underlines the Council’s commitment to creating more affordable and
- [Rural Stirling Benefits from £1.7 million of LEADER Funding](https://kippencc.org.uk/rural-stirling-benefits-from-1-7-million-of-leader-funding/) - More than £1.7 million has been committed to 58 community and business projects in rural Stirling as part of the Forth Valley and Lomond LEADER programme. The LEADER programme aims to help innovative, locally driven, bottom-up projects that will support the local community and develop the rural economy. Since 2015, Stirling Council has hosted the
- [Change the Life of a Child at Stirling Council](https://kippencc.org.uk/change-the-life-of-a-child-at-stirling-council/) - If you would like the opportunity to make a difference to the lives of local vulnerable children, Stirling Council would like to hear from you. The local authority is on the lookout for more full-time Enhanced Foster Carers to join their small, committed and caring team. Enhanced Foster Carers look after children who often have
- [Provost praises local vaccine roll out](https://kippencc.org.uk/provost-praises-local-vaccine-roll-out/) - Stirling’s Provost has urged eligible residents to roll up their sleeves for the Covid vaccine after receiving her first dose at Forth Valley College last week. Provost Christine Simpson was one of the thousands of Scotland’s citizens over 70 to receive the jab as part of the targeted roll out and has praised staff from
- [Councillors approve new household waste and recycling policy](https://kippencc.org.uk/councillors-approve-new-household-waste-and-recycling-policy/) - Stirling’s Councillors have adopted a new household waste and recycling policy which includes a 100% concession scheme for the new Garden Waste Permit. The £35 annual opt-in charge for garden waste collection will start on 19 April and will support the Council’s drive to improve its household waste collection services. Residents in receipt of a
- [New Council Libraries app](https://kippencc.org.uk/new-council-libraries-app/) - E-Books from Stirling Council Libraries are moving to a new platform. Access to digital e-books and audiobooks will switch from RBdigital to the Libby app on Tuesday 23 February, 2021. Libby is a free, award-winning app where library members can continue to borrow and enjoy digital content from their public library. Readers will still be
- [Covid-19 outbreak - Local Resources](https://kippencc.org.uk/covid-19-outbreak-local-resources/) - Local resident Polly has put together a list of shops, cafes and pubs local to Kippen which are offering take-aways and deliveries. If any information is wrong or you want to add anything please get in touch with us by: email the Community Council: kippencommunitycouncil@gmail.comemail Polly Douglas: pollydouglas1974@gmail.comweb: https://kippencc.org.uk/contact-us Details are in the table below
- [Graham Lambie](https://kippencc.org.uk/graham-lambie/) - Stirling Councillor Graham Lambie has been described as ‘one of a kind’ by friends and colleagues following his death. The Forth and Endrick ward member sadly passed away at home this week aged 62 and Council Leader Scott Farmer has led the tributes on behalf of the Council. “Graham was a friend, colleague and fellow
- [Coronavirus (COVID-19) official information](https://kippencc.org.uk/coronavirus-covid-19-official-information/) - The following information has been circulated on behalf of the Police Scotland Prevention, Intervention and Partnerships Divisional Coordination Unit, E Division but is relevant to all communities across Scotland.The following links are to materials available on NHS Inform website.Please circulate this as widely as you can to enable us to reach as many people as
- [Stop the Scammers](https://kippencc.org.uk/stop-the-scammers/) - During these uncertain times accurate information can be difficult to differentiate from the masses of 'fake news' in circulation.. Here's some information from Police Scotland and Trading Standards Scotland that you might find useful. Police Scotland https://www.scotland.police.uk/keep-safe/personal-safety/shut-out-scammers Trading Standards Scotland https://www.tsscot.co.uk/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-scams/
- [Kippen Surgery Update](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-surgery-update/) - Message from Kippen Surgery via Facebook To try and keep our patients and staff safe, we are now handing out prescriptions from the Dispensary window down the left hand side of the building.These can be collected from 11am to 1pm and from 3pm to 6pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday. If you are self isolating
- [Kippen Green Renovation - update](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-green-renovation-update/) - Based on feedback the suggested next step is to establish a local task force of up to six people that reflects users and local residents. The group would seek to secure funding and manage the following activities: Trim hedges back to one foot of boundary fencesRegrade and repair the pathway and remove trip hazardsOverhaul the
- [First Bus](https://kippencc.org.uk/first-bus/) - We received the following message from First Bus. It may be of interest to residents I’m writing to you today to bring you up to date with the very latest information in terms of maintaining service levels across our networks. At First Scotland East, we recognise the importance buses play in our customers' lives, not
- [Climate Conversation postponed](https://kippencc.org.uk/climate-conversation-postponed/) - Stirling Council’s Climate Conversation event has been postponed in light of the Coronavirus Pandemic. The drop-in session, due to take place at the Albert Halls on Wednesday, 18 March, would have attracted partner agencies from across Stirling and Scotland, as well as an estimated 600 people over the course of the day. Current UK and
- [The Green Renovation Project](https://kippencc.org.uk/the-green-renovation-project/) - Kippen Community Council would like to hear from individuals and local community groups about their ideas and suggestions for the renovation of the area known as "The Green" shown in the map above. The objective is to create a community amenity area that can be used by individuals and local groups for social, recreational and
- [Be Cyber Aware](https://kippencc.org.uk/be-cyber-aware/) - We live in one of the most open digital societies in the world making us vulnerable to ever evolving cyber-attacks. Following ‘Safer Internet Day’ and ‘Cyber Scotland Week’ in February discussing digital security in businesses, charities and the wider public sector, see below for a number of resources available to individuals and groups to help
- [Community Engagement Sheet - February 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-february-2020/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team has published its news sheet for January. Highlights this month include: PoppyscotlandIndependent care reviewConsultations – Gender Recognition Reform, Scottish Schools (Parental Involvement) Act 2006, Switched on Towns and Cities 2019-20 Engagement SurveyFunding – Henry Smith Charity, Child Poverty Fund, Baillie Gifford AwardsTraining – Evaluation Support Scotland, Trustee TrainingCyber Scotland You
- [Balfron High School - coronavirus update](https://kippencc.org.uk/balfron-high-school-coronavirus-update/) - Residents may be interested in this communication that was sent out by the head teacher of Balfron High School earlier this week As you may know, there has been an announcement by the First Minister where she noted Scottish cases have risen to 60 and we have moved to the Delay Stage. She stressed that most
- [Minutes - February 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-february-2020/) - Approved minutes for our meeting of February 2020 are now available on our meetings page We have no meeting in January so this was the first meeting of the new calendar year.
- [Police Report - February 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-february-2020/) - This month's Police Report can be downloaded here
- [Climate Change Sustainability Survey](https://kippencc.org.uk/climate-change-sustainability-survey/) - Stirling Council is calling for a community response to the Climate Emergency with the launch of a sustainability survey. The local authority is developing a Stirling-wide programme of action to tackle the ongoing climate emergency and is seeking community views on how to overcome the challenges faced across the region to protect the environment. Council
- [Roadworks Programme - Next 6 Weeks](https://kippencc.org.uk/roadworks-programme-next-6-weeks/) - Stirling Council has released its roadworks programme for urban and rural areas for the next six weeks. You can download it here
- [Electric Charging Points](https://kippencc.org.uk/electric-charging-points/) - We mentioned this a few months ago but are reminding residents that Transport Scotland is funding the provision of a small number of electric car charging points. We're interested in whether you think this is a good idea and, if so, where would be a good location to site them. If you have any comments,
- [Police Report - January 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-january-2020/) - This month's Police Report can be downloaded here
- [Minutes - December 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-december-2019/) - Approved minutes for our meeting of December 2019 are now available on our meetings page
- [Consultation on School Holiday Dates](https://kippencc.org.uk/consultation-on-school-holiday-dates/) - Stirling Council has launched a consultation on the changing of school holiday dates. The Council is considering changing the existing provision of seven weeks’ holiday in the summer and one in October to six weeks in the summer and two in October. No change will be made to school schedules before 2022/23. The consultation is
- [Community Engagement Sheet - January 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-january-2020/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team has published its news sheet for January. Highlights this month include: Update on Your Stirling: You DecideConsultations – Scottish Forestry Corporate Plan, School Holiday Dates, Planning Performance and FeesFunding – CFSLA Lottery, The Coasts and Waters Community FundHoliday Fun Clubs See Me – mental health discrimination You can download a copy
- [Community Engagement Sheet - December 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-december-2019/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team has published its news sheet for December. Highlights this month include: Update on Your Stirling: You DecideConsultations – Police Scotland, Housing to 2040Funding – Greggs Foundation, Armed Forces DayPoppyscotlandRun Stirling You can download a copy of the news sheet here
- [Proposed Housing Development at Burngreen](https://kippencc.org.uk/proposed-housing-development-at-burngreen/) - Residents will be aware of the proposed construction of 31 new houses in the field behind Burngreen. This development has raised a lot of local interest so we are keen to canvass as many views as possible in order to frame an appropriate response to Stirling Council. It is important to make your voice heard.
- [Childcare Provision Survey Results](https://kippencc.org.uk/childcare-provision-survey-results/) - You may be interested to know that the results of the Early Learning and Child Care surevy for the Balfron area are now available. The survey was sent to local authority nurseries, private, voluntary & independent sector and the wider community in Balfron. Stirling Council will be using the information to inform final decisions regarding
- [Police Report - December](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-december/) - This month's Police Report can be downloaded here
- [Energy Saving Information](https://kippencc.org.uk/energy-saving-information/) - We've been contacted by Kirsty Banks from the Forth Valley Sensory Centre. She runs a project, funded by the Climate Challenge Fund, which helps bring free information to people with sensory loss (hearing, sight or both) regarding saving energy and money in their home. Part of the project is to talk to community groups, provide
- [Police Scotland Survey](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-scotland-survey/) - Local policing is central to Police Scotland. Police Scotland would like to know what issues you think they should prioritise, nationally and in your local area, as well as the best methods for communicating with you. Your views are important and Police Scotland are committed to using this information to shape policing priorities – both
- [Transport Survey](https://kippencc.org.uk/transport-survey/) - Transport Scotland is conducting an online survey for the Second Strategic Transport Projects Review (STPR2), the Scotland-wide review of the strategic transport network across all transport modes and are actively seeking input from Community Councils and other local networks. The survey is being publicised widely and targeted at both the wider public and organisations. STPR2
- [Community Engagement Sheet - November 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-november-2019/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team has published its news sheet for November. Highlights this month include: Update on Your Stirling: You DecideFintry Community Resilience in ActionFunding – Trusthouse Charitable FoundationConsultations – Out of School Care, Energy DrinksMeal Makers You can download a copy of the news sheet here
- [Minutes - November 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-november-2019/) - Approved minutes for our meeting of November 2019 are now available on our meetings page
- [Consultation on Control of Dogs Act 2010](https://kippencc.org.uk/consultation-on-control-of-dogs-act-2010/) - The Scottish Government is committed to helping keep communities safe from irresponsible dog owners and their out of control dogs. As such the Scottish Government is undertaking a review of dog control law. This initial consultation is focused on improving the operational effectiveness of the Control of Dogs (Scotland) Act 2010 to aid enforcement agencies.Effective and
- [NHS Forth Valley Seeks New Chair](https://kippencc.org.uk/nhs-valley-seeks-new-chair/) - NHS Forth Valley is seeking a new Chair to lead the local Health Board. This is a challenging and rewarding role which will help shape the future of local health services and provide assurance that the NHS Board is working effectively, efficiently and in the best interest of local people. The role is open to
- [Police Report - November 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-november-2019/) - This month's Police Report can be downloaded here
- [Minutes October 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes-october-2019/) - Approved minutes for our meeting of October 2019 are now available on our meetings page
- [16 Days of Action](https://kippencc.org.uk/16-days-of-action/) - Please find attached the 16 days of Action booklet giving you information about the international campaign together with dates for local events and initiatives in Stirling and Clackmannanshire. Download the 16 Days of Action booklet Download information about local events Please come along to one of the events and help to make the 16 Days
- [Brexit and EU Citizens Advice Session - Perth](https://kippencc.org.uk/brexit-and-eu-citizens-advice-session-perth/) - The EU Citizens Rights project has asked us to make folk aware of the following event. Sorry about the short notice but it only came in today. EU Citizens Rights Project Scotland has organised a briefing session in Perth aimed at NGOs, EU citizens’ rights groups, community groups and other third sector organisations working with
- [Cyber Scotland Week - February 2020](https://kippencc.org.uk/cyber-scotland-week-february-2020/) - Cyber Scotland Week will be running from 17-23 February 2020. The aims of this national campaign are to: Raise the awareness of good cyber resilience.Showcase the innovative work that is happening across Scotland’s cyber sector. Promote a career in cyber security Cyber Scotland Week is for everyone, not just IT savvy people. We'll be keeping
- [Community Engagement Sheet - October 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-october-2019/) - Stirling Council's Community Engagement Team have published their monthly news sheet. This month there is information on Citizen’s Assembly for ScotlandThe Scottish Government Code for the Third SectorTrustee Training OpportunitiesFunding – Better Breaks, Corra Foundation16 Days of Action Campaign You can download the news sheet here
- [Stirling Council Residents Survey](https://kippencc.org.uk/stirling-council-residents-survey/) - Stirling Council launched their residents’ survey on Friday 1st November 2019. Stirling’s citizens will be able to have their say on everything from road repairs to street lighting in an effort to ensure the Council provides best value for the citizens it serves. The survey will take 15-20 mins to complete and is designed to
- [Early Learning and Child Care Provision Survey](https://kippencc.org.uk/early-learning-and-child-care-provision-survey/) - The Early Years people at Stirling Council have asked us to advertise a survey they are running for childcare in the Balfron catchment area. Please see below a link to a Survey Monkey to ask parents, families and the community about early learning and child care provision in the Balfron Learning Community. The Balfron Learning
- [Theft from Building Site in Balfron](https://kippencc.org.uk/theft-from-building-site-in-balfron/) - This communication from Police in Stirling Police Scotland are currently investigating the theft of a scaffolding tower from George Leslie Building Site, Balfron Road (A875), Balfron.Between 3:30pm on 11/10/19 and 8am on 14/10/19 entry has been gained to the site and a quantity of yellow and green scaffolding and parts have been stolen. Police are
- [Free Scam Call Blocker Offer](https://kippencc.org.uk/free-scam-call-blocker-offer/) - We've had notification from Action Fraud Alert of a scheme that may be of interest to some of our residents. The National Trading Standards Scams Team has some call blocker units to give out free to vulnerable people across the UK. Individuals, their carers, or agencies can make referrals at the Friends Against Scams web
- [Bus Timetables](https://kippencc.org.uk/bus-timetables/) - You can find a copy of the new bus timetable over on our Community Information page (just scroll down to the Transport section). There are also copies in Rhubarb Lime and the shop.
- [Minutes](https://kippencc.org.uk/minutes/) - You can read the minutes of our last meeting (and previous ones) on our Council Meetings page
- [Scottish Government Consultation - Tourist Tax](https://kippencc.org.uk/scottish-government-consultation-tourist-tax/) - This consultation seeks to develop the Scottish Government’s understanding of the issues and concerns with regard to the introduction of a Transient Visitor Levy and help inform the development of legislation to enable local authorities to apply a visitor levy. In particular, the consultation seeks views to ensure that the legislation: supports the continuing success
- [Scottish Government Consultation - National Transport Strategy](https://kippencc.org.uk/scottish-government-consultation-national-transport-strategy/) - The Scottish Government is consulting on the new draft National Transport Strategy to help determine whether the Strategy's Vision, Priorities and Outcomes are the right ones for Scotland’s transport network for the next twenty years. The Scottish Government would like to know if the policies contained in the Strategy are the right ones to help
- [Scottish Government Consultation - Out of School Care](https://kippencc.org.uk/scottish-government-consultation-out-of-school-care/) - The Scottish Government wants future policies on Out-of-School Care to be shaped by the people who would benefit from them. The Scottish Government would like to understand what children, parents and carers, professionals and experts think about the ways in which Out-of-School Care can give children opportunities to play and access life-enhancing experiences and support
- [Community Engagement Sheet - September 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-september-2019/) - The Community Engagement Team at Stirling Council sends out a news sheet every month with information on a variety of topics that may be of interest to the wider community. There’s a link to the September news sheet below but here are some highlights: Stirling Council has launched a new online budget simulator to help
- [Police Report - October 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-october-2019/) - The October Police Report for the Kippen Community Council area is available here
- [Handy Person Service](https://kippencc.org.uk/handy-person-service/) - The Handyperson Service (part of Volunteering Matters – a national volunteering charity) has been operating in the greater Stirling area for approximately 17 years – having extended into Clackmannanshire more recently. The Handyperson Service has successfully recruited local volunteers and is now in a position to extend the service to the Balfron area. Volunteers undertake
- [Council Budget Simulator](https://kippencc.org.uk/council-budget-simulator/) - Stirling Council has asked us to let people know about its new online budget simulator. The new Budget Simulator will be live until midnight on Sunday, 20 October 2019 and gives people the chance to set their own draft Council budget in line with their own preferences. The information generated will inform the decisions that
- [Community Management Parking Plan](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-management-parking-plan/) - Stirling Council has drawn up a Community Management Parking Plan which was approved by the Environment and Housing Committee in June 2018. The Council's vision is to create a parking infrastructure within Stirling and its communities which helps develop a place that is an economically thriving, sustainable, quality place. A place where people want to
- [Children's Panel Recruitment](https://kippencc.org.uk/childrens-panel-recruitment/) - We've been contacted by Central and West Lothian Area Support Team with details of a Children's Panel recruitment drive for 2019. To find out more about the Children's Panel you can contact Hazel Oliver, Clerk on 01324 506117 Information sessions are also due to be held as follows: Saturday 14 September 2019 at 10:00 am
- [Survey - Electric Car Spaces](https://kippencc.org.uk/survey-electric-car-spaces/) - The Community Council has been asked by Stirling Council to canvass the opinion of residents on the possible introduction of electric car charging points to the village. We don’t have any details as, at this stage, the Council simply wants to know if that is something we might be interested in. We'd like to get
- [Roads Programme](https://kippencc.org.uk/roads-programme/) - Stirling Council has published its Roads Programme covering the period 02 September 2019 - 07 October 2019. You can download the schedule here
- [Proposed Bus Timetable Changes](https://kippencc.org.uk/proposed-bus-timetable-changes/) - The Community Council is aware that proposed changes to the bus timetables due in October will have a significant effect on Kippen residents. In conjunction with other Community Councils in the area, we have approached Stirling Council and raised our concerns. In turn, Stirling Council has agreed to pass these concerns onto the bus operator.
- [Central Disability Sports Programme 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/central-disability-sports-programme-2019/) - Scottish Disability Sport has released its Central Disability Sport documentation for the upcoming academic year (August 2019 – 2020). It includes the following documents which you may find useful: Central Disability Sport Events & Coach Education Calendar (local, regional and national events)Central Disability Sport Junior Events ProgrammeCentral Disability Sport Adults Programme Central Disability Sport Coach
- [Community Engagement Sheet August 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-engagement-sheet-august-2019/) - The Community Engagement Team at Stirling Council sends out a news sheet every month with information on a variety of topics that may be of interest to the wider community. There's a link to the August news sheet below but here are some highlights: Your Stirling: You Decide Stage 3 of the Your Stirling: You
- [Police Report - September 2019](https://kippencc.org.uk/police-report-september-2019/) - The Police Report for the Kippen Community Council area is available here
- [School Uniforms, Meals and EMA](https://kippencc.org.uk/school-uniforms-meals-and-ema/) - To find out what financial support may be available for school footwear and clothing grants, free school and nursery meals and the Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMA) please refer to the information on the Stirling Council website at https://www.stirling.gov.uk/learning-education/schools/school-uniforms-free-meals-ema/

## Pages

- [Community Action Plan](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-action-plan/) - Community Action Plan Dashboard CAP Projects How We Work Community Action Plan working together to shape Kippen's future Turning community priorities intopractical action Kippen Community Action Plan A shared framework that helps local organisations, volunteers and funders turn community priorities into real projects Community-Led Priorities Collaborative Partnerships Transparent Delivery From Planning to Action Explore the
- [Dashboard](https://kippencc.org.uk/dashboard/) - Community Action Plan Dashboard CAP Projects How We Work Dashboard working together to shape Kippen's future Track Community Action Plan Progress Community Action Plan Dashboard Monitor progress across Kippen’s Community Action Plan. Explore projects, track funding, view recent activity and see how local organisations are working together to deliver community priorities. Community-Led Priorities Collaborative Partnerships
- [CAP Projects](https://kippencc.org.uk/cap-projects/) - Community Action Plan Dashboard CAP Projects How We Work CAP Projects working together to shape Kippen's future Explore the work delivering Kippen’s Community Action Plan Kippen Community Action Plan Browse projects across the Community Action Plan. Filter by theme, status or lead partner to see what is being developed, delivered and completed across Kippen. Browse
- [Environment](https://kippencc.org.uk/environment/) - Community Action Plan Dashboard CAP Projects How We Work Our Natural Environment working together to shape Kippen's future Protecting Kippen's Natural Environment Working together to protect the places, wildlife and landscapes that make Kippen special. Protect Nature Care for the Land Work Together Protecting Kippen's Natural Environment The Environment theme brings together projects that protect
- [How We Work](https://kippencc.org.uk/how-we-work/) - Community Action Plan Dashboard CAP Projects How We Work How We Work working together to shape Kippen's future How Ideas Become Community Projects Kippen Community Action Plan Discover how community ideas become real projects through the Community Action Plan. Learn how priorities are identified, funding is secured and local organisations work together to deliver lasting
- [Kippen Community Trust](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-community-trust/) - Who We Are Kippen Community Trust is the organisation in Kippen that handles the community benefit fund set up by the companies developing windfarms in the local area. The Trust was formerly known as the Kippen Initiative. We are a Registered Charity (SC041951) with a registered address of The Reading Room, Castle Hill, Kippen FK8
- [Bin Collections](https://kippencc.org.uk/bin-collections/) - Bin collection dates for the next 6 weeks. We are pulling this data directly from Stirling Council's web calendar so it should be accurate. If in doubt you may want to check. You can find the full calendar on Stirling Council's website at Bin collection dates | Stirling Council All of Kippen has the same
- [About](https://kippencc.org.uk/about/) - Welcome Welcome to the Kippen Community Council website. Here you can find out a little bit about who we are and what we do. Community Councils are voluntary organisations set up by statute by Local Authorities and run by local residents to act on behalf of their area. As the most local tier of elected
- [News](https://kippencc.org.uk/news/)
- [Front Page](https://kippencc.org.uk/hestia-front/)
- [Blog](https://kippencc.org.uk/blog/)
- [Local MPs](https://kippencc.org.uk/local-mps/) - Evelyn Tweed is the current Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP) for the Stirling constituency. You can contact her as follows: Constituency Office: Stirling Business Centre, Wellgreen Place, Stirling, FK8 2DZPhone Number: 01786 235355E-mail: evelyn.tweed.msp@parliament.scotWebsite: https://www.evelyntweed.scot/ Chris Kane is the current Member of Parliament (MP) for the Stirling and Strathallan constituency. You can contact him as follows:
- [Community Council Meetings](https://kippencc.org.uk/meetings/) - Community Council meetings are normally held on the second Wednesday of every month (except for January, July and August) at 7:30 p.m in the Reading Rooms. You are more than welcome to attend as all meetings are open to the public. Minutes of Previous Meetings
- [Local Councillor Surgeries](https://kippencc.org.uk/local-councillor-surgeries/) - Ward 2 Forth and Endrick Local Surgeries 2022 Councillor Gerry McGarvey Councillor McGarvey is not holding surgeries on a specific day or time but you can contact him directly to arrange to meet in person, by telephone or by virtual meeting. Telephone: 01786 233122 | Mobile: 07387 243071 | Email: mcgarveyg@stirling.gov.uk Councillor Paul Henke Councillor
- [Issues](https://kippencc.org.uk/issues/) - Here is a list of issues that have been reported to us or that we are currently working on. We'll keep this updated so remember to check back and see what progress has been made. If you want to report something to us then either use our contact form or drop us an email
- [Kippen for Ukraine](https://kippencc.org.uk/kippen-for-ukraine/) - Update September 2022 Kippen for Ukraine (K4U) has now been in place for over six months with its core aim being to explore and be proactive in ways to support Ukrainians individually and collectively. The K4U group has worked both with potential hosts and the council’s resettlement team to match individuals and families within the
- [Local Councillors](https://kippencc.org.uk/local-councillors/) - Kippen lies within the Forth and Endrick Ward (Ward 2) and is represented by 3 councillors. Details are below You can also see more detailed information on Councillors' surgeries here
- [Village Hall](https://kippencc.org.uk/village-hall/) - The Village Hall is a great community resource. It's home to various classes and events - more details below. The hall is run by volunteers for the benefit of the whole community and is used by local groups running regular classes and activities. Private parties, events, fund-raisers, ceilidhs, plays, weddings etc are all very welcome
- [Documents](https://kippencc.org.uk/documents/) - The section below contains some documents that people may find useful. If you are looking for minutes of Community Council meetings then click this link to go to our meetings page
- [Your Privacy at a Glance](https://kippencc.org.uk/your-privacy-at-a-glance/) - We try hard to protect your personal data and treat it with respect. The tables below show you a summary of what data we collect, why, what we do with it and what rights you have. We also have a more comprehensive policy that goes into more detail and you can read it here Want
- [Photo Credits](https://kippencc.org.uk/photo-credits/) - We are thankful to the hugely talented people registered with unsplash who have made their photos available for public use and are happy to give a shout out to the following people whose work you can see dotted around our site We are also grateful to Daniel Gwerzman who has supplied photographs from around the
- [Privacy Policy](https://kippencc.org.uk/privacy-policy/) - Who we are We are Kippen Community Council. We are an independent voluntary organisation set up by statute and governed by a Scheme of Establishment administered by Stirling Council. We are registered with the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) in the UK. Our registration number is ZA549038. We are committed to respecting your privacy. We are
- [Cookie policy](https://kippencc.org.uk/cookie-policy/) - We use cookies on our website. A cookie is a small file consisting of letters and numbers that we store in your browser. Cookies help give you a better experience when using our website. They cannot be used to identify you personally. We explain below the types of cookies we use and why we use
- [Community Information](https://kippencc.org.uk/community-information/) - If you have any suggestions for information that we can add to the sections below then please contact us. Community Utilities / Council Schools and Education Health Police Transport Local Councillors MP
- [Useful Info](https://kippencc.org.uk/useful-info/) - Community Information Documents
- [Contact Us](https://kippencc.org.uk/contact-us/) - For information on how we handle your personal data see our Privacy Policy
- [Meetings](https://kippencc.org.uk/meetings-2/) - Community Council Meetings Local Councillor Surgeries

## Community Action Plan Projects

- [Burnside Wood Access](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/improve-disabled-access-for-burnside-wood/) - Make paths at Burnside Wood wheelchair accessible
- [Heritage Trail](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/heritage-trail/) - A walk around Kippen and the surrounding area with sign-posting and information boards
- [Solar Panel Project](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/solar-panel-project/) - install some solar panels somewhere sunny
- [Build a Giant Statue of Karl Marx](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/build-a-giant-statue-of-karl-marx/) - Erect a giant statue of the father of Communism to celebrate his links with Kippen. Marx developed the theory of historical materialism, analyzing class struggle under capitalism and predicting the system's overthrow by the proletariat in favour of communism. Marx co-authored The Communist Manifesto (1848) with Friedrich Engels, and undertook a critique of classical political
- [Community Garden](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/community-garden/) - Creation of a community garden providing biodiversity, educational opportunities and volunteer opportunities for residents.
- [Walking route to Woodhouse Cafe](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/walking-route-to-woodhouse-cafe/) - Establish a safe walking route from the village to the woodhouse Cafe at the Station roundabout
- [Playpark Upgrade](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/playpark-upgrade/) - Upgrade the playpark with new equipment and add neurodiverse elements
- [Kippen Kirk Restoration](https://kippencc.org.uk/project/kippen-kirk-restoration/) - remedial work to repair and make safe the old Kippen Kirk

## Organisations

- [Kippen Heritage](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-heritage/) - Kippen Heritage is a registered charity that helps preserve the stories and places from our treasured history.
- [Mitchell Trust](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/mitchell-trust/) - The Mitchell Trust was established under a deed recorded in 1934, to hold premises known today as Kippen Reading Rooms and land, then known as The Games Field, now used for the football pitch and extending up the Burnside Wood to the road beyond. All this property was effectively bequeathed by the family of Stephen
- [Kippen Sports Development Limited](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-sports-development-limited/) - Registered charity and Operators of Kippen Playing Field
- [Kippen Primary School Parent Council](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-primary-school-parent-council/) - Committee of parents representing the children of Kippen Primary School
- [Kippen Community Woodland Group](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-community-woodland-group/) - A voluntary group that manages Burnside Wood on behalf of the Mitchell Trust and Kippen Community Council
- [Kippen Village Hall](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-village-hall/) - A versatile and recently refurbished facility, run entirely by volunteers for the benefit of the whole community. The hall serves as a central hub for local groups, providing a welcoming space for regular classes, activities, and gatherings.
- [Kippen Community Trust](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-community-trust/) - A charitable trust distributing community benefit funding for projects benefiting the Kippen area.
- [Kippen Community Council](https://kippencc.org.uk/organisation/kippen-community-council/) - The statutory representative body for the Kippen Community Council area.

## Events

- [Community Council Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-7/) - Community Council Meeting in the Reading Rooms. Everyone welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-17/) - Our monthly meeting in the Reading Room in Castlehill. Everyone is welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-16/) - Our monthly meeting in the Reading Room in Castlehill. Everyone is welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-15/) - Our monthly meeting in the Reading Room in Castlehill. Everyone is welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-14/) - our monthly meeting in the Reading Room in Castlehill. Everyone is welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-13/) - Next regular Community Council meeting will be held on Wednesday November 13th in the Reading Rooms in Castlehill. Everyone is welcome
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-12/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night. You can download the agenda here KCC Agenda 9th October 2024
- [Community Council Meeting (AGM)](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-agm/) - Next meeting of the Community Council is scheduled for Wednesday 12 June at 7:30pm. This meeting is the AGM and will see the appointment of new office bearers. Meeting will take place in the Reading Rooms in Castlehill Agenda for the Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 12th June 2024 7.30pm in The Reading Rooms Membership
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-6/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-8/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-9/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-10/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-11/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-7/) - Scheduled monthly meeting. Agenda will be published on Facebook nearer to the time. All are welcome - just turn up at the Reading Rooms on the night.
- [Kippen Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-community-council-ordinary-meeting-5/) - Note the change of date - we are now meeting on Monday 13 February rather than Tuesday 14 February Note the change of venue - we are now back in the Reading Rooms
- [Kippen Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-community-council-ordinary-meeting-4/)
- [Ad Hoc Meeting to Discuss AD](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/ad-hoc-meeting-to-discuss-ad/) - An ad hoc meeting will be held on Zoom to discuss the forthcoming Planning Panel meeting (Stirling Council) in relation to the Anaerobic digester application by Graham's Dairy Ref: 21/00686/FUL If you would like to attend the Zoom meeting send us an email (kippencommunitycouncil@gmail.com) and we will email you the link
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-5/)
- [Kippen Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-community-council-ordinary-meeting-3/)
- [Kippen Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-community-council-ordinary-meeting-2/)
- [Kippen Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-community-council-ordinary-meeting/)
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting/AGM](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-4/) - This will be a hybrid meeting - technology willing. You are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom. If you would like an invitation to the Zoom meeting then email us at kippencommunitycouncil@gmail.com
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-3/)
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting-2/)
- [Community Council Ordinary Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-ordinary-meeting/) - Ordinary meeting of Kippen Community Council This meeting will be held on Zoom and a link will be sent to all interested parties nearer the time
- [Zoom Meeting - Planning](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/zoom-meeting-planning/) - We're holding a meeting via Zoom to discuss the plans for the diary and anaerobic digester down on the Carse. If you want to attend get in touch via email and we'll send you an invitation To use Zoom you will need a device with a camera that's connected to the Internet. Laptops and iPads
- [Santa Coming to Kippen](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/santa-coming-to-kippen/) - Santa will visit the following streets (in order) Burnside Main Street Denovan Crecent Oakwood Castlehill Loan Fore Road He will then finish up at Kippen Parish Church. Mulled wine and home baking available from 5pm
- [Community Council meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-6/) - All welcome
- [Community Council Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-5/) - All welcome!
- [Community Council meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-4/)
- [Film Night in Kippen](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/film-night-in-kippen/) - 7 PM to 9 PM -- Film Night in Kippen at the Reading Rooms... followed by our very own Average White Van Band (Cliff, David, Karen, Mike & Stewart) performing at the Cross Keys from 9:15 PM until people stop buying us drinks! We had a great time in September so we hope you will join us again for
- [Classics at Kippen Christmas Celebration](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/classics-at-kippen-christmas-celebration/) - Kathleen McKellar Ferguson presents an evening of carol singing and Christmas music with students from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Tickets £15 & £12 (under 16’s free) info@classicsatkippen.co.uk Or payment details are on the webpage. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served at the interval Proceeds to “Start Up Stirling Christmas Appeal”
- [Trossachs Community Choir Event](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/trossachs-community-choir-event-2/) - Trossachs Community Choirs We invite you to join us for our winter charity concert in aid of Trossachs Search and Rescue Voices in Harmony Featuring our trademark eclectic mix of songs with contributions from ukulele quintet, D’UKES and award winning clarsach players Anne Stephen and Morag Philips Drymen Parish Church Friday 22nd November Gartmore Parish Church
- [Trossachs Community Choir Event](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/trossachs-community-choir-event/) - Trossachs Community Choirs We invite you to join us for our winter charity concert in aid of Trossachs Search and Rescue Voices in Harmony Featuring our trademark eclectic mix of songs with contributions from ukulele quintet, D’UKES and award winning clarsach players Anne Stephen and Morag Philips Drymen Parish Church Friday 22nd November Gartmore Parish Church
- [Kippen Woodland Group AGM](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-woodland-group-agm/) - In line with our constitution, I am providing notice that the Annual General Meeting of the Kippen Community Woodland Group will take place at 20.00 hours at the Cross Keys next Thursday, 7 November. The following business will be covered at the meeting: Chair's report of the activities of the Group during the previous
- [Community Council Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-3/) - everyone welcome
- [Children's Panel Information Session](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/childrens-panel-information-session-2/)
- [Children's Panel Information Session](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/childrens-panel-information-session/)
- [Community Council meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting-2/) - Everyone welcome - just turn up on the night
- [Kippen Street Fayre](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/kippen-street-fayre/)
- [Community Council Meeting](https://kippencc.org.uk/event/community-council-meeting/) - monthly meeting - all welcome

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://kippencc.org.uk/category/uncategorized/)
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## Tags

- [consultation](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/consultation/)
- [environment](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/environment/)
- [housing](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/housing/)
- [taxis](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/taxis/)
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- [FV Sensory Centre](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/fv-sensory-centre/)
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- [pandemic](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/pandemic/)
- [the green](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/the-green/)
- [libraries](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/libraries/)
- [fostering](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/fostering/)
- [foster care](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/foster-care/)
- [brown bins](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/brown-bins/)
- [waste collection](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/waste-collection/)
- [rents](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/rents/)
- [alcohol](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/alcohol/)
- [public safety](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/public-safety/)
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- [culture](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/culture/)
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- [economy](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/economy/)
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- [shopping](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/shopping/)
- [Graham's](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/grahams/)
- [waste](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/waste/)
- [Mains of Boquhan](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/mains-of-boquhan/)
- [Boquhan](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/boquhan/)
- [food](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/food/)
- [COP26](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cop26/)
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- [strategy](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/strategy/)
- [open doors](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/open-doors/)
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- [football](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/football/)
- [Kippen Primary School](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/kippen-primary-school/)
- [christmas](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/christmas/)
- [weather](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/weather/)
- [storm](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/storm/)
- [Storm Arwen](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/storm-arwen/)
- [power cut](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/power-cut/)
- [Stirling](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/stirling/)
- [renovation](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/renovation/)
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- [theatre](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/theatre/)
- [Top of the Town](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/top-of-the-town/)
- [city of culture](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/city-of-culture/)
- [anaerobic digester](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/anaerobic-digester/)
- [dairy](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/dairy/)
- [objection](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/objection/)
- [lateral flow tests](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/lateral-flow-tests/)
- [Hogmanay](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/hogmanay/)
- [New Year](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/new-year/)
- [fireworks](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/fireworks/)
- [music](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/music/)
- [celebration](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/celebration/)
- [holiday](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/holiday/)
- [village green](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/village-green/)
- [ash](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ash/)
- [ash dieback](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ash-dieback/)
- [NEC](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/nec/)
- [YoungScot](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/youngscot/)
- [free bus travel](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/free-bus-travel/)
- [television](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/television/)
- [debate](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/debate/)
- [cigarettes](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cigarettes/)
- [period products](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/period-products/)
- [Ukraine](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ukraine/)
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- [refugees](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/refugees/)
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- [bin collection](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/bin-collection/)
- [Buchlyvie](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/buchlyvie/)
- [ukraina](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ukraina/)
- [Village Hall](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/village-hall/)
- [giant hogweed](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/giant-hogweed/)
- [Glinns Road](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/glinns-road/)
- [EV](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ev/)
- [charging points](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/charging-points/)
- [exams](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/exams/)
- [strike](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/strike/)
- [industrial action](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/industrial-action/)
- [bank holiday](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/bank-holiday/)
- [road closure](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/road-closure/)
- [Branshogle](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/branshogle/)
- [ice](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/ice/)
- [cold](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cold/)
- [winter](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/winter/)
- [power](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/power/)
- [outage](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/outage/)
- [electricity](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/electricity/)
- [Cardross Bridge](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cardross-bridge/)
- [Arnprior](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/arnprior/)
- [vouchers](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/vouchers/)
- [strikes](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/strikes/)
- [electric vehicles](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/electric-vehicles/)
- [sun](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/sun/)
- [light lamp](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/light-lamp/)
- [tablet](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/tablet/)
- [MiFi](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/mifi/)
- [cycling](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cycling/)
- [cost-of-living](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/cost-of-living/)
- [pension](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/pension/)
- [retirement](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/retirement/)
- [rogue traders](https://kippencc.org.uk/tag/rogue-traders/)

## Project Statuses

- [Seeking Funding](https://kippencc.org.uk/project-status/seeking-funding/)
- [On Hold](https://kippencc.org.uk/project-status/on-hold/)
- [Completed](https://kippencc.org.uk/project-status/completed/)

## CAP Priorities

- [Community Facilities](https://kippencc.org.uk/cap-priority/community-facilities/)
- [Environment](https://kippencc.org.uk/cap-priority/environment/)
- [Health and Wellbeing](https://kippencc.org.uk/cap-priority/health-and-wellbeing/)
- [Heritage](https://kippencc.org.uk/cap-priority/heritage/)

## Event Categories

- [Council Meetings](https://kippencc.org.uk/events/category/council-meetings/)
- [Community Council Meetings](https://kippencc.org.uk/events/category/community-council-meetings/)