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ACHA Makes its First Awards in the 10 10 10 Initiative
Argyll Community Housing Association (ACHA) has
just completed its evaluation of the first applications from Argyll and
Bute Schools to the 10 10 10 Initiative.
This initiative was launched in November 2016 to commemorate ACHA’s 10
years as a housing association with a 10 year bequest of £10,000 per
year to support initiatives in Argyll schools brought forward by
pupils.
The first awards have gone to Tiree High School, Tarbert Academy, Port
Ellen and Bowmore Primaries on Islay, Rockfield Primary, Oban, Iona
Primary on Iona, Kirn Primary, Cowal, Lochdonhead Primary on Mull and
Achaleven Primary in Connel.
ACHA Wins on Anti-Social Behaviour
Argyll Community Housing Association (ACHA) has won a legal case against a tenant and their partner who repeatedly engaged in anti-social behaviour at one of their properties in Dunoon.
Although a tough line has always been taken on anti-social behaviour, this was the first instance in the Cowal area of the Association applying for and being granted an Anti-Social Behaviour Order (ASBO). The Association also served a notice of proceedings for breach of tenancy conditions against their tenant. The Sheriff at Dunoon court granted an eviction notice and with an interim ASBO against the tenant. The court further granted a full ASBO against the partner who allegedly lived with the tenant. The court also granted expenses against the couple.Scotland’s Oldest Councillor Helps ACHA Move Home in Bowmore
Veteran Councillor Donnie MacMillan, 89, has helped Argyll Community Housing Association open its new office in Bowmore on the island of Islay. Newly- re-elected Councillor MacMillan has family connections to the island.
Councillor MacMillan joined Islay Councillor Robin Currie in cutting the ribbon to open the new office in Flora Street, Bowmore accompanied by ACHA tenant Bob Munro.
ACHA’s Modern Apprentices Will Earn as They Learn
Argyll Community Housing Association is investing in the future of its workforce by offering three paid Modern Apprentice vacancies to young people across Argyll.
The four-year apprenticeships give candidates the chance to obtain a recognised qualification, as well as gain valuable work experience and receive a competitive salary.
ACHA Makes a Start at Jutland Court, Helensburgh
Argyll Community Housing Association (ACHA) has made a start on its next new housing development at Jutland Court, Helensburgh.
Jackie Baillie MSP officially launched the start of the housing project which will provide 32 new affordable flats and houses for rent, and 6 houses which will be for private sale or rent. ACHA Board members and members of the local Area Committee joined her on site for the ceremony.
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