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Financial support for pupils
Contains information on Education Maintenance Allowance, Free school meals, Clothing grant, Free school transport.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/assistance/
Benefits and grants
Contains information on Welfare Reform, Council Tax Reduction, Housing Benefit, Contact Benefits team, Free School Meals, Scottish Welfare Fund, Discretionary Housing Payments, School Clothing Grant, Blue Badge scheme, Educational grants.
Financial help
This page has information about the financial support available to help with the cost of your care. This could be care and support services at home or in a care home.
Free personal and nursing care
Free personal and nursing care is available for all adults in Scotland who are assessed as needing these services. More information is available on the ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/community-care/financial-support/
Financial difficulties
Aberdeenshire Council recognises that, for those of you facing financial problems or the loss of your job as a result of the current economic downturn, it can be confusing trying to access the right help and advice for your personal circumstances.
The Council in common with a number of other agencies and voluntary organisations offers a ra...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-grants/financial-difficulties/
2017 Statement of Assistance Document FINAL.pdf
PDF document (351 KB)
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/media/21397/2017-statement-of-assistance-document-final.pdf
Schools
Contains information on School meals and payments, School places, School transport, School inspections, Financial support for pupils, Additional support needs, Contact a school, Gaelic in schools, Parentsportal.
Experiencing Financial Difficulties?
Aberdeenshire Council recognises that for those facing financial problems it can be confusing trying to access the right help and advice for your personal circumstances.
The Council, in common with a number of other agencies and voluntary organisations, offers a range of services, support and advice relating to money matters or benefit entitlement....
Financial support for young people
Regular financial support is given to young people aged 16 to 18 who:
have been looked after away from home for over 13 weeks since the age of 14, and
ceased to be looked after over their official school leaving age
This is because young people in this age group are not eligible for state benefits.
Are there any exceptions?
Yes, some young peop...
Trading Standards Business Assistance
Contains information on Trading Standards Business Assistance for businesses, Business Companion, Licensing, Calibration Services, Public Weighbridges.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/business/
APPENDIX B - FINANCIAL DELEGATIONS TABLES.pdf
PDF document (101 KB)
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/media/18287/appendix-b-financial-delegations-tables.pdf
School Meals
Contains information on Special diets, Free school meals, Primary school meals, Secondary school meals, School payments.
Aberdeenshire Educational Trust Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (599 KB)
Kincardineshire Educational Trust Annual Report & Financial Statements 2015.PDF
PDF document (563 KB)
Financial hardship during coronavirus
We appreciate that a number of residents will find themselves in a very different financial position than they may be used to. We will respond to individual cases regarding financial hardship on a case by case basis.
Help with paying your bills
If you are struggling to pay any of the debts owed to Aberdeenshire Council (like Council Tax) please ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/covid-19/council-tax-benefits-welfare-covid-19/
Inverurie & District Charitable Trusts Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (834 KB)
Stonehaven & Lower Deeside Charitable Trusts Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 Mar 2015.PDF
PDF document (639 KB)
Mid Formartine Charitable Trusts Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (576 KB)
East Garioch Charitable Trust Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (574 KB)
Anderson & Woodman Library Trust Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (548 KB)
Andrew Cooper History Prize Fund Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (533 KB)
Mcdonald Public Park Endowment Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (526 KB)
Miss A E Scatterty Bequest Annual Report & Financial Statements 31 March 2015.PDF
PDF document (505 KB)
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
In this section you can find out about support and advice available if you are affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) and current arrangements for council services.
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, please watch our video explaining current arrangements for council services. You can also access coronavirus information on the British Deaf...
Registrars
Contains information on Births, Deaths, Marriages, Civil Partnerships, Family History, Registrar offices, Order a copy of certificate, Registrars fees.
Financial Regulations_update Apr 2014_final.doc
DOC document (212 KB)
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/media/15667/financial-regulations_update-apr-2014_final.doc
School Transport
Contains information on School transport in adverse weather, Mainstream school transport, School travel planning.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/school-transport/
Self-directed support - Option 2
As part of Self-directed support (SDS), there are several options for managing your care. Option 2 is one of these options.
You choose how the budget is used but the money is managed by someone else. This is known as an Option 2.
You can choose to have all or part of your individual budget paid to an Individual Service Fund (ISF) provider. A SDS pa...
School places
Contains information on Register for primary one, Attend an out of zone school, Catchment areas, School roll projections, Secondary school places, Composite classes, Delayed entry to primary one, Apply for a school place.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/admissions/
Self-directed support - Option 1
As part of Self-directed support (SDS), there are several options for managing your care. Option 1, Direct Payment is one of these options.
You can choose to have your individual budget paid into a SDS payment card account. The account will be opened in the name of the person managing the budget, so in your own name or the name of a nominated perso...
Care and support at home
We provide a range of Care at Home services for people who need support to live independently at home. The services provide support and practical help in your own home.
Care at Home is available from early morning to late evening, every day of the year. In exceptional circumstances, or where people experience a crisis, we can arrange for Home Carer...
Private Water Supply Grants
The Private Water Supplies (Grants)(Scotland) Regulations 2006 allow grants to be made to improve private water supplies.
The basic grant scheme is non-means tested and provides financial assistance of up to £800.
The scheme is available to domestic, commercial and public premises but is not available in the following circumstances:
any public bod...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/environmental-health/private-water-supply-grants/
Elections and voting
Contains information on Electoral participation, Election results, Who represents you, How to vote, Where to vote, Contact Election team, Review of polling places, Register to vote.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/elections/
Employment support
The Employment Support Team (EST) is the council's central point for employment support. The team coordinates the Aberdeenshire Employability Partnership, which is geared to help people into work and training.
The EST assists anyone living in Aberdeenshire, who is actively seeking employment or looking to enter education or training to gain full-ti...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/employability-support/employment-support-team/
Homeowners - advice and support
Scheme of assistance
We have produced a scheme of assistance for private homeowners and tenants of private sector landlords. Section 72 of the Housing (Scotland) Act 2006 requires all local authorities to produce a scheme of assistance for private homeowners and tenants. It sets out the circumstances in which we will provide information, advice, an...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/homeowners-advice-and-support/
Travel Planning
Contains information on Aberdeenshire Travel Plan, School Travel Planning, Travel planning for your business.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/transportation/travel-planning/
School Travel Planning
Find out about school travel planning
Delayed entry to primary one
In Scotland, children usually start primary school in the year during which they have their fifth birthday. This means that in primary one classes, children are usually aged between 4 and a half and 5 and a half years old.
When a child doesn't start school at the expected August start date for their year group, it is called deferred entry:
Turning...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/admissions/delayed-entry/
Education Appeals
Contains information on About education appeals, Appeal process, Appeals Committee, Further advice on education appeal.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/education-appeals/
Self-directed Support
Self-directed Support (SDS) is the Scottish Government’s strategy for putting you in control of your own life if you need social care or support to help you live in the community. SDS allows you to choose how your support is provided, and gives you as much control as you want of your individual budget.
It is backed by the Social Care (Self-directed...
Private Water Supplies
Private water supplies are those which are not provided by Scottish Water. Their source of water may be from springs, wells, boreholes, rivers or lochs. Aberdeenshire has over 8000 private supplies, 1500 of them are known as Regulated Supplies. These either supply large numbers of residential properties, with greater than 50 possible occupants, or ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/environmental-health/private-water-supplies/
Roads we maintain
Public roads
The Statutory List of Public Roads is a list of all public roads within Aberdeenshire that we maintain. Members of the public can visit their local roads office during normal working hours to view the list and associated plans.
If information regarding the status of a road is required in writing (eg for a BT wayleave), then a standard ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/roads/maintenance/public-and-private-roads/
Community care
Contains information on Living independently, Protection and support, Caring for others, Financial help, Getting around, Community care policies and strategies.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/community-care/
Throughcare and aftercare service
Contains information on Eligibility and support, Financial support for young people, Pathways assessments, plans and coordinators, Education, training and employment, Supported accommodation, Supported Lodging scheme, Contact Throughcare and Aftercare team.
Housing tenancy during coronavirus
Your tenancy
Mainland Scotland is in Level 4 of the Scottish Government’s COVID-19 restrictions. This will have a significant impact on the delivery of Housing services.
All Housing Officers will be unable to undertake home visits unless for emergency requirements but will remain on hand to assist you by telephone. The team can be contacted in orde...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-covid-19/housing-tenants-covid-19/
Roads and travel
Contains information on Roads, Public transport, Transportation, Harbours, A96 Dualling Inverness to Aberdeen, School transport, Car parking, Electric vehicle (EV) chargers.
Register for primary one
Children start primary one in August and registrations take place in January each year. The year they start depends on when they turn 5.
If your child’s fifth birthday is between 1st March 2021 and 28th February 2022, you can register them in January 2021 to start attending school in August 2021.
All primary one children should be enrolled at their...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/admissions/primary-school-registration/
Apply for a school outside your catchment
Your child would normally attend a school within the school zone (catchment area) close to where you live. However, you can request that your child attends a school in another zone:
How to apply
Appeals
Contact
If you are unsure about which school is in your catchment area you can check school catchments. Alternatively you can email education@abe...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/admissions/out-of-zone-school/
Aberdeenshire Care and Repair
Aberdeenshire Care and Repair provides a free service offering information, advice and help with repairs, maintenance and adaptations to Aberdeenshire owner occupiers and private landlords’ tenants who are over 60 and/or have a disability.
We can help homeowners by providing:
advice and information on practical ways to improve your home
a home vis...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/private-housing/aberdeenshire-care-and-repair/
Discretionary Housing Payments
If you are receiving Housing Benefit but are still having difficulty paying your rent you may be able to claim a Discretionary Housing Payment:
Who can apply
How we decide who gets a payment
Duration of payments
How to apply
Appeal a decision
Contact
View the Discretionary Housing Payments guide (pdf 99.3KB).
Who can apply
To be considered for a ...
Free school meals
The Scottish Government have announced that low income households will receive financial support for meals during the winter school break. View more information about the free school meals coronavirus grant.
A free school meal is a school lunch we provide free of charge to children from families on a low income:
Who can get free school meal
How to...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/assistance/free-school-meals/
Low Cost Shared Equity - how it works
The Low Cost Shared Equity scheme is administered by Aberdeenshire Council and allows the nominated purchaser to buy the majority equity share in a property. Planning agreements between the council and developers enable properties to be offered for sale on an equity share basis. You will have full title for the property and will not have to pay ren...
School and leisure building improvements
Contains information on School building improvement, Condition assessment.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/building-improvements/
Welfare Reform
Contains information on Universal Credit, Benefit Cap, Social Sector Size Criteria, Personal Independence Payment, Experiencing Financial Difficulties?, Social Security Scotland.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-grants/welfare-reform/
What we spend and how we spend it
Information about our strategy for, and management of, financial resources. It explains how we plan to spend public money and what has been spent:
Council plan
Our performance including annual reports
Annual accounts
Audit committee
Budget proposals
Council Tax bands and charges
Revenue and capital budgets
Financial regulations
Community funding a...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/online/model-publication-scheme/class-4/
School payments
Our schools run a cashless payment system for school meals, services or activities. You can manage and top up your child's account online:
How to register
Link your child to your account
How to make school payments
Meal choices
Contact
Due to current coronavirus guidelines we require your support to restrict the handling of cash in schools to red...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/meals/online-payments/
Housing policies and strategies
Housing strategy and assessment
Private housing
Housing for particular needs
Housing options
Energy efficiency
Neighbourhood issues
Repairs and maintenance
Tenancy agreement
Tenant participation
Minority Ethnic Communities
Homelessness
Housing strategy and assessment
Local Housing Strategy 2018 to 2023
Councils are legally required to carry out ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-policies-and-strategies/
Apply for it
Contains information on Building warrant, Housing Benefit and Universal Credit, Discretionary housing payments, Scottish Welfare Fund, Join a library, Blue Badge, Free school meals, Council Tax discount or exemption, Council Tax Reduction, Disabled parking bay, Council housing, Personal licence to sell alcohol, Taxi or private hire licences, Occasional licence to sell alcohol, Private water supply grants.
Voters with a Disability
The following assistance is available for people with disabilities:
Registering
If you need assistance with registering to vote, LARGE PRINT documentation is available on request. You can also adjust the size of the text on these web pages by clicking on the Font button at the top of the page.
During the annual canvass there is a freephone and inte...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/elections/voters-with-a-disability/
Vulnerable tenants and repairs
In circumstances where a tenant is vulnerable , it may be necessary to schedule the repair faster than normal.
We can make arrangements for this if the fault has a negative effect on the tenant’s condition. We can also offer extra assistance, for example, with moving bulky items to provide access for repairs.
Winter roads maintenance
Contains information on Become a snow warden, Winter plan and monitoring, Winter resources and limitations, Snow clearing, Winter driving, School transport and closures, Gritting, Grit bins.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/roads/maintenance/winter-maintenance/
Aberdeenshire Educational Trust
The Aberdeenshire Educational Trust was set up for residents, schools and organisations in the former County of Aberdeen, under the Aberdeenshire Educational Trust Scheme 1955 and Amendment Scheme of 1966. The Trust awards grants to individuals, schools and organisations to help with the cost of school trips, further education and funding for sport...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-grants/educational-grants/
How we procure goods and services from external providers
Information about how we procure goods and services, and our contracts with external providers:
Procurement information including contracts register
Financial regulations
Joint procurement strategy with Aberdeen City and Highland councils
Purchasing goods and services - conditions of contracting with the council
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/online/model-publication-scheme/class-6/
Employability
Find out about employability
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/employability-support/
Licensing policy statements
Having considered the views and the evidence put forward by members of the public and its partners, the Aberdeenshire Licensing Boards have approved their policy statement for the period 2018 to 2023.
View licensing policy statement 2018 - 2023 (pdf 1.5KB).
CCTV guidance from Police Scotland
View Police Scotland CCTV guidance (pdf 62.6KB).
Combined...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/licensing/alcohol/policies/policy-statements/
Schools and learning
Contains information on Educational Psychology Service, Outdoor learning, Instrumental music lessons, Education offices, Schools, Nurseries and childcare, Community Learning and Development, Parental involvement and engagement, Work placement opportunities.
Instrumental music lessons
Contains information on Music tuition, Music centre groups, Youth Music Initiative, Aberdeenshire Youth Orchestra course, Aberdeenshire Schools Pipe Band, Instrumental music portal.
Council and democracy
Find out about council and democracy
Legislation
Officers carry out visits to trade premises such as shops, factories and licensed premises, to ensure they are complying with the criminal law.
Initially advice and assistance is offered to businesses to help them comply. However for more serious offences, or where the law is persistently breached, we can report traders to the Procurator Fiscal for...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/legislation/
Develop a Plan for the Future
As you are now aware the completion of the risk assessment is a useful tool to establish the further controls that require to be implemented to ensure safety within the workplace.
These controls may involve financial outlays and consequently cannot be implemented immediately. For this reason, it is necessary for you to develop a health and safety p...
Consumer Credit or Hire
Licensing
If you provide consumer credit such as listed below, you are likely to require authorisation by the Financial Conduct Authority.
sell goods or provide service on credit
hire or lease out goods for more than three months
lend money
arrange credit for others
offer hire purchase terms
collect debts or purchase debts
help people with debt p...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/business/consumer-credit-or-hire/
Local support for restarting a business during coronavirus
The council and our partner agencies will continue to provide situation specific advice and guidance for the business community across Aberdeenshire. We continue to liaise closely with the Scottish and UK Governments to ensure that Aberdeenshire benefits from the financial packages available, alongside developing local responses to support busines...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/covid-19/reopening-businesses/
COVID-19 Discretionary Business Fund
Update 2nd February 2021: recipients of the Self-employed Income Support Scheme are now eligible for this fund.
The aim of this fund is to mitigate the short term financial challenges being experienced by businesses adversely impacted by restrictions and regulations introduced since October 2020 to control the spread of COVID-19. It enables individ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/business-covid-19/covid-19-discretionary-business-fund/
Parental involvement and engagement
Contains information on Parent Councils, Home education, Parent factsheets, Learning at home, Additional Support Needs, Have your say.
During council home upgrades
To make sure your home improvements go smoothly for everyone:
What you need to do
Assistance and support
Claims against the contractor
Tenant feedback
What you need to do
The contractor will tell you when they need to access your home to do the work. Please help us by:
keeping any appointment they make with you
giving access to them to do the...
Law Enforcement
Officers carry out visits to trade premises such as shops, factories and licensed premises, to ensure they are complying with the criminal law.
Initially advice and assistance is offered to businesses to help them comply. However for more serious offences, or where the law is persistently breached, we can report traders to the Procurator Fiscal ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/business/law-enforcement/
Moving to smaller accommodation
If you are living in council accommodation, and have at least one spare room, we encourage you to move to a smaller property more suited to your needs. You can apply for a transfer, making larger family sized accommodation available to people on our housing waiting list.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for assistance to help yo...
Equality Impact Assessments 2013
This page contains the following information: - 1. Equality Impact Assessments (EIAs) 2. Justification statements explaining why an EIA is not required
If the document opens with a Committee Report, please refer to section three 'Equalities, Staffing and Financial Implications'. This will detail whether an Equality Impact Assessment has been carr...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/equalities/equality-impact-assessments/eias/
Strategic priorities
The Council has significant work to address the impacts on our communities and businesses facing us today, from COVID-19, Brexit, the economic crisis and climate change. The budgetary impact on the Council and, therefore, in turn to the communities we serve is one we must respond to through decisive action.
Our new strategic priorities better refle...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/council-plan/strategic-priorities/
Former tenant arrears
When you terminate your tenancy, you should make sure that you pay the balance of rent to the termination date to avoid falling into arrears at the end of your tenancy.
Housing benefit may only be paid to the date you stop occupying the house, which could be before the end of the termination notice period.
If you had a previous tenancy with us and ...
Car Share Scheme
“You tend to notice you haven’t been to the petrol station for a while.” David Jason
As part of Aberdeenshire Council’s commitment to promoting alternatives to single occupancy car use the Council encourages car sharing.
Aberdeenshire Council fund a FREE online service for anyone interested in car sharing in Aberdeenshire. The scheme is open to ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/transportation/commuting/car-share-scheme/
Have your say: budget proposals 2017/18
As part of our budget planning for 2017/18, a set of infographics was developed and used to seek your views on a range of service themes.
Each of them painted a picture of a different part of council budget-setting. For example, there was a section on the pressures that the council faces, one which focused on Council Tax, and one which laid out som...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/budget-engagement/
Living independently
Contains information on Community care services, How to get care services - care assessment, Eligibility for care services, Self-directed support, Care and support at home, Can't manage at home, Community alarm or telecare, Housing and care homes, Day care for older people, Day care services for adults with disabilities, Day service base closures, Advocacy services.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/community-care/living-independently/
Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme
We run a Rent Deposit Guarantee Scheme to help individuals, couples or families renting in the private sector.
The scheme aims to help people who cannot provide a deposit and where one of the following criteria applies:
aged 16 years and over and may be homeless, or at risk of homelessness, and have received homelessness advice or assistance
asses...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-options/rent-deposit-guarantee-scheme/
Exporting and Internationalisation
Aberdeenshire Council recognises the importance of exporting to our companies and in association with Aberdeen City Council it has agreed that we will draw on the resources and expertise of the international staff within Aberdeen City Council. Services on Exporting are very much customer driven through the Export Survey and the 2008 edition of thi...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/support-and-advice/exporting-and-internationalisation/
Schools and childcare - Coronavirus
Information for parents, carers and young people on return to school arrangements in Aberdeenshire's schools and early learning facilities:
Phased return to school
Contingency planning
Free school meals
School transport
Family Information Service
Shine a Light on Lockdown
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, please visit our main COVID...
Welcome
Introduction
The Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003 requires that 'local access forums' be set up across Scotland to advise local authorities on putting the new legislation into effect.
The Aberdeenshire Local Outdoor Access Forum (ALOAF) covers the area of Aberdeenshire apart from the Cairngorm's National Park and Aberdeen city.
We advise the local a...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/paths-and-outdoor-access/local-outdoor-access-forum/welcome/
Consumer advice
Consumer advice in Aberdeenshire is provided in partnership with consumeradvice.scot an advice only service which is funded by the Scottish Government and covers the whole of Scotland.
If you are looking for information or general help, check out the consumeradvice.scot website or the Which? website dedicated to consumer rights.
Which? have also pu...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/consumers/consumer-advice/
Unpaid work by offenders
Unpaid work - previously referred to as Community Service - is an option available to the courts as part of a Community Payback Order. Offenders carry out work across Aberdeenshire in either small groups or in individual placements. The work is supervised either directly by the service or by another party in agreement with the service.
In 2011 / 12...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/criminal-justice/unpaid-work-by-offenders/
European Social Fund (ESF)
Two European Social Fund (ESF) 'Strategic Interventions' were delivered in Aberdeenshire between 2016 and 2018. View a summary of all the projects (pdf 322KB) that were awarded ESF fund.
View European Social Fund privacy notices.
Aberdeenshire Employability Pipeline
The Aberdeenshire Employability Pipeline provided an integrated, cross-agency app...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/support-and-advice/european-matters/european-social-fund/
Scheme of Governance - How the council makes decisions
The council follow clear procedures to ensure that all decisions are lawful, accessible and transparent.
Decisions made by Members
Members are responsible for making strategic decisions both in Full Council and Committee meetings. Members also monitor and scrutinise delivery of council services carried out by officers.
View committees system for f...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/scheme-of-governance/
Difficulty paying business rates
If you are having difficulties paying your business rates, the important thing is to act now. If you can't pay as requested, please contact our business rates team as we might be able to help and offer advice.
Final notice
If, by 30 September of the current financial year, you have failed to pay as requested on your business rates bill you will no ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/business-rates/difficulty-paying/
How are we going to do things differently
This is a renewal plan for Aberdeenshire; the focus is on exploring how we plan to do things differently, working alongside communities, to ensure we continue to deliver high quality services.
The priorities will inform our Medium-Term Financial Strategy and Carbon Budget, helping us to focus resources where the need is greatest. It will set out ho...
Council Tax discounts and exemptions
Contains information on Single person, Unoccupied property, Students, Young people and apprentices, Person in hospital or care home, Severely mentally impaired person, Disabled person, Care providers, Second home or job related, Low income households.
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-tax/exemption-or-discount/
The impact of COVID-19 on our budget and services
Aberdeenshire Council is a large organisation, with 16,000 employees and delivering hundreds of local services for the benefit of our communities. Our services include nursery, primary and secondary education, health and social care services, maintaining roads and transport, waste and street cleaning, housing, business support, libraries and leisur...
Taxi and private hire operators - Coronavirus
Concern has been raised regarding taxis and private hire cars that are still operating and the lack of physical distancing in such vehicles, or any other controls for that matter. Given that the majority of vehicles used in Scotland as taxi and private hire cars will be salon type cars, 2m social distancing is not always possible.
In saloon cars it...
Business Gateway
Business Gateway is a publicly funded service contributing to the economic wellbeing of Scotland by providing access to free business support services. In Aberdeenshire the service provides assistance and impartial advice to people starting or growing their business by a combination of:
Online support – a comprehensive website with practical infor...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/support-and-advice/business-support/business-gateway/
Community Economic Development
Community Economic Development activities help release the enterprise potential within local communities, working with social enterprises, development trusts and community organisations Where possible, Economic Development provides:
real support to developing communities
guidance in project development
assistance in organisational development
Ab...
Case studies
This page provides examples of projects that schools in Aberdeenshire have been involved in to promote the aims of their school travel plan. If you would like to organise a project, either similar to one below or an idea of your own, please get in touch with your School Travel Planner for assistance.
View example projects:
Wow project case study (...
Residents Permit
Residents Permits are available to those whose main residence is in an approved zone, subject to certain conditions. The permit allows residents living next to or in close proximity to a Council operated car park to park within the specified car park. Holders of a valid resident’s permit do not require to purchase a pay and display ticket when park...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/car-parking/residents-permit/
Sheltered housing during coronavirus
In accordance with Scottish Government requirements, all Sheltered Housing schemes will adopt a range of precautionary measures designed to ensure compliance with COVID-19 Level 4 restrictions. Information will be provided to all tenants within Schemes and it is essential that FACTS guidance is observed at all times.
It is essential that the follow...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-covid-19/sheltered-housing-covid-19/
Dalvenie Gardens respite flat
Dalvenie Gardens is a modern, purpose built very sheltered housing complex in Banchory for older people and people with complex care needs.
We lease and furnish a flat at Dalvenie Gardens to provide a short break respite service so we can work out the need for this type of facility.
The flat is self-contained and spacious. It has its own front do...
Gordon Leisure Projects Trust
The Gordon Leisure Projects Trust grant is for leisure activities and is available to groups operating in the old Gordon District Area:
Alford
Blackburn
Corgarff
Ellon
Huntly
Insch
Inverurie
Kemnay
Kintore
Lumsden
Newmachar
Oldmeldrum
Rhynie
Strathdon
Tarves
Westhill
The purpose of a grant must be for the provision of playing fields, pavilions or...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/gordon-leisure-projects-trust/
War-wounded support funding
ACT2 (Aberdeenshire Charities Trust) administers charitable funds in Aberdeenshire and is a registered charity (SC045539).
The trust has designated funds available to for whole of Aberdeenshire that can be used specifically for war-wounded personnel.
View information about charitable trust funds for war-wounded personnel:
Eligibility
Available f...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/war-wounded-support-funding/
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding process
When your Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding application is received it will be acknowledged in writing. We will check the information is accurate and make sure the reason for funding meets one of the purposes set out in trust.
Valid applications will be presented to the trustees at the next meeting of the trust.
We aim to validate applications ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/charities-trust-funding-process/
Sub-letting your property
You can take someone in to live with you and charge them rent if your home is large enough; and you charge a reasonable rent.
Before you take in a lodger or sub-let all or part of your home you need to obtain our written permission.
You need to let us know who you intend to have as a lodger or sub-let to and the financial arrangements you have made...
Local tenant groups and what they do
Local tenant groups provide help and advice to tenants on housing and community matters. They work together to safeguard and promote the interests of residents in their area on matters concerning housing, the environment and community life.
The simplest way of getting involved would be to go along to one of your local group meetings. Local groups w...
Taxi and Private Hire Driver Support Fund
This fund is now closed to new applications.
If you are a licensed taxi or private hire driver experiencing financial challenge as a result of coronavirus (COVID-19) you may be eligible to receive a one-off grant of £1,500.
This support is separate from and in addition to any other funding you may have received from the Scottish or UK Government, f...
Getting help to buy your home
There are a number of schemes set up to help you buy a new home if you can't afford one:
Low cost initiative for first time buyers (LIFT)
New Supply Shared Equity Scheme
Open market shared equity scheme
Shared ownership
Low cost initiative for first time buyers (LIFT)
If you would like to buy your own home but can't afford to pay the full market ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-options/buying/help-to-buy-home/
Business Resilience and Sustainability Scheme
This scheme has proved very popular and has now closed to new enquiries and applications for the current year.
The Business Resilience and Sustainability Scheme (BRASS) has been introduced to react to and support our most innovative and capable businesses and social enterprises. The scheme is designed to complement work undertaken by our partners...
About Trading Standards for Business
Our aim is to offer advice and assistance to businesses within the Aberdeenshire area to help them comply with the law.
You can now also follow us on Twitter for the latest information and alerts.
We have a duty to ensure the law is enforced but we will act fairly and proportionately in accordance with our Enforcement policy.
Law enforcement
Offic...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/business/business/
Public access - planning and building register
You can view planning and building applications register (public access) to find applications in your area, view documents and drawings relating to them:
Planning applications
Planning enforcement notices
Building warrant applications
For assistance in using the public access system, you may refer to these frequently asked question (pdf 100KB)....
Public access - licensing register
You can use licensing register (public access) to view details of current licence applications as well as licences that have been already issued.
The information on the system is constantly updated throughout working days. Any new applications are available as soon as they are viewed to be valid.
The register also allows you to create a profile to...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/licensing/licence-register/
Children and Families team offices
View locations and contact details of your local Children and Families team.
Worried about a child or young personIf you are worried that a child or young person is at risk or is being abused phone 01467 537111 (9am - 5pm).For out of hours support phone 03456 08 12 06 (weekdays and all weekend).In an emergency phone 999 for police assistance.
Ar...
Civil Partnership Ceremony
View Registrars services during the Coronavirus outbreak.
Once you have decided on a date and venue for your Civil Partnership ceremony, you should contact the appropriate Registration Office as soon as possible to book the services of a registrar. We will be delighted to offer you advice and assistance with any aspect of your Civil Partnership ce...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/registrars/civil-partnerships/civil-partnership-ceremony/
Animal Health and Welfare
Aberdeenshire Council Environmental Health Service is responsible for enforcement of animal health & welfare legislation. This protects the welfare of livestock on farms, at markets and during transportation.
Report dead or missing animal
To report a dead or missing animal contact our Waste team.
Please let them know:
what animal it is
what ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/animal-health/animal-health-and-welfare/
Ythan Project
The Ythan Project was a partnership project which aimed to protect, restore and enhance the river Ythan in Aberdeenshire. The project had three main aims:
to include local people in the work being undertaken and the decisions being made
to undertake restoration work to improve the river environment at key locations
to work with farmers on river-re...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/natural-heritage/ythan-project/
Community Resilience Fund - Coronavirus
The council has made funds available for community resilience work as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more:
Eligibility
Funds
How to apply
Community resilience privacy notice (pdf 95KB)
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, you can have this information translated via contactSCOTLAND-BSL, the online British Sign Language inte...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/community-resilience-covid-19/
Wind Energy Developments
You can also view the Development Briefs
Wind Energy Developments
On 25th August 2005 the Infrastructure Services Committee approved the use of supplementary planning guidance on Policy Inf\7: Renewable Energy Facilities - wind energy
The guidelines are split into two separate documents. Both sets of guidelines have been developed as part of Aberde...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning/plans-and-policies/wind-energy-developments/
Power Boating (Rescue Craft for Dinghy Sailing and Windsurfing Only)
Qualifying Awards
Royal Yachting Association Coaching Scheme
RYA Powerboat Level 2 The minimum requirement for using power boats as rescue craft. This is often regarded the “driving licence” for powerboats.
RYA Intermediate Instructor This award enables the holder to teach powerboat skills up to and including RYA Level 2.
RYA Advanced Instructor Th...
Aberdeenshire Historic Kirkyards Conservation and Repair
With over 150 historic kirkyards widely dispersed throughout the North-East, Aberdeenshire is home to a fascinating collection of memorials and tombstones. Dating from the 13th to the 17th century, the kirkyards have important architectural and historic significance which assists us to understand our local and nation's history.
To prevent further d...
Agricultural Block Exemption Regulation (ABER) Award - SA.53572
Following Section 20 of the Local Government in Scotland Act 2003, Scottish Local Authorities may provide aid for investments in connection with the processing of agricultural products and the marketing of agricultural products. This is in accordance with Article 17 of the Commission Regulation (EC) No. 702/2014 - the Regulation. This payment is ma...
Durnhythe Care Home
Durnhythe care home is in peaceful surroundings in Portsoy, close to the village centre. It is a two storey building and can accommodate 33 residents.
All bedrooms are fully furnished. You can personalise your room by bringing some of your favourite furniture, photographs or other personal items. Each bedroom has a lockable space for safe keeping o...
Changes to Health and Social Care services (COVID-19)
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having an impact on our Health and Social Care services. These services are provided by the Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP). We are expecting a greater demand on many of our Community Services over the coming weeks and months. We will do all we can to continue to support our communities, but there...
Community council elections - nominations guidance
On this page you can view guidance note to help you complete the nomination form for community council elections.
Name of the community council
Please insert the name of the community council you wish to join.
Commonly used forenames
Please include any other forenames you may be known as.
Address, telephone and email
Your full address, telephone nu...
Council Tax bill explained
We send your Council Tax bill in February or March each year. Besides telling you how much Council Tax you have to pay, your tax bills contain quite a lot of other information:
Your bill explained
Who pays the bill
Request a revised copy of your bill
Your bill explained
Your Council Tax bill will show details such as your current method of paymen...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-tax/your-bill-explained/
Garioch area funding
View grants and funding available in the Garioch area:
Garioch Area Committee funding
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Garioch Area Committee funding
Communities across Garioch can now apply for the Garioch Area Initiatives Fund, which will provide funding of up to £5,000.
Funds
How to apply
Area Initiatives Fu...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/garioch/
Small Accommodation Providers Grant
The Support for Small Accommodation Providers Paying Council Tax Fund (SAP-CTF) will support small accommodation providers in Scotland that pay council tax, including Bed and Breakfasts, guest houses and self-catering properties, and which have been impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions.
Eligible businesses will receive a one-off gran...
Sustainability and climate change
The Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009 requires us to act sustainably, contribute to carbon emissions reduction targets and to climate change adaptation. We are expected, along with all Scotland's public bodies, to lead by example in combating climate change and making a valuable contribution towards achieving our emissions reduction targets. Aberd...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/green-living/environmental-policy/
Adults with incapacity
Some adults, aged 16 or over, may not have the capacity to make important decisions about their finances or welfare. This may be because of a mental health problem, learning disability, or dementia.
The Adults with Incapacity (Scotland) Act provides ways to help protect those who are, or may become, incapable of looking after their own welfare or ...
Registration of tenant organisations
Non-registered tenant organisations
Criteria for registration of tenant organisations
Applying for registered tenant organisation status
Other aspects of the registration of tenant organisations
More information
Non-registered tenant organisations
We support the delivery of tenant participation in Aberdeenshire by registered tenant organisations...
Winter maintenance resources
The provision of the winter maintenance service costs the council in the region of £4 million to £9 million depending on the severity of the winter. Over the winter period we expect to use between 40,000 tonnes and 55,000 tonnes of salt and spend between £1.9 million to £2.9 million on winter plant (such as snow ploughs, gritters, tractors). Our wo...
Register of Members' Interests
Regulations made under the 2000 Act - Ethical Standards in Public Life etc. (Scotland) Act 2000 (Register of Interests) Regulations 2003 - provide for Councillors to give Notice of "Registrable Interests" as follows (references relate to paragraphs of the Councillors' Code of Conduct):
Gifts and hospitality (3.13)
Remuneration (4.3 to 4.11)
Relate...
Why we created our Digital Strategy
The work of our previous digital strategy ‘Innovate Aberdeenshire’ 2015-2020 paved the way for customers to access and use our services in new ways, and facilitated new internal working practices which improved the quality of our services, whilst contributing to the overall efficiency savings for the Council. These strong foundations stood us incre...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/digital-strategy/digital-strategy-background/
Very Sheltered Housing
Very Sheltered Housing lets older people or people with disabilities keep their independence and privacy while making sure care and support is provided. It is usually offered to people who are 60 years of age or above and vulnerable in their current accommodation. Younger applicants may be considered depending on their circumstances.
Applicants are...
Small society lottery return
Every society registered with us to run small society lotteries must submit a return after each lottery is held. This is to allow us to assess whether financial limits are being adhered to and to ensure that any money raised is being applied for the proper purpose.
The information that must be submitted is as follows:
The arrangements for the lott...
Community Mental Health Team
Our Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) assesses, treats and manages care needs and provides support for people experiencing serious mental health problems. The team help you to live as independently as possible in your community.
We have 3 teams covering North, South and Central Aberdeenshire. They are integrated teams of different health and soci...
Kinship care
Our Kinship Care service assesses and supports the carer and child as a family, known as the kinship family. As well as promoting the safety and welfare of children and young people.
We have a duty to assess and support kinship carers who care for children who are looked after and housed through an arrangement by Aberdeenshire Council, known as Loo...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/children-and-families/kinship/
If you are an Archaeological Consultant
You will be contacting us for a variety of reasons, from collecting baseline data for Environmental Impact Assessments and Desk-Based Assessments to seeking comments on areas a client is interested in.
The type of record that we hold is an historic environment record (HER). In addition to the SQL based databases we maintain, we can import and expor...
Self-directed Support payment card queries and contact us
This page has contact information to help you with any questions about your Self-directed Support (SDS) payment card and account.
The card is provided by our partner Prepaid Financial Services (PFS).
If you have any questions about your care and support, please contact your Social Worker, Care Manager, Enablement and Support Coordinator, Local Area...
Being a community councillor
Being a community councillor means you have shared responsibility for the success of the community council, even if you are not an office bearer. You must commit to the role and uphold the standards and values of the community council. All members should contribute to discussions and decisions concerning the work of the community council.
Roles wit...
The Faithlie Centre
Conservation and building adaption category – category winner, distinction
Project – The Faithlie CentreArchitect – Moxon Architects LtdMain Contractor – Morrison Construction LtdEngineer – David Narro Associates (Structural Engineer)Location – Fraserburgh Photos – Ben Addy
The judging panel felt this was a really key project in terms of regenerati...
Business support and funding from external organisations - Coronavirus
On this page you can view guidance and support available for businesses:
Business Gateway support
Scottish Government support
Find business support
My world of work
UK businesses trading internationally
Interface
Libraries innovation network Aberdeenshire
Insurance guidance
Business Gateway support
Business Gateway provides a list of free busines...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/business-covid-19/supporting-organisations/
Manual Handling
Manual Handling operations may result in injury, accidents and ill health. In fact these work activities account for approximately 25% of all reported work related injuries every year and it is estimated that many more occur which are never reported. So what is manual handling and how does it relate to your business?
Manual Handling - Risk Assessm...
Burial ground charges
Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak the advance sale of lairs (where not associated with an interment) at Aberdeenshire cemeteries has been temporarily suspended. This suspension includes associated administrative processes such as lair transfers and the selling of unwanted lairs to the council. The processing and approval process for headst...
Who to phone in an emergency
Find out who to contact in urgent situations:
Out of hours emergency service
Urgent social care or someone at risk of harm
Concerned about flooding
If the emergency or crisis is life threatening, phone 999. If you are worried about someone who is ill, call NHS 24 on 111.
Out of hours emergency service
Our out of hours emergency service is availab...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/contact-us/emergency-contacts/
Essential services and key workers - Coronavirus
We must discharge our duties as a category 1 responder as defined in the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, with emphasis on the wider consequence implications for the council and the Grampian Local Resilience Partnership area as part of any multi-agency response. This is to make sure we continue to deliver essential frontline services to Aberdeenshire ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/covid-19/essential-services-and-key-workers-covid-19/
Delivering development - action programme
As a requirement of the development planning process, we have prepared an action programme to accompany the Aberdeenshire Local Development Plan 2017 which was adopted on 17 April 2017.
The action programme supports delivery of the Local Development Plan and serves as a project management tool to implement the strategy of the plan. The action prog...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning/plans-and-policies/delivering-development/
St Mary's Kirkyard Banff
In the heart of Banff, one of the most important sea-ports in medieval Scotland, are the remains of the parish church of St Mary’s. The story that it, and the burials around it, can tell is intimately bound up with the changing fortunes of the burgh of Banff itself and the surrounding countryside.
The parish kirk of St Mary’s that was rebuilt in 14...
Buchan area funding
View grants and funding available in the Buchan area:
Coastal Communities Fund grants for Buchan
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Coastal Communities Fund grants for Buchan
Coastal communities and community or third sector led projects, within 1 mile of the Buchan coastline, can apply for the Coastal Communitie...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/buchan/
Short Breaks Bureau
The Short Breaks Bureau supports carers and the people they care for to access personalised short breaks (also known as innovative respite).
Our Short Breaks Bureau service offers practical support and advice to people planning a short break. They work with Health and Social Care staff to make sure you, and the person you care for, get the best br...
Using the Self-directed Support payment card
The Self-directed Support (SDS) payment card should be used to pay for care and support agreed in your support plan. For example to pay:
for care from an agency
transport
leisure activities
support services
your personal assistants
As long as the payment you wish to make is agreed in your support plan, you can use the payment card to make payment...
Fostering in Aberdeenshire
Why do children need foster carers?
Children come into foster care for various reasons, but mainly for their own health and safety. Sometimes there are problems at home and breakdowns in family relationships. Some children may be neglected or abused in other ways. There may have been a sudden family illness and there are no other relatives availabl...
Difficulty paying Council Tax
Find out what happens if you don't pay your Council Tax:
Stage 1 - overdue account notice
Stage 2 - second overdue account notice
Stage 3 - final notice
Stage 4 - summary warrant
Should you wish to make a payment arrangement to pay the outstanding balance, please contact our customer support team on 03456 081201 or alternatively you can send an e...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-tax/difficulty-paying/
Re-use of public sector information
The Re-Use of Public Sector Information Regulations are intended to encourage and make it easier to re-use information produced by public organisations.
Re-use means the use of information for any purpose other than that for which it was originally produced. For example, this would mean an individual, company or other organisation taking informati...
Choose how to pay business rates
For the 2020/21 financial year, all business properties will automatically qualify for a 1.6% reduction in their gross rates bill. In addition, various business rates reductions and rates reliefs are available for ratepayers. These reliefs and reductions are subject to individual qualifying criteria:
Direct Debit
Pay online
Over the phone
Internet...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/business-rates/ways-to-pay/
Kincardine and Mearns area funding
View grants and funding available in the Kincardine and Mearns area:
Kincardine and Mearns Area Committee funding
Kincardineshire Education Trust application
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Kincardine and Mearns Area Committee funding
The area committee has a small budget which can be used to 'top up' other fun...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/kincardine-and-mearns/
Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA)
Applications for the school session 2020-21 closed on 31st March 2021. The application for school session 2021-22 will be available soon.
An Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) is an allowance of £30 per week, which can be paid to eligible students who stay on in education after the age of 16 years. Your EMA is paid every 2 weeks during school te...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/schools/school-info/assistance/ema/
Banff and Buchan area funding
View grants and funding available in the Banff and Buchan area:
Banff and Buchan Area Initiative Fund 2021-2022
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Banff and Buchan Initiatives Fund
Banff and Buchan Area Initiative Fund 2021-2022
The Banff and Buchan Area Committee, at its meeting on Tuesday, 30th March 2021, agree...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/banff-and-buchan/
Community Learning and Development
View current arrangements for Community Learning and Development (CLD) services during the coronavirus outbreak.
The Community Learning and Development (CLD) Service works to improve the communities and personal lives of people in the area:
CLD Service
Our work with young people
Our work with adults
Our work with communities
Contact
CLD Service
T...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/cld/
General guidelines on changes to the Licensing service - Coronavirus
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic we have had to make changes to the way we operate. Find out more about these changes:
Face to face contact
Submitting applications
Committee and board meetings
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, you can have this information translated for you via contactSCOTLAND-BSL, the online British Sign Langua...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/licensing/general-guidelines-covid-19/
Marriage ceremonies
View Registrars services during the Coronavirus outbreak.
There are few moments in a lifetime as unique or memorable as your marriage ceremony. We know that every single ceremony is special, and our experienced registrars enjoy working with couples to ensure that on the big day, their marriage ceremony is just perfect.
Choosing your venue and type ...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/registrars/marriages/marriages/
Regeneration schemes for town centres
Town Centre Regeneration Schemes have been carried out in several towns in Aberdeenshire, focusing on the regeneration of towns along the north coast. These have been delivered with the assistance of funding from either or both of Historic Environment Scotland’s Conservation Area Regeneration Scheme (CARS) and the Heritage Lottery.
Through the deli...
Alcohol and Substance Misuse
Abuse of alcohol or substances can effect work performance and jeopardise safety.
People under the influence of alcohol or substances at work are a hazard to themselves and the people they work with. Among substances that are deliberately misused are:
solvents
illegal drugs such as heroin and cocaine
prescribed drugs such as ...
Aberdeenshire Council Archaeology Service War Memorials Recording Project
Since 2001, the Archaeology Service has been systematically recording all of the war memorials in Aberdeenshire, Moray and Angus, and using the information to update the Historic Environment Records for the three Local Authority areas.
Much of this work was carried out initially by local volunteers, whose assistance with the project has been greatl...
Before council home upgrades
We will write to you at least 3 months before the start of the 12 month period in which your home is due for an upgrade. We will send you information including our guides to upgrade covering what’s involved and what you need to do. The guides have important information in them about how your upgrades will be affected by coronavirus (COVID-19).
If, ...
Dawson Court respite flat
Dawson Court is a modern, purpose built very sheltered housing complex in Turriff for older people and people with complex care needs.
A flat at Dawson Court is furnished to provide a short break respite service, so we can work out if there is a need for this facility.
Short break respite accommodation gives you the opportunity for a relaxed and en...
Jarvis Court respite flat
Jarvis Court is a modern purpose built development of very sheltered housing complex for older people and people with complex care needs.
We lease and furnish a flat at Jarvis Court to provide a short break respite service, so we can work out if there is a need for this type of facility.
Short break respite accommodation is provided to give you the...
Building Standards - Coronavirus
We are taking steps to allow us to continue to deliver our services with as little disruption as possible. On this page you can find out about current arrangements for the following:
eBuilding Standards portal and paper submissions
Warrant process
Building work inspections
Warrant expiries
Dangerous buildings
Contact Building Standards team
If yo...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning/building-standards/building-warrant-covid-19/
Registration Offices
At present our registration offices are closed to the public, apart from appointments for the following purposes: signing of birth register, producing original documents in respect of forth coming marriages or collection of marriage schedules. View Registrars arrangements during coronavirus.
We provide a consistent range of services throughout Aber...
Coronavirus information for health and social care service providers
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having an impact on our Health and Social Care services. These services are provided by the Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP). Commissioned service providers help the AHSCP to provide adult health and social care services across Aberdeenshire.
On this page you can find information and guidance on cor...
Registrars services - Coronavirus
On this page you can view update on registration services during coronavirus (COVID-19).
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, you can have this information translated for you via contactSCOTLAND-BSL, the online British Sign Language interpreting service.
Registration availability
The health and safety of our customers and colleagues is of...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/registrars/registrars-covid-19/
Performance - how we compare to others
The Local Government Benchmarking Framework (LGBF) brings together a wide range of information about how all Scottish councils perform in delivering services to local communities. The framework covers most major areas of public service delivery in Scotland and includes information about the cost of services, what outcomes are being achieved and how...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/strategy-and-performance/how-we-compare-to-others/
Circuses and funfairs
View booking conditions and procedure for circuses and funfairs on council owned land:
Funfairs can only be booked by a Registered Fairground Operator
Applications must be submitted a minimum of 28 calendar days prior to occupation
Applications must be on the approved form available from the offices below and accompanied by the relevant safety cer...
Developer Obligations
Developer Obligations cover both developer contributions and affordable housing.
When a development takes place there is a need for infrastructure and services to accompany it. This can include roads, schools or a wide range of facilities depending on the scale and location of development.
Developer contributions are intended to ensure that develop...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning/plans-and-policies/developer-obligations/
Delivering our priorities across services
Over the next few years, we will sharpen the focus on our Priorities. Services are likely to look very different to how they are now, and we will have to take significant cost out of the organisation in order to deliver our Medium-Term Financial Strategy and continue to balance the books.
In order to do this, we have set out how we will support the...
Supported Lodgings Scheme - information for hosts
What is supported lodgings?
Who can apply?
What accommodation is required?
How long will a placement last?
What kind of support do young people need?
What can supported lodgings hosts expect from the tenant?
How do I become a supported lodging host?
How are placements arranged?
What about finances?
Further information
What is supported lodging...
Enduring post adoption support
Children joining an adoptive family require to be parented in a way that builds their attachments and allows them to feel safe and secure throughout childhood. Our staff are able to support you with adoptive parenting through our extensive knowledge and experience of how a high structure and high nurture approach can benefit your whole family.
No t...
If you are an SRDP applicant or Forestry Manager
There may be archaeological sites within your SRDP or forestry scheme area which will need to be protected and managed. The Archaeology Service is able to provide information and advice on the historic environment to help in preparing applications for schemes within Aberdeenshire, Moray, Angus and Aberdeen City Council areas.
Information and advice...
Reductions and relief schemes
For the 2020/21 financial year, all business properties will automatically qualify for a 1.6% reduction in their gross rates bill. In addition, various business rates reductions and rates reliefs are available for ratepayers. These reliefs and reductions are subject to individual qualifying criteria:
Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Relief
Empty P...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/business-rates/reductions-and-relief-schemes/
Licensing
Listed Alphabetically:
Animal Feed Business
Consumer Credit or Hire
Explosives
Petroleum
Poisons
Animal Feed Business
To ensure that the quality of animal feed is maintained by using appropriate storage and transport arrangements. The Feed (Hygiene and Enforcement) (Scotland) Regulations 2005 require feed businesses to register with Food Standard...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/business/licensing/
Scottish Welfare Fund
The Scottish Welfare Fund is administered by councils in Scotland to provide financial support to people who are facing a crisis or need help to live in the community. It is normally a one-off grant for living expenses or household goods:
Crisis Grants
Community Care Grants
COVID-19 Self-isolation Support Grant
How to apply
Appeal a decision
View...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-grants/welfare-reform/scottish-welfare-fund/
Health and Social Care Strategies, Plans and Reports
The key documents for Aberdeenshire Health and Social Care Partnership (AHSCP) and the Integration Joint Board (IJB) are on this web page. They include our organisation and service specific strategies, the plans that direct the services we deliver and our annual performance reports and accounts.
The documents are grouped as follows:
Governance
St...
Marr area funding
View grants and funding available for the Marr area:
Marr Area Committee funding
Marr Area Large Grant Scheme
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Marr Area Committee funding
Grants of up to £2,000 are available from the Marr Area Committee Small Grant Scheme for projects which aim to help improve local communities...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/marr/
Trading standards - Coronavirus
The Trading Standards service is still operational and responding to service requests from businesses and the public whilst ensuring the latest government guidelines are being followed. We are committed to meet statutory regulations and will continue to carry out duties to protect public health, public safety and animal welfare at this time.
On thi...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/trading-standards/trading-standards-covid-19/
Children’s Social Work services - Coronavirus
Whilst coronavirus (COVID-19) is having an impact on service delivery, Children’s Services Social Work is still here, and we continue to provide support to children and families in need across Aberdeenshire.
We are expecting a greater demand on many of our services over the coming weeks and months. We will do all we can to continue to support our c...
Purchasing Services
Conditions of Contracting with the Council
The Council have terms and conditions that suppliers are required to adhere to when they deal with the Council. Where there are larger value contracts that deal with particular goods, works or services specific bespoke terms and conditions may be issued with tender documents for these. However, attached ar...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/about-us/purchasing-services/
Gypsy Travellers
Gypsy Travellers, or as per official term Gypsy/Travellers, are a recognised ethnic group. They consider the travelling lifestyle part of their ethnic identity and culture. It’s difficult to give an exact figure of how many live in Aberdeenshire. A study has suggested there are 100 to 200 Gypsy Travellers living in Aberdeenshire at any one time.
Vi...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/minority-ethnic-communities/about-gypsy-travellers/
Use of Ultraviolet Equipment
What is UV?
The sun gives out a range of different forms of energy. This range is termed the electromagnetic spectrum and includes ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Scientists have classed UV into three bands:
UVC
UVB
UVA
UVC is absorbed by the ozone layer and does not reach the earth's surface.
UVB is partially absorbed by the ozone layer and the atmo...
Licensing - Coronavirus
Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic we have had to make changes to the way we operate. Find out more about these changes:
Face to face contact
Submitting applications
Committee and board meetings
If you are a British Sign Language (BSL) user, you can have this information translated for you via contactSCOTLAND-BSL, the online British Sign Langua...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/licensing/licensing-covid-19/
Community food fund
The council has made funds available to support local projects tackling food security in Aberdeenshire communities as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Find out more:
Eligibility
Funds
How to apply
Submitting more than one application
Examples of what will be supported
What will not be supported
Resources for seeking funding
If you...
Odours
An odour can be defined as a smell that is detectable. People have different abilities and tolerances of odours, and as such, we are faced with an often difficult task of establishing whether the odour is bad enough to cause a 'nuisance' or simply causes annoyance.
There are no laws that relate specifically to odour, nor is there a fixed level whic...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/environment/environmental-health/odours/
Formartine area funding
View grants and funding available in the Formartine area:
Formartine Area Committee funding
Aberdeenshire Charities Trust funding
Common Good Fund applications
Formartine Area Committee funding
Funding is available from the Formartine Area Committee. To apply complete the Formartine grant application form (pdf 114KB).
Aberdeenshire Charities Trus...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communities-and-events/funding/formartine/
Housing Support
What is Housing Support?
Who can receive support?
What can the Housing Support service help you with?
What the Housing Support service cannot help you with
The role of your Housing Officer (Support)
How to contact us
Housing Support privacy notice (pdf 82.1KB)
What is Housing Support?
Our Housing Support Outreach Service is a free, short term ser...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/housing/housing-options/renting/housing-support/
Aberdeenshire Travel Plan
In 2005 Aberdeenshire council published a council wide travel plan. Currently we are reviewing our main sites and seeking to implement site specific travel plans.
Various initiatives have been delivered to support the aims of travel planning.
Travel plan initiatives
Maintaining a high profile through interesting initiatives is important for any tr...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/transportation/travel-planning/travel-plan/
Premises licence - guidance
We produced guidance to help you understand the process of applying for premises licence. For further information view full guidance (pdf 191KB).
View information about:
Who can apply
Operating plan
Layout plan
Disabled access and facilities statement
Who can apply
Any person aged 18 and over can apply for a premises licence as can a partnership,...
Aberdeenshire Town Centres Phoenix Fund
This scheme has been fully subscribed and has now closed to new enquiries and applications.
The Town Centres Phoenix Fund was a one-off grant that was made available to eligible town centres across Aberdeenshire with a fundamental principle to support the town centre businesses (collectively) to ‘re-launch’ their town centres, encourage footfall a...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/business/support-and-advice/communities/phoenix-fund/
Rehabilitation and detox
Rehabilitation and detox from alcohol and drug misuse is a lengthy and life-changing process. It requires considerable preparation and investment from yourself and the services supporting you.
Community rehabilitation
Your assessment and care plan may identify community rehabilitation as the best service for your needs. A Care Manager will work wit...
Charitable collection licence
Please note that at the moment, council offices are closed and officers are working from home due to coronavirus. There may be a delay in processing paper application. Find out more about changes to licensing services.
Anyone who organises a collection of money for charity, either in a public place or house to house, needs permission from the counc...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/licensing/licences-and-permits/public-charitable-collection/
Domestic abuse services and support
This page provides information on the support and services available to those affected by domestic violence and abuse in Aberdeenshire.
Domestic violence and abuse includes physical, emotional, financial and sexual abuse in couple relationships or between family members. There are different kinds of abuse, but it is always about having power and co...
Who's Who
The Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology in 2017 provides the perfect opportunity to discover the heritage resources that Aberdeenshire Council and its partners have to offer. Find out more about who we are, what we do and our 2017 activities.
Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire Archives
Aberdeenshire Council shares its Archive Service with Aberd...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/leisure-sport-and-culture/hha/hha-partners/
Neighbour issues - Coronavirus
While many of our Environmental Health team are dealing directly with the impacts of Brexit and supporting our communities through the COVID-19 restrictions, we do have a small team of staff carrying out our normal statutory functions. We continue to engage and provide assistance via telephone and email to those who are experiencing neighbour nuisa...
Procurement
View procurement information on:
Contracts register
Conditions of contracting with the council
Tender opportunities
Other publications
Larger contracts
Community Care and Support Services
Schools
Tender documents
Tender return and evaluation
Contract award
Seeking feedback
Payment
Supplier development
Joint procurement strategy
Procurement annual ...
Renting from a registered social landlord
Housing associations are ‘not-for-profit’ organisations who offer affordable accommodation. Some specialise in accommodation for particular groups of people such as older people or disabled people. Many are registered social landlords which means they are required to register with the Government.
Housing association rents are generally cheaper than...
Planning and environment services - Coronavirus
We are taking steps to allow us to continue to deliver our services with as little disruption as possible. On this page you can find out about current arrangements for the following:
Planning applications
Enforcement - planning control
Local Development Plan - public consultation closed
Environment and archaeology
If you are a British Sign Langua...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/planning/planning-and-environment-covid-19/
Business Continuity Planning
What is Business Continuity Planning?
Business Continuity Planning is a management process that provides a framework for building resilience of an organisation with respect to any eventuality. It provides a basis for planning to ensure continuity of key services, in the event of a disruption.
A business continuity plan involves thinking ahead and p...
What we do with personal information
Find out what we do with your personal information:
How we use your personal information
Where we store your personal information
How long we store your personal information for
How we keep your personal information secure
When we transfer your personal information beyond the European Economic Area (EEA)
The reasons we share your personal informat...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/online/legal-notices/data-protection/personal-data-what-we-do/
How to apply
Applying for a job with Aberdeenshire Council
Searching for a job
Completing the application form
Shortlisting of applications
Invite to Interview
Interview
Assessment Centre
Job offer pending checks
Other information
GJIS
Applying for a job with Aberdeenshire Council
Aberdeenshire Council is one of the largest employers in the North East of Sco...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/how-to-apply/
Health, Safety and Welfare
The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations relate to the suitability of all workplaces for all members of the workforce including those with disabilities. These regulations relate to premises with employees and not those with only self employed persons.
So what is a suitable workplace?
There are specific requirements laid down ...
Housing Benefit Frequently Asked Questions
Who can claim housing benefit?
You can claim housing benefit if you are paying rent on the property you live in. This applies if you are:
a council tenant
a private tenant
a housing association tenant
a lodger or boarder
living in a hostel, hotel or bed and breakfast
living in a mobile home
renting under a shared ownership scheme.
Please note: yo...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/benefits-and-grants/housing-benefit-frequently-asked-questions/
Gardenstown landslip - media statements
View Gardenstown landslip media statements in reverse time order. You can also read the latest media releases.
18th June 2018 - First phase of Gardenstown landslip protection complete as final nails secure mesh to slope
The first phase of work to secure the unstable slope above Gardenstown’s Harbour Road has been completed with the final soil nails...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/local/gardenstown-landslip/media-statements/
OGTC GBER Scheme
Oil and Gas Technology Centre Support for Research and Innovation – State Aid
The objective of the scheme is, in terms of Articles 22 and 25-29 of the European Union’s General Block Exemption Regulation, to provide:
Aid for start-ups
Support for research and development projects
Aid for the construction or upgrade of research infrastructures that ...
Car parks in Aberdeenshire
Parking charges are to be reintroduced at pay and display car-parks from week beginning Monday, 4th January 2021.
A pay and display ticket or cashless parking payment is valid in any car park within the same town, during the period for which payment has been made.
Search for car parks, and the type of spaces available, by town name. You can also v...
https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/car-parking/car-parks/