Sport Aberdeen is holding an open day between 10am and noon on Saturday 22nd June at the recently refurbished Ruthrieston Outdoor Sports Centre.

My congratulations to the Trustees of Great Western Community Trust and all their supporters for completing the purchase of the Holburn West Church building. This secures the church building for community use.

Part of the area I represent, Ruthrieston, is in the Ferryhill and Ruthrieston Community Council area. Issues discussed at their meeting on 12th June included the condition of roads in Ruthrieston, recruitment of new community councillors, and a financial report.

Issues discussed at the 11th June meeting of Garthdee Community Council included the latest Police report, antisocial drivers, litter, dog fouling, and grass cutting.

Over £10 million will be invested in roads, pavements, street lighting, and related works across Aberdeen in 2024/25.

The May police report for Garthdee is now available. Issues covered include theft, antisocial behaviour, and information for residents.

The refurbished tennis courts at Ruthrieston Outdoor Sports Centre off Pitstruan Place are now fully reopen.

Issues discussed at the 28th May meeting of Braeside and Mannofield Broomhill Community Council included flooding on part of Countesswells Road, parking at the Mannofield shops, and a planning application for a battery storage facility off Countesswells Road.

I am delighted that Margaret Place has now been resurfaced. This will make a huge difference for residents and users of Ruthrieston Community Centre.

The Police have carried out speed checks on Countesswells Road after I highlighted residents’ concerns about speeding drivers to them.