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Construction Begins on 20 New Council Homes at Fraser Path, Arbroath

Works have started on the delivery of 20 modern homes at Fraser Path, as part of Angus Council's housing service improvement plan.
The Β£4.9 million project will provide modern accessible homes for social rent.

09.03.2026 16:23 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Pet Policy

Pet Policy

We know how important pets are to our tenants, and we want to make sure our policies reflect what matters to you. That’s why we’re reviewing and updating our Pet Policy, and we want you to be part of the conversation.

Simply scan the QR code to take the survey.

06.03.2026 10:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Anyone can be a victim of doorstep crime. Minimise your risk, use a reputable trader that has been vetted by Trading Standards.

Find your local Trusted Trader in Angus here: https://orlo.uk/Jj0uT

06.03.2026 09:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image shows roadworks cones

Image shows roadworks cones

Please find the latest information on the roadworks in Kirriemuir due to start on Monday, 9 March and details on the modified bus services: https://orlo.uk/Q3bhB

This has also been amended in the bus timetables pages: https://orlo.uk/WCfmM

05.03.2026 11:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
2026 Tenant survey

2026 Tenant survey

2026 Tenant Satisfaction Survey Begins Soon

The Housing Service 2026 Tenant Satisfaction Survey will be launching soon. We want to know what you think about our homes and the services we provide, and we value your feedback and suggestions on how we can continue to improve.

05.03.2026 08:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Garage estate 1

Garage estate 1

Garage estate 2

Garage estate 2

Our garage estate is currently undergoing repairs. We are progressing an options appraisal to determine the future of our garages, with consultation taking place in March. Any leaseholder wishing to terminate their lease can do so and the 28-day notice period will be waived.

05.03.2026 08:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
colourful text image with rainbow and text "2's Together" Angus Council

colourful text image with rainbow and text "2's Together" Angus Council

Our Early Years Service is excited to launch 2’s Together, a new funded early learning and childcare option for parents and carers, and their eligible 2-year-old to play and learn together.

To find out more and apply, visit our website https://orlo.uk/5XFtU

02.03.2026 10:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Free Period Products in Angus. Sustainable, reusable, and environmentally friendly.

Free Period Products in Angus. Sustainable, reusable, and environmentally friendly.

Free sustainable period products Now Available in Angus

βœ… Free
βœ… Reusable
βœ… Environmentally friendly

The Free Period Angus initiative is providing free period products across Angus to help tackle period poverty and reduce single-use waste.

Collect yours today: https://orlo.uk/BTfVR

02.03.2026 08:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Callback Process Explained

Callback Process Explained

Here’s everything you need to know to ensure your Callback is scheduled correctly.

26.02.2026 17:50 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Photo from Forfar Loch Playpark in the summer

Photo from Forfar Loch Playpark in the summer

The Forfar Loch playpark volunteer group will be meeting again next week. The project is at an early stage, so a great time for anyone interested to get involved.

If you would like to register your interest or find out more, please email the parks team ACCESSLESParksCountryside@angus.gov.uk

26.02.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
colourful text image with rainbow and text "2's Together" Angus Council

colourful text image with rainbow and text "2's Together" Angus Council

Our Early Years Service is excited to launch 2’s Together, a new funded early learning and childcare option for parents and carers, and their eligible 2-year-old to play and learn together.

To find out more and apply, visit our website https://orlo.uk/6QcrI

26.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Forfar Housing Officer, Kelly Baxter with one of the key workers.

Forfar Housing Officer, Kelly Baxter with one of the key workers.

New communal bins.

New communal bins.

New communal bins.

New communal bins.

New communal bins.

New communal bins.

A special thank-you to the SWAT team, who spent the entire day ensuring all the old bins were replaced with new bins, the Parks Team, the Waste Team, the Tenants Participation Team, and the Forfar Housing Team for their continued support and hard work throughout this process.

26.02.2026 09:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Neil Gherxi Joinery Services Ltd

β€œNeil has provided joinery services from simple door fixes to full house fit outs and everything in between…very reliable, immaculate work and attention to detail is exceptional.”

Neil Gherxi Joinery Services Ltd β€œNeil has provided joinery services from simple door fixes to full house fit outs and everything in between…very reliable, immaculate work and attention to detail is exceptional.”

Angus Trusted Trader helps you to find businesses who care about their customers and who commit to providing good services legally, honestly and fairly.

All businesses who are part of scheme are vetted by Angus Trading Standards. Find a trusted trader: https://orlo.uk/gkQXn

24.02.2026 14:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Free Sustainable Period Products now available in Angus. Available in all ANGUSalive leisure centres.

Free Sustainable Period Products now available in Angus. Available in all ANGUSalive leisure centres.

Free Sustainable Period Products Now Available in Angus

Reusable options such as period pants and menstrual cups can be found at all seven Angus leisure centres β€” helping tackle period poverty while reducing single-use waste. Find a collection point near youπŸ‘‰ https://orlo.uk/ObkC0

24.02.2026 11:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Forfar Removals *****

β€œGreat Company, very friendly and professional. I would highly recommend Forfar Removals. 
They took the stress out of moving.”

Forfar Removals ***** β€œGreat Company, very friendly and professional. I would highly recommend Forfar Removals. They took the stress out of moving.”

Safely choose a local, reliable, and credible business or service with Angus Trusted Trader.

Members are fully vetted by Trading Standards and the scheme is supported by Police Scotland, visit https://orlo.uk/PmT1x to find the right trader for your job.

18.02.2026 12:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image shows a person at work road sign next to Roads Information and Roadworks Latest messages, alongside a picture of traffic cones to represent ongoing and upcoming roadworks in Angus.

Image shows a person at work road sign next to Roads Information and Roadworks Latest messages, alongside a picture of traffic cones to represent ongoing and upcoming roadworks in Angus.

β›”Angus roadwork and road closure informationβ›”
Stay up to date with the latest road closures and roadwork information in Angus and plan your journey for the week ahead: https://orlo.uk/F7pCr

13.02.2026 16:03 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

And there is a further Yellow Weather Warning for snow and ice covering 9pm on Saturday to 10 am on Sunday, with snow, heavy at times, leading to possible travel disruption, especially over high ground overnight Saturday into Sunday.

13.02.2026 10:41 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Met Office has issued its latest Yellow weather Warning for snow and ice for the Angus area from 4pm today until 10am tomorrow, with snow and ice forecast to cause difficult travel conditions in places. View full warning details and map view here https://orlo.uk/iyffS

13.02.2026 10:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Looking for a reliable tradesperson who can provide a good service for a fair price?

On the Angus Trusted Trader directory you’ll find plumbers, builders, decorators, joiners, electricians, gardeners, kitchen suppliers, locksmiths, taxi services… and many, many more: https://orlo.uk/Hwy3V

13.02.2026 10:00 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for snow and ice affecting Angus, and all of Scotland, between 4pm on Thursday and midday on Friday. View full warning details and map view https://orlo.uk/HOoZc

11.02.2026 09:43 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Met Office has just issued Yellow Warnings for rain for the Angus covering Tuesday and Wednesday, and warning of possible travel disruption and flooding impacts due to persistent and at time heavy rain https://orlo.uk/bVbaf

09.02.2026 11:02 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A poster offering digital support for people in the Angus community.

A poster offering digital support for people in the Angus community.

Angus Housing blog - Free digital lifelines into communities.
Digital Lifelines sessions will run weekly across four Angus community locations, taking place from 12.15pm to 1.45pm and offering a relaxed and welcoming space to learn at your own pace https://orlo.uk/7tDbh

09.02.2026 10:11 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Image shows a person at work road sign next to Roads Information and Roadworks Latest messages, alongside a picture of traffic cones to represent ongoing and upcoming roadworks in Angus.

Image shows a person at work road sign next to Roads Information and Roadworks Latest messages, alongside a picture of traffic cones to represent ongoing and upcoming roadworks in Angus.

⚠️ Angus roadwork and road closure information⚠️
View current and planned roadworks, road closures and diversions, including those affected by the recent bad weather, so you can plan ahead for your upcoming travels: https://orlo.uk/atUYb

06.02.2026 16:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A road closed sign

A road closed sign

An emergency road closure of Kirriemuir's Roods, while Scottish Water carry out repairs., will continue in to Friday.
More details on our Engage Angus roadworks newsfeed https://orlo.uk/unqiQ

05.02.2026 16:31 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Angus Trusted Traders are here to help you:

βœ… Find businesses who do a good job at a fair price
βœ…Say β€˜no’ to rogue traders and cold callers who use high pressure sales techniques
βœ…Support vetted local businesses

Find a local Trusted Trader near you: https://orlo.uk/38Yaa

05.02.2026 15:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A sign denoting the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

A sign denoting the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

An online briefing session for prospective candidates for the Angus North & Mearns and Angus South constituencies at the May ’26 Scottish Parliament Election will be held on Wed 18 February at 6pm.
Email our Election Team to register your interest at elections@angus.gov.uk

05.02.2026 13:22 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather warning for rain in Angus between 6pm today and midday tomorrow, with the possibility of travel disruption and flooding due to rain and snow melt. Full details here https://orlo.uk/lnGCD

04.02.2026 12:13 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
A road closed sign alongside a traffic cone.

A road closed sign alongside a traffic cone.

A burst water main in Kirriemuir means there will be a full emergency road closure of The Roods on Thursday (5 Feb) to allow for repairs.
This means bus route diversion will deviate slightly, but on this one day only. See our website for more https://orlo.uk/7IXWv

04.02.2026 11:51 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A picture of a road gritting vehicle at work.

A picture of a road gritting vehicle at work.

Falling temperatures mean our contractors must commit to winter maintenance tonight and tomorrow, with some disruption to roadworks at Forfar and Kirriemuir.
Sorry for any inconvenience but winter maintenance is essential for keeping our roads network safe https://orlo.uk/8W0yt

03.02.2026 15:08 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
An image of 2025's Ride the North participants heading off on their bicycles from Glamis Castle.

An image of 2025's Ride the North participants heading off on their bicycles from Glamis Castle.

Participants of Ride the North 2025 cycle event out among the hills on the back roads of Angus.

Participants of Ride the North 2025 cycle event out among the hills on the back roads of Angus.

A map showing the available routes for the cycle event Ride the North 2026 which takes place on Saturday 29 August from and to Glamis Castle in Angus.

A map showing the available routes for the cycle event Ride the North 2026 which takes place on Saturday 29 August from and to Glamis Castle in Angus.

It’s back and it’s here in Angus this summer!

Ride the North 2026 sets off from Glamis Castle on Saturday 29 August.
Open for participant registration now. See https://orlo.uk/8h6mv for more.

It's a challenge - not a race 🚴 🚴 🚴

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