Following a request from local residents to Councillor Tony Gurney, the Unpaid Work team, part of the Justice Service, has cut back overgrown foliage that was obstructing the path. This pathway is frequently used by the community and visitors.
The landowners, who had no legal obligation to improve the path, welcomed the initiative. Service users undertaking Community Payback Orders carried out the work, clearing shrubs and branches to restore public access.
“"There was no legal requirement on the landowners to improve access on the path but it has been well used over the years by locals and is convenient for people getting to the bowling club. The landowners were delighted for our Justice Services officers to make arrangements to improve the area. Once permission was agreed, service users carrying out unpaid work as part of their Community Payback Orders, cut back the shrubs and branches to allow public access."
The Justice Service, managed by the North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership, works with the courts to oversee mandated orders. This initiative exemplifies collaboration between the Council and the Health and Social Care Partnership to make meaningful local improvements.
“"There was absolutely no legal requirement for the team to take on this work. It is simply a great example of the Council and North Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership working together to make small changes that mean a lot to the people living in our neighbourhoods."
