🏗️ A major milestone for the new Hazlehead Academy Campus! Steel is now being erected on site as construction progresses on the £124m development. The campus will provide modern learning, sport and community facilities for generations to come and is due to open in 2028. 👉 https://orlo.uk/V1ogc

💙 Exam results not what you hoped for? Remember, one set of results does not define your future. Support is available including learner support, careers advice and wellbeing resources. 👉 https://orlo.uk/Et6SG #ExamResults2026 #YouAreNotAlone @qualifications.gov.scot @skillsdevscot.bsky.social

***ROADS UPDATE*** South Anderson Drive will be closed between Broomhill and Garthdee roundabouts from this Sunday, 9 August, for three weeks, for resurfacing works. Access to Headland Court will be maintained. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Didn’t get the exam results you were hoping for? 💙 There are still lots of options available and support to help you decide your next steps. 👉 Head over to our Exam Results 2026 webpage for more information https://orlo.uk/tborK @qualifications.gov.scot #AberdeenYoungPeople #YouAreNotAlone

*** Weather warning *** There is a Met Office YELLOW weather warning for thunderstorms covering Aberdeen from 10am to 9pm. ❗ Slow-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms may cause some disruption❗ Latest info 👉 https://orlo.uk/4jF23

🎉Congratulations to all Aberdeen pupils receiving their exam results today. The 2026 Qualifications Scotland results highlight the hard work, dedication and achievements of young people across the city. 👏 👉 https://orlo.uk/J1GkU #ExamResultsDay #AberdeenSchools

***Algae Update*** A privately-owned duck pond between Derbeth Manor and Derbeth Grange in Kingswells has been tested for blue green algae and lab results have shown that the water is safe. Visitors are advised to remain vigilant around the pond.

***ROADS UPDATE*** Works on Guild Street have today finished and the road has now reopened. Bus gates and LEZs are no longer suspended.

***ROADS UPDATE*** The Scottish Water works on Virginia Street have today finished and the road has now reopened.

Residents and visitors are being encouraged to make the most of the final weekend of Festival of the Sea and the Iconic Bricks Pirate Trail, with activities taking place across the city. Read more here: https://orlo.uk/gQGnG

This year’s Festival of the Sea has now begun, launching two weeks of sea-inspired activities and events across the city. Read more here: https://orlo.uk/rM5bZ

Garden waste permits are now on sale for 2026/27 You can renew or buy a new permit at https://orlo.uk/zPbru Remember you don’t need a permit if you only use one bin for garden waste or to recycle food waste. https://orlo.uk/fPiYZ

Landlords and tenants of larger or long-term vacant commercial units can now apply for a higher level of funding through the Union Street Empty Shops Grant Scheme. For more information visit https://orlo.uk/vFwNn

Council receives funding boost to tackle sticky chewing gum problem. https://orlo.uk/QHSgE

Tomorrow is your last opportunity to share your views on what you think are the priorities for the council's transformation of our school estate. To take part in our survey, visit https://orlo.uk/pvGwA #schoolestate

Aberdeen City Council has approved a new Menopause and Menstrual Health Policy, reinforcing its commitment to being a supportive and inclusive employer. The policy comes into effect from 1 August 2026. 🔗 https://orlo.uk/5s4m6 #WorkplaceWellbeing

The first group of young sail trainees from Aberdeen set off from the port today to take part in this year’s Tall Ships Races for a life-changing adventure on the high seas. Read more here: https://orlo.uk/Wsx9c

More than 1,000 serving military personnel, veterans and cadets were joined by massed pipes and drums and vintage military vehicles in Aberdeen’s Armed Forces Day parade today. Read more here: https://orlo.uk/LE9kR

Here is Leon Marwick (Scottish National Party) who has just been elected as a Councillor for George Street/Harbour area in Aberdeen. More information at https://orlo.uk/4vKNh #GSH26result

The result of the George Street/Harbour Council by-election is Leon Marwick (Scottish National Party) has been elected as Councillor for the area. #GSH26result

Here is what’s happening at the George Street/Harbour Council by-election count, which is well underway now. #aberdeenelectionoffice #localdemocracy

That’s the counting started for the George Street/Harbour Council by-election. Stay tuned for the result later today. #aberdeenelectionoffice #localdemocracy

*** Weather warning extension *** The Met Office YELLOW weather warning for thunderstorms covering Aberdeen & most of mainland Scotland has been extended to 3am tomorrow (Saturday 27 June 2026). Latest info 👉 https://orlo.uk/SYPyp

The polls for the George Street/Harbour Council by-election have now closed. The count will get underway at about 10am tomorrow at the Town House, and the result will be posted on our website and social media as soon as possible after they are declared.

@aberdeencc.bsky.social and partners have received the Platinum Award for Digital Telecare Implementation. 🏆 ✔️12,000 North East service users transitioned to digital. 👉🏼 https://orlo.uk/84YSV @abshirecouncil.bsky.social @moraycouncil.bsky.social @nhsgrampian.bsky.social

There is a Council webpage which helps people with accessibility for today’s George Street/Harbour Council by-election. It includes wheelchair accessibility, support aids, how to access spoken ballot papers and staff support. More information is at https://orlo.uk/vtESx

Please be aware photography and dogs (apart from guide dogs) are not allowed inside a polling place. Feel free to take your selfies outside the building beside the 'polling place' signs though! #PollingPlaceDogs #dogsatpollingstations

Forgotten to return your postal vote for the George Street/Harbour Council by-election today? You can hand it into any polling station. Polling stations are open to 10pm & check locations at https://orlo.uk/kMPu4 You can also hand it into Town House reception on Broad Street during office hours.

Voters in today’s George Street/Harbour Council by-election are reminded there are several differences from last week’s Aberdeen South by-election:- -photo ID is NOT required -minimum age for voting is 16 -postal votes can be handed into any polling station without filling in a form

Polls are now open for the George Street/Harbour Council by-election – don’t forget to use your vote. Polling stations are open until 10pm tonight, and you can check where your one is at https://orlo.uk/O5ynH Staff will be on hand to assist if you need any help at the polling place.