In relation to the Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015, if the Council intends to dispose of public property (e.g. donating it, selling it or renting it) or preventing the use of public property, the Council must publish the proposal, inform the relevant community bodies and invite the community to make the proposal. Details of the proposals currently under consideration can be found at the link above. Legal & Property Services only provides legal services to the Board and is unable to act on behalf of members of the public. If you seek independent legal advice, you can get it in the Yellow Pages or by contacting: The Common Good Fund is a fund managed by the Council for the benefit of the people of Inverclyde and used to financially support various local community activities. In the past, for example, the 2011 tall ships, the restoration of the SV Comet in Port Glasgow, the European Pipe Band Championship in Gourock, Christmas vouchers for the elderly, fireworks, festive lights and memorial services have been supported. The Common Good Fund is reported to the Council`s Policy and Strategy Committee. Board and Committee Meetings – Privacy Policy PDF, 229KB. Community Council Liaison Privacy Notice PDF, 204KB The common good is the land and buildings that are part of the common good and are now owned by the Council.
In March 2011, the Council completed a review of its genetic heritage, from which a register of common property was created and which is available by clicking on the link above. This register is an updated document and is regularly updated to reflect all sales approved by Council and the identification of other lands and real property as belonging to Council and forming part of the common good. Enquiries regarding this register should be directed to the Commission`s Legal and Real Property Services. Customer compliments, comments and complaints Privacy Policy May 2018 PDF, 161KB If your concern is about the sale or safety of goods, you can find more advice on the Council`s website under Trade Standards – please click on the link in the External Links section of this page. Wellpark Mid Kirk, affectionately known as “The Toon Kirk”, is home to a vibrant community that appreciates its building, a beautiful classical church with an Ionic portico and a steeple inspired by St. Martin-in-the-Fields. Local Review Body Stakeholder Privacy Notice PDF, 160KB Ginger, created by renowned Scottish sculptor Andy Scott, was exhibited a few years ago as part of a public art project in Inverclyde and went on to win an international award. As the successor to the local authorities that once administered the Burghs of Gourock, Greenock and Port Glasgow, Inverclyde Council holds the remainder of the common property of these burghs. There are legal and customary restrictions on how the common good can be administered by the Council. The Law Society of Scotland 26 Drumsheugh Gardens Edinburgh EH3 7YR Tel: 0131 226 7411 Subject Access Requests Privacy Notice May 2018 PDF, 158KB.