Perth and Kinross

British

/ kɪnˈrɒs /

noun

a council area of N central Scotland, corresponding mainly to the historical counties of Perthshire and Kinross-shire: part of Tayside Region from 1975 until 1996: chiefly mountainous, with agriculture, tourism, and forestry. Administrative centre: Perth. Pop: 135 990 (2003 est). Area: 5321 sq km (2019 sq miles)

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Perth and Kinross Council has upheld two complaints - in relation to poor communication and a failure to refer contact police for a welfare check - but has rejected other criticisms.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Areas affected by the warning include Angus, Perth and Kinross, Grampian, Aberdeenshire, Moray and parts of the Highlands.

From BBC • Jan. 1, 2026

The warning affects north and north-east Scotland and covers the Northern Isles, Hebrides, Angus, Perth and Kinross and parts of Argyll and Bute.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

Perth and Kinross Council has elected a new leader after the man who previously held the role was charged with embezzlement and resigned.

From BBC • Sep. 24, 2025

Perth and Kinross deputy council leader Eric Drysdale said he did not recognise many faces at Saturday's protest in Perth and that the majority were not from the local area.

From BBC • Aug. 24, 2025

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