Cllr Gary Mulvaney

Councillor for Helensburgh Central ward of Argyll & Bute Council
Leader of the Scottish Conservative and Unionist Group and TALIG Group
Spokesperson for Finance and Commercial Services

Gary Mulvaney was elected for his fifth term in 2022 and leads the nine member group of Conservatives on Argyll & Bute Council.

He is a qualified accountant, and a fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.  His career has covered local government, marketing, and extensive experience in the motor trade. He currently is Director, and Centre Principal, of Helensburgh Toyota, having previously been the dealership's Financial Director.

Gary was born in 1968.  His home town is Helensburgh, where he lives with his wife Janet and her daughter Sammy-Jo.

Gary is a former Westminster parliamentary candidate, having contested the seat in 2017 and 2010. In 2017, the Conservatives came within 1300 votes of taking the seat from the SNP. When he stood in the 2010 General he came second, with Liberal Democrat MP Alan Reid’s majority squeezed to just over three thousand votes.

During the 2010 campaign, the local news website ForArgyll.com said that, if elected to Westminster, Gary would be "a formidable operator".  Describing him as "A natural strategist and a clear thinker...", the website said "...he has the added advantage of experience".  The writer continued "If it is possible to be open-minded and interested in change while not being troubled by uncertainties or indecision, this is who he is”.

Outside business and politics, Gary was Business Manager of the Glasgow-based Apollo Players theatre group and made his stage debut in 2010 at the Kings Theatre, Glasgow, and in 2012 he played in Annie at the Glasgow Pavilion theatre.

News

Win-Win of Council Tax Freeze AND more Money

At the first meeting of Argyll and Bute Council since the removal of the cross party TALIG  administration (The Argyll Lomond and Isles Group), the council agreed to implement a council tax freeze for  2024/2025 following additional resources from the Scottish Government. Conservative Gro

First Minister puts Council Tax freeze at risk unless he fully funds it

The process of creating a balanced budget for the council is well underway and in late December, we received notification of our settlement from the Scottish Government. Having looked beyond the smoke and mirrors and SNP spin, taking account of presentational changes, and additional commitments tha

Helensburgh Waterfront opens to the public

The second phase of the £23 million investment to Helensburgh’s Waterfront has officially completed as a new improved public space opens to the public. The works include: Terraced steps and seating area New all ability access to the pier New feature seating area and footpath beside Clyde Stree

Building a better future for Argyll and Bute

Work continues to move forward on major projects across Argyll and Bute following the announcement from Scottish Government, that construction sites can remain open under Level 4 restrictions following strict Covid guidelines

Green Flag Award for Hermitage Park

Hermitage Park in Helensburgh joins the best parks and green spaces in Scotland after achieving Green Flag status from Keep Scotland Beautiful.

First look at Waterfront progress

Work is underway to create a multi-million pound swimming pool, leisure centre and enhanced flood defences for Helensburgh.

Work on Waterfront begins

Preparatory work for the Helensburgh Waterfront Development site will start from Monday 10 August, and drivers are encouraged to find alternative parking options in other parts of the town.

Helensburgh Waterfront Contract Awarded

A £22m contract to give Helensburgh a high quality swimming pool and leisure centre has been awarded to Heron Brothers Ltd. The contract will also deliver strengthened flood defences and improved public meeting space for residents and visitors.

Help in paying council tax

As it continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, Argyll and Bute Council is highlighting the importance of council tax in delivering council services, and thanks the vast majority of residents, who continue to pay their tax, for playing their part in keeping vital services going.