Anger over proposals to axe school crossing patrols in South Ayrshire
The plans are part of South Ayrshire Council's budget proposals for next year
Last updated 7th Dec 2017
There is anger from parents over proposals which could see crossing patrols axed from every school in South Ayrshire.
It's part of the local authority's proposals to balance the budget next year and make savings of around £17m.
Crossing patrols or guards help children across the road safely on their way to class, especially those old enough not to walk with their parents. But removing them all would save South Ayrshire Council more than £128,000 next year.
Our reporter Natasha Reid has been speaking to mums and dads in Ayr.
South Ayrshire Council says removing the patrols would save more than £128,000 next year.
The local authority claims it's having to "face up to tough choices that are painful but necessary" as a result of cuts made by Westminster.