Moray Council

Moray Council hopes the move will reduce disruption in the classroom and help to tackle bullying.

The project - about two miles south of Elgin - is expected to be operational for about 17 years.

Libraries at risk of closure in Perth & Kinross and Moray have been saved following council budget meetings.

For an average band D property, the increase means an annual bill of £1,573.76, up from £1,430.69.

The facility at Newton Nursery, near Elgin, should be fully operational before the end of 2025.

The St Giles Centre had operated for 33 years but closed on 20 January at relatively short notice.

The St Giles Centre has operated for 33 years but has been in a business rates dispute.

Moray Council leader Kathleen Robertson says she is sorry for mistakes made in handling of library closure proposals.