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Latest staff news

Latest news, events, stories, information and support for colleagues across the Council.

Join our 'Care for a Cuppa' event this May with the Carers Connected network

02 May - Colleagues with caring responsibilities are invited to our next virtual catch up.


Soft FM shortlisted for two prestigious national awards

02 May - Innovative catering and security projects announced as finalists.


Paisley Halloween Festival named 'Best Large Festival' at E Awards 2024

01 May - Spooktacular result for Renfrewshire at Scottish event awards in Edinburgh


Ongoing works in Renfrewshire House car park

01 May - Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances the essential repairs to Renfrewshire House car park are now expected to continue until July 2024.  


Chief Executive's Message - April 2024

26 April - Alan Russell celebrates a significant milestone and provides an update on health and wellbeing, our support for colleagues with caring responsibilities, voter ID and living our values.


RenTalks: Learning for Life spring sessions

25 April - Join your colleagues to learn about health and wellbeing and protecting our kids online.


What happens when an entire team commits to #KeepThePromise...

18 April - Promise Keepers at Glenburn ELCC now see their roles in a new light.


Help us prepare the next Local Development Plan

9 April - Share your views about the places where you live, work and visit in Renfrewshire.


Cyber-savvy teamwork triumphs in escape room

04 April - Recognising your role in protecting the Council.


Supporting women in the workplace

28 March - We are celebrating Women's History Month (1 - 31 March), by highlighting some of the key work we are doing to support gender equality, work- life balance and women's health and wellbeing.


National award win for our Customer and Digital Operations Team

27 March - Drive to improve online experience for Renfrewshire families recognised at The Granicus Digital Public Sector 2023 Awards.


Delivering for the community in all weather

22 March - Hot meals for local people come rain, hail or shine.


Collaboration unlocks success in Paisley

15 March - Fitting-out Paisley Town Hall and Learning and Cultural Hub with our values.


Register for council tax e-billing

15 March - If you live in Renfrewshire, making the switch from paper to e-bills is quick and easy.


Staff celebrate Scottish Property Awards win

15 March - After gaining industry recognition, we caught up with the team behind the new Paisley Learning and Cultural Hub.


Colleagues recognised for procurement best practice

14 March - Congratulations to our procurement colleagues for achieving top marks in their recent national assessment.


Understanding whistleblowing: what you need to know

08 March - Information on our whistleblowing policy and how to report a concern.


Help and advice to boost your budgeting skills

08 March - Key info from our recent RenTalk with Multiply and Renfrewshire's Citizens Advice Bureau (RCAB).


iLearn - supporting your personal development

07 March - If you haven't accessed the new iLearn yet, please do so to complete your mandatory training, and see how we can support your personal development. 


Changes to our managing absence and sickness policy

07 March - Our new policy for managing staff sickness and absence launched earlier this week. We met with our Head of People and Organisational Development, Marlene Boyd, to hear more about the changes and what this means for colleagues.


New grant scheme aims to fill empty town centre premises in Renfrewshire

07 March - Find out about our new Town Centre Premises Grant investment of £250,000 as part of a drive to reduce the number of vacant premises in its town centres, while supporting new business start-ups, creating employment opportunities, and promoting sustainable inclusive economic growth.


Benefits of being cyber savvy

01 March - Cyber security architect Carol Peters reminds us to stay safe online and protect Council systems and information.


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