What the consultation is
Have your say in the equality outcomes, which help make Renfrewshire fairer by progressing equality, tackling discrimination and harassment and promoting good relations between different groups.
The purpose of this consultation is for those who live, work, and study in Renfrewshire to help shape Renfrewshire’s equality outcomes. This will guarantee that the equality outcomes make the biggest difference in tackling inequality within Renfrewshire Council’s sphere of influence.
Why we’re consulting
Renfrewshire Council published our draft Equality Outcomes in April 2025. Under the draft equality outcomes sits a draft action plan. The action plan includes information on how we intend to work towards each equality outcome.
This survey asks you your opinion on the equality outcomes and draft actions. This will help us identify what actions would make the biggest difference in tackling inequality.
How you can tell us what you think
Tell us what you think
Other ways to tell us what you think
There are several face-to-face sessions scheduled at the end of October which everyone is welcome to attend:
- 21 October at Station Seven (7 Quarry St, Johnstone PA5 8DY) from 11:30am to 1pm. More information coming soon on how to sign up for this event.
- 22 October at Renfrew Town Hall (Renfrew Town Hall & Museum, Hairst St, Renfrew PA4 8PF) from 6pm to 7:30pm. More information coming soon on how to sign up for this event.
- 28 October at Paisley West End Community Centre (5a Underwood Ln, Paisley PA1 2SL) from 1pm to 2:30pm. More information coming soon on how to sign up for this event.
- 30 October online via Teams from 6pm to 7:30pm. More information coming soon on how to sign up for this event.
What happens next
The findings of this consultation will be shared with different council services to make sure that the work to progress the equality outcomes is responsive to local community needs. An updated action plan as a result of your feedback will be published by April 2026. Your feedback is important because it helps us:
- Make Better Decisions: We want the voices of people from all backgrounds in Renfrewshire to be heard and considered.
- Better Outcomes: By listening to a wide range of voices, we can design equality outcomes that are more effective and fairer for everyone.
- Be Transparent and Accountable: We want to show how we consider equality considerations in our decision making.
- Build Trust: By engaging with communities, we hope to build trust and confidence.
- Legal Compliance: We are committed to meeting the requirements of the Equality Act 2010 by working to eliminate discrimination, advance equality, and foster good relationships between diverse groups.
Key dates
Survey and face to face
Open for feedback
Monday 1 September 2025
Closed and reviewing feedback
Friday 31 October 2025
Outcome available
Wednesday 1 April 2026
Contact us
For more information:
- email astrid.smallenbroek@renfrewshire.gov.uk
- phone 0141 487 3212
How we’re using your data and your feedback
We'll use the information you submit to:
- process this consultation
- check and compare information with our existing records like responses from previous consultation
- possibly share details with other council services and partners if required.
Consultation responses will be publicly available on request. If you want to keep your response private, tell us when you submit your response. We may still be obliged to disclose your response, on request, due to the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 and so, we cannot guarantee complete confidentiality.
See more information on how the council handles your personal information.
