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Consultation launched on economic development in Renfrewshire
Renfrewshire Council has launched its biggest ever consultation programme with businesses and leading public agencies in a bid to boost the prospects for economic development in the area.
Ombudsman's Commentary - July 2007
The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman's commentary for July 2007 contains 31 reports which have been laid before the Scottish Parliament - 16 relate to local government, 14 to the health sector and 1 to the Scottish Government and devolved administration.
£6.6 million flood barrier set to tame the Clyde
In the wake of the widespread flooding in England, Renfrewshire Council is about to put a £6.6 million contract for flood defences out to tender. The North Renfrew Flood Scheme is designed to protect around 1,000 homes beside the River Clyde.
Family honours Victoria Cross hero
Another family has come forward to honour one of Paisley’s Victoria Cross heroes.
First to complete door stewards course
A group of door security staff are among the first to complete an accredited door stewards course at Reid Kerr College.
Leader meets Minister to push Renfrewshire housing agenda
Renfrewshire Council Leader Derek Mackay and Housing Convener, Councillor Brian Lawson, meet Stewart Maxwell MSP, Minister for Communities and Sport, to seek solutions to the debt millstone that hinders improvements to local council homes.
Paisley gets Scotland’s first ‘Donation Station’
Cancer Research is to open its first Scottish ‘Donation Station’ in Paisley’s Central Library. The ‘Donation Station’, which has been successfully trialed in England, is a new concept in fundraising for Cancer Research.
Talk, listen, save a life in Renfrewshire
As you may be aware every day in Scotland around two people die from suicide. It is the biggest killer of young Scottish men, yet it is arguably one of the few remaining taboos in society.
John Swinney MSP launches Council consultation road-trip in Renfrewshire
John Swinney, cabinet secretary for finance and sustainable growth visited Council leader Derek Mackay on 18 July to discuss the new relationship between the Scottish government and local authorities.
Road closures for filming of Stone of Destiny
Cotton Street and Bridge Street in Paisley Town Centre are to be closed for a few hours each evening over the next few nights to allow filming of the awaited Stone of Destiny movie.
Skin Studios student scholarship award 2007
Award winning photography student Brian Banks, 21 from East Kilbride has been short listed once again for a national photography award.
A Taste of Europe
A group of hospitality students from Reid Kerr College got a taste of Europe recently when they visited Tallinn in Estonia for a work placement and study visit.
Snap!
Reid Kerr College photography student Michael Duddy has been awarded a top prize in Snap! Mencap’s national photography competition.
Good sportsman!
Steven Blackburn was recently named Reid Kerr 'Student of the Year' for his commitment, achievements and attitude towards his course at college. As a result of his success, Steven has been offered a placement at the prestigious Fuglsøcentret (sports and recreational facility) in Denmark.
National Photography Awards
Reid Kerr College’s photography section has been successful once again in this Year's British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) awards.
Renfrewshire kids prove they’re toddle-tastic
Youngsters from Renfrewshire raised a toddle-tastic £3,000 by taking part in the recently held Barnardo’s Big Toddle in Barshaw Park.
Top cop joins colleagues to thank Renfrewshire community
Following the recent events at Glasgow International Airport, the officer in charge of policing in Renfrewshire would like to thank the local community for their ongoing support and assistance.
Council comment on airport incident
Council leader Derek Mackay and Provost Celia Lawson offer praise to the emergency services, the airlines and the general public following the terrorist incident at the airport on Saturday.
Patrols kick off to keep parks and schools safe this summer
As the Summer holidays kick off, police in Renfrewshire have teamed up with Renfrewshire Council to keep local parks and schools crime free
Twin boost for economic development in Renfrewshire
The Council has established a cross-party economic development working party to scrutinise and enhance the council’s economic development activities.
