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Ombudsman's Commentary July 2008
The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman's commentary for July 2008 contains 23 reports, none of which relate to Renfrewshire Council.
Home care worker course
Reid Kerr College, in conjunction with Renfrewshire Social Work Department are running a free 12 week course for people who are seeking employment as a Home Care Worker.
Provost welcomes international trainees to Renfrewshire
Fifty engineers from all over the world have been enrolled in the Howden Academy. Provost Lawson hosted a civic reception for them at Paisley Town Hall.
Education opens doors
Information on the Higher National Certificate (HNC) in social care at Reid Kerr College, which you can study full time or part time
Part-time prospectus now out
Reid Kerr College's brand new part-time prospectus for 2008-09 is out now.
Social Science course relaunched
Are you looking for access to a Social Science course at college? Starting in August 2008, Reid Kerr College is relaunching the NC Access to Social Sciences course
Three Millarston tower blocks gone in under 10 seconds
High rise flats reduced to 3,800 tonnes of rubble by controlled explosion as part of Renfrewshire Council’s plans to regenerate the area.
Outstanding achievement for Renfrewshire’s Fairtrade campaign
Renfrewshire’s campaign to become a Fairtrade zone has been praised by Scotland’s Minister for External Affairs.
Thousands turn out for Sma' Shot Day
Four and a half thousand people turned out to one of the oldest workers’ festivals in the world at the weekend.
Renfrew residents invited to join in salmon fishing
For the first time ever, Renfrew residents are being invited to join the Provost in practising an ancient maritime tradition on the River Clyde.
Two-way traffic returns to Renfrew town centre
A major milestone in the £4m regeneration of Renfrew is set to be reached as traffic restrictions are expected to be lifted early on the morning of Sunday 13 July.
You’re Hired! - Council search for new apprentices
Renfrewshire Council is on the look out for young people interested in an office based career to apply for the Modern Apprenticeship programme.
Hats off!
Construction students at Reid Kerr College pick up certificates of achievement at end of year pre-apprenticeship awards.
Raising standards in health and safety
Reid Kerr College deliver the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) General Certificate in health and safety part-time during the day or in the evening.
Libraries on track for Summer Reading Challenge
Young people encouraged to go for gold and take part in the Summer Reading Challenge over the school holidays.
Renfrewshire economic development inquiry findings announced
The findings of a year-long inquiry into economic development into Renfrewshire have been announced.
Sma’ Shot Day
One of the oldest workers’ festivals in the world takes place in Paisley this weekend, celebrating the historic victory of the weavers over the mill owners.
New housing director for Renfrewshire
Mary Crearie is to be the new director of housing and property services with Renfrewshire Council.
Advance your career in IT
Computing courses at Reid Kerr college embrace the ever advancing IT sectors and promote learning in the latest computer applications, hardware and software operations.
Engineering student gains national engineering qualification
Engineering student Thomas Latham receives a national engineering qualification and graduates with a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in manufacturing engineering.
