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Latest staff news

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

Values at the heart of cancer support

16 March - Louise and Charlotte recognised for their help and care


Raising funds for women in Malawi

16 March - Operations manager, Elaine Scott is taking orders for her delicious tablet to fundraise for women in Malawi


Message from Chief Executive, Alan Russell - March

13 March - In his latest message for colleagues, Alan discusses our Council budget, reflects on the one year anniversary of the war against Ukraine and recognises the work of our housing teams in supporting Ukrainian refugees.


Glasgow's Low Emission Zone (LEZ)

09 March - Less than three months to go until enforcement of new LEZ in Glasgow city centre


Please plan ahead when travelling on M8

09 March - Essential works planned between 17 April - 27 July 2023


Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2023 at Renfrewshire Council

08 March - We speak to our colleagues about apprenticeship opportunities at the council


Budget update from Alan Russell

06 March - Alan highlights the key points from the 2023/24 budget that was agreed by councillors earlier this month.


OneRen membership offers for colleagues

02 March - Boost your wellbeing with discounted access to OneRen leisure facilities.


Can you keep The Promise?

01 March - Colleagues share their experiences as we reach 100 Promise Keepers.


Free online safety training for council colleagues from Police Scotland

23 February - Learn the basics and enhance your awareness this Cyber Scotland Week.


Meet Chris Dalrymple, our new head of facilities and property management

22 February - We caught up with Chris about his time at Renfrewshire Council, and what he hopes to achieve in the new role. 


Office improvements to support our new ways of working

20 February - We wanted to let you know about the upcoming changes we will be making at Renfrewshire House.


Building better connections at Scotland's manufacturing district

16 February - Our City Deal and Infrastructure team get the green light for new riverside route plans


HR & OD and procurement teams nominated for living our values

16 February - How collaboration is key for our digital experience programme.


Alan celebrates some of your recent success and looks ahead to some exciting developments

09 February - Alan enthuses about the stories he's read about colleagues nominated for living our values, and updates on the progress of Paisley Town Hall and our other cultural venues.


Historic local building to be brought back into use

09 February - An iconic building on Paisley High Street is to be brought back into use - thanks to a programme of ours which aims to preserve the town's historic architecture.


Susan Alan is living our values

07 February - Making a difference through being fair


Let's talk about mental health

02 February - Helping to build a supportive environment for colleagues this Time to Talk Day  


Alan Connolly is living our values

02 February - Collaboration saves the day!


Financial wellbeing sessions and resources for colleagues

26 January - Where to find help and advice


Paisley Town Hall to reopen this year as cultural venues take shape

26 January - Our work to transform Paisley's cultural venues is moving forward - and Paisley Town Hall will be the first to reopen, in time to host the Royal National Mòd in October. 


New Paisley Grammar School to be open by summer 2026

26 January - The planned opening date for the new Paisley Grammar School Community Campus has now been set for summer 2026. 


Discount for council colleagues at OneRen cafés

19 January - Get 15% off at the OnX and Lagoon Leisure Centre


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