The costs connected with a design team involved in Paisley Town Hall’s transformation have risen by more than half-a-million pounds.
Refurbishment of the landmark venue – described by Renfrewshire Council as a 19th-century “architectural gem” – is due to finish in the summer, with the building expected to reopen in time to host events during the Royal National Mòd in October.
However, elected members have been informed specific fees associated with the ambitious project have increased considerably because of a number of different “challenges” which have been encountered.