Major update issued on proposal to rename Glasgow Airport Glasgow Airport bosses have set out why they have “no plans” to change its name after the subject was recently debated by councillors. The National (Scotland) · Oct 16
Councillor responds to anger as Scottish public buildings to fly Palestine flag PRO-ISRAEL groups have criticised a Scottish council for seeking to fly the Palestinian flag on some public buildings in a gesture of solidarity ... The National (Scotland) · Jul 29, 2024
Plans to remove cash machines from Renfrewshire bank scheduled for closure refused NatWest's request to extract the ATMs from the Royal Bank of Scotland in Church Street, Johnstone has been turned down. Daily Record · Jun 2, 2023
Vision for renovation of 'iconic' Steeple Hall and creation of Kilbarchan 'cultural quarter' Councillors asked officers to “bring forward an investment proposal” for the historic building in need of a new lease of life. Daily Record · May 10, 2023
Johnstone 'almost a banking desert' after RBS announce plans to close branch in town The shutters are set to come down on the Church Street facility in August, leading to demands decision be reconsidered. Daily Record · May 8, 2023
Councillor makes '11th hour' appeal to save Kilbarchan buses facing axe It's one of a number of service cuts earmarked for the wider Renfrewshire area. Daily Record · Apr 24, 2023
Former Lochwinnoch Parish Church sale talks confirmed as councillor claims building 'rotting and in decline' An unnamed community group has “expressed interest” in buying the historic building. Daily Record · Mar 31, 2023
Plans for new homes in Howwood given green light despite road safety concerns AS Homes Scotland wants to build the small development where Carsewood Home was once located in Hillfoot Drive. Daily Record · Mar 16, 2023
Council tax to rise by six per cent as SNP budget passes in Renfrewshire The party’s £483m spending plan was backed by independent Andy Doig and Liberal Democrat Anne Hannigan. Daily Record · Mar 3, 2023
Decision on planned Howwood development put on hold for site visit over road safety concerns AS Homes Scotland wants to build 10 houses where Carsewood Home was once located in Hillfoot Drive. Daily Record · Feb 1, 2023
Plaque pays tribute to 'forgotten' work of first SNP president Roland Muirhead A PLAQUE dedicated to the work of the first SNP president Roland Muirhead has been erected in his home village of Lochwinnoch. The National (Scotland) · Jan 31, 2023
Town centres rescue mission as task force set to form in bid to fill empty Renfrewshire shop units The move has been agreed amid a “perfect storm” of factors from soaring costs to a drop in demand during the cost-of-living crisis. Daily Record · Jan 26, 2023
Extra time for Howwood residents over junction safety measures proposals Large vehicles often veer on to the wrong side of the road as they navigate the bend at Bowfield Road and Midton Road. Daily Record · Jan 18, 2023
Safety plans for Renfrewshire junction in pipeline as two options offered to village community HGVs regularly veer on to the wrong side of the road as they navigate the sharp bend at Bowfield Road and Midton Road. Daily Record · Dec 7, 2022
Daily Record · Nov 28, 2022 Veteran councillor John Hood's Labour resignation sparks calls for party inquiry Councillor Hood, a representative for Johnstone South and Elderslie, recently quit the party.
Daily Record · Oct 10, 2022 New design on cards for junction blackspot as Renfrewshire councillor fears someone could be killed Large vehicles regularly veer on to the wrong side of the road as they navigate the sharp bend in Howwood.
Daily Record · Sep 30, 2022 Renfrewshire Council pays tribute to former Labour MP Jim Sheridan after death Elected members were informed of his passing at the age of 69 following a period of illness on Friday.
The National (Scotland) · Sep 27, 2022 Pro-independence party to continue campaigning following death of founder A PRO-independence party set up by the late former SNP MSP Chic Brodie is set to continue its work following his death, its co-founder has said.
Daily Record · Jul 5, 2022 Renfrewshire Councillors praise the success of Kilbarchan Pipe Band Councillors credit the local band for their recent success
Daily Record · May 19, 2022 SNP group and independent sign confidence and supply deal on Renfrewshire Council The cooperation pact will see Councillor Andy Doig support the party in budget votes and motions of confidence.
The National (Scotland) · May 19, 2022 SNP to form minority administration in Renfrewshire with backing of Independent THE SNP group on Renfrewshire Council will form a minority administration after striking a deal with the region's only other pro-independence…
Daily Record · May 15, 2022 Renfrewshire councillor accused of calling political rival a ‘walloper’ on Facebook Emma Rodden is believed to have made the comment on her personal Facebook page, during a discussion which saw her celebrate her election win on May 5.
Daily Record · Apr 29, 2022 Renfrewshire Council to consider how community wardens' powers can be strengthened It follows the passing of a motion put forward by Andy Doig.
Daily Record · Apr 27, 2022 Noise, verbal harassment and bullying in Renfrewshire called out by council candidate Andy Doig wants to see the powers of community wardens strengthened in the fight against antisocial behaviour
Daily Record · Mar 24, 2022 Council urged to step in and sort vandalised lock-ups Local councillor said he was shocked to see the state of the buildings in Lochwinnoch