The Latest Breaking News from Andy Doig

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

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

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 · Nov 28, 2022