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Decision made on Ally McCoist's controversial Renfrewshire housing development

A decision has been made on Ally McCoist’s controversial housing plans in Renfrewshire

The National (Scotland)

IN PICTURES: Hundreds gather as 'first of its kind' bridge opens on River Clyde

IT was a historic day as school children made the initial crossing over the first-ever opening road bridge on the River Clyde ...

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Scottish councillor who defected to Reform 'should stand down and call by-election'

A Renfrewshire councillor who defected to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK has been told by a political rival he should stand down and trigger a…

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Renfrewshire families face 'outrageous' cemetery charges as hikes voted through by council

The cost of services covering new lairs, coffin burials and cremated remains have increased by hundreds of pounds.

Daily Record

Former council building in Paisley ‘surplus to requirements’ set to go on sale

The two-storey property was first built in 1923 and has been leased out to Renfrewshire Valuation Joint Board since 2011.

Daily Record

Parents have 'no confidence' in council chiefs as group ends cooperation over Dargavel saga

Dargavel Primary School parent council released a blistering statement over the “horrendous historical error”.

Daily Record

Dargavel parents to 'cease' working with council over 'horrendous historical error'

PARENTS have “no confidence” in council chiefs as the fallout from a school capacity saga – which could cost £75million – intensifies in…

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Plans to spend £75 million to fix Scots school capacity debacle branded 'sticking plaster'

Opposition councillors raised concerns over Renfrewshire Council proposals to address the situation at Dargavel Village.

Daily Record

Cost of capacity blunder laid bare as Renfrewshire Council prepares to find £45 million for new school

The eye-watering figure has been released as part of a report to next week's education board.

Daily Record

Measures to tackle poverty and support Renfrewshire families amid cost-of-living crisis

A comprehensive package of support – worth in excess of £1 million – was given the green light by councillors.

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Second school needed for Dargavel Village as council plans long-term fix for capacity blunder

Steven Quinn, director of children’s services, has updated parents and carers about the proposed solution.

Daily Record

Interactive map reveals the parts of Scotland ignored by Tory Levelling Up cash

THE UK Government has been slated for disregarding Levelling Up bids from Scotland’s poorest areas in the latest round of funding.

The National (Scotland)

Renfrewshire's rejuvenated parks singled out for praise at full council meeting

Councillor Robert Innes, an SNP rep for Houston, Crosslee and Linwood, brought forward a motion at full council on Thursday.

Daily Record

Renfrewshire Council leader says 'second school' likely after Dargavel Primary capacity fiasco

Iain Nicolson has spoken of the need for an “acceptable solution” as he reflected on the situation.

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Renfrewshire councillors to decide future community asset transfers after policy change

Elected members opted to take on the remit of approving or refusing requests.

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Renfrewshire Council facing 'difficult choices' as it contends with £35m budget black hole

The seriousness of the situation has been laid bare in a report setting out the grim financial picture for the local authority.

Daily Record

Conservative councillors leave meeting as motion to adjourn after Queen's death voted down

The party's group leader said it was "not the time" for policy boards to continue, following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II last week.

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Call made for Renfrewshire Council to keep public buildings open every day in winter so people can stay warm

Proposals have been drafted that could see local authority halls and community centres offer space for residents to heat up.

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Appeal for emergency summit to tackle "potentially disastrous" cost-of-living crisis

The alarm has been sounded as soaring energy prices and rising inflation inflict severe financial pressure on residents.

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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)

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

Iain Nicolson in line to continue as leader of Renfrewshire Council

The development follows the SNP's group success on Friday, which saw them return 21 members – two more than their figure in 2017

Daily Record

SNP remain largest group as Renfrewshire Council election results confirmed

Iain Nicolson, leader in the last term, described it as a "fantastic result" after the final outcome was announced.

Daily Record

SNP chiefs left red-faced after litter drop leaves private documents all over road

Residents raised the alarm after sensitive paperwork from Renfrewshire's SNP group was discovered near M8

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Erskine: The town that wants better facilities and a new heart

Anger as more luxury homes are planned in a town of 16,000 that doesn't even boast a restaurant or coffee shop

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