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Plans for 'warmth centres' in West Dunbartonshire to help struggling residents

Churches, community centres and libraries could open their doors to those unable to afford to heat their homes this winter.

Daily Record · Sep 6, 2022

West Dunbartonshire needs more access to mental health services as suicides rise

There are growing concerns that the social deprivation, Covid-19 and now the cost of living crisis add to the levels of depression and anxiety within local communities.

Glasgow Live · Sep 1, 2022

Mobile drug unit begins touring West Dunbartonshire to reduce high drug death rate

The new Drug Harm Reduction Mobile Unit has been launched with the mission to take support into the heart of communities where losses have occurred.

Daily Record · Sep 1, 2022

West Dunbartonshire councillors elect new leader and provost

The newly elected council leader of the Labour-controlled council, will take up the post for the third time and hopes to

Glasgow Live · May 18, 2022

Labour take control of West Dunbartonshire Council after surprise election success

Martin Rooney, councillor for Lomond, is expected to be confirmed as the new leader of the council this month - as all 12 of the party's candidates in the area gained election.

Daily Record · May 10, 2022

West Dunbartonshire Council Election 2022: Meet the Leven candidates

Currently the ward, which covers Bellsmyre, Renton, Bonhill and the south of Alexandria, is represented by Labour’s John Millar, the SNP’s Ian Dickson, Jim Bollan of the Community Party and Alba’s Caroline McAllister.

Daily Record · Apr 21, 2022