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West Dunbartonshire Council’s leader calls for more funding following the Scottish Government’s budget announcement

Council leader Martin Rooney has blasted the Scottish Government saying the budget announcement falls 'far short' of what the council need to bridge a £21million gap.

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Clydebank campaigners celebrate victory after plans for new plastic incinerator thrown out

Environmental campaigners are celebrating after plans to create a new incinerator to burn waste plastic to produce hydrogen in Clydebank were thrown out by the Scottish Government.

Glasgow Live

School bus services in West Dunbartonshire could be slashed as council attempts to balance books

Last week parents and carers across the area were sent a letter outlining potential money-saving changes, which would see free buses only provided for primary pupils who live more than two miles from their school and to secondary pupils who live more than three miles away.

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Theatre group brand Dumbarton Denny Civic 'a building site' as they cancel shows

The Dumbarton People's Theatre were due to perform at the Denny Civic this week, but cancelled saying the venue wasn't ready to welcome an audience. West Dunbartonshire Council say other shows at the venue will go ahead.

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Ex Labour councillor facing indecent images charge now sits as independent

A FORMER Labour councillor who is facing charges of taking and possessing indecent images of children is now sitting as an independent on West…

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Former Clydebank Health Centre set to become new council housing

West Dunbartonshire Council have agreed to purchase the site from NHS Greater Glasgow And Clyde to clear the way for the development of more new homes.

Glasgow Live

Trust outline concerns, as Lidl officially submit plans for new Alexandria store

The budget supermarket big-guns submitted plans last week, but Janice Ross of the Vale of Leven Trust fears the stores' proposed location will drive people away from Alexandria Main Street.

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Shop local this Christmas to save our Main Street urge Alexandria traders

Businesses in the Vale have faced two years of setbacks, but with nightmare roadworks finally ending residents have been asked to shop locally and help the Main Street get back on its feet.

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Dumbarton MSP presses Cabinet Secretary over Royal Burgh anniversary 'snub'

Jackie Baillie has hit out over a lack of fanfare by the Scottish Government to recognise the historic occasion.

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Demolition underway at Alexandria's St Andrew's Church over safety fears

An emergency demolition started last week after the church was deemed a safety risk following a devastated blaze earlier this year.

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River City praised by West Dunbartonshire council for tackling important issues

The council said the Scottish Soap opera, which has celebrated its 20th anniversary, was a huge benefit to the local area.

Glasgow Live

Monthly bin collections to be considered as West Dunbartonshire Council faces budget gap

Council leader Martin Rooney said that all options would have to be considered to close an £18m budget gap, with the SNP warning a move would be "deeply unpopular with residents."

Daily Record

New mountain bike trail network and skills area proposed for Balloch Park

The project, a partnership between West Dunbartonshire Council and West Dunbartonshire Leisure, is currently out for consultation with residents being encouraged to give their feedback on plans.

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Health and social care heroes recognised by West Dunbartonshire Council in awards ceremony

Dedicated health and social care professionals were honoured at the annual West Dunbartonshire HSCP staff awards ceremony.

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Clydebank greenbelt housing row continues as Council refuses planning conditions

The development of 99 new homes on the greenbelt Duntiglennan Fields site was rejected by councillors but approved following an appeal to the Scottish Supreme Civil Court.

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West Dunbartonshire Councillors say Artizan Centre tenants must be kept informed of demolition proposals

Councillors approved plans to demolish the rear and west side of the shopping centre to pave the way for regeneration plans.

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Exhibition marking 150th anniversary of Dumbarton Football Club officially opens

The Sons' rich history is charted in the exhibition at Dumbarton Library, which will run until December.

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Consultation opened on plans for new additional support needs school in Renton

The former Riverside ELCC could be turned into a new ASN school, with demand for services on the rise.

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New rules will see short-term let properties in West Dunbartonshire require licences

The Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers said additional conditions set out by West Dunbartonshire Council in the policy were “wholly unnecessary”.

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West Dunbartonshire fell silent as the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II took place

Billions tuned in around the world to watch the funeral, with thousands in West Dunbartonshire paying their respects.

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Potential police hubs in Dumbarton and Alexandria to be discussed by West Dunbartonshire Council

This comes after a resident outlined concerns over a lack of police presence in town centres.

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West Dunbartonshire Council pledge to crack down on businesses avoiding tax

During the most recent full council meeting, members unanimously agreed to pass a motion to take steps to ensure companies in the area are paying their fair share of tax.

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West Dunbartonshire Council confirms schools will close for Queen's funeral

All schools and nurseries across the region will be shut on September 19.

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West Dunbartonshire Council pay tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

Provost Douglas McAllister spent time in the Queen’s company during her last visit to West Dunbartonshire.

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West Dunbartonshire Council call on UK Government to demand release of Jagtar Singh Johal

Jagtar Singh Johal – known as Jaggi – was arrested in India after his wedding in November 2017, accused of helping to fund a Sikh-on-Hindu assassination plot. He and his family strongly deny the allegations.

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