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The Latest Breaking News from West Dunbartonshire

SNP appoint Dumbarton councillor as new leader of West Dunbartonshire Council opposition

Councillor Karen Conaghan has moved up to the role, after existing leader Jonathan McColl made the decision to step down earlier this month.

Daily Record

Man vanished from Dundee two days ago 'without letting anyone know where he's going'

Police believe that Christopher Gallagher, 30, may have travelled from Dundee to the Glasgow or West Dunbartonshire areas.

Daily Record

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.

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West Dunbartonshire Labour council promise to help most vulnerable families

After claiming as majority, the new Labour council have unveiled plans to help people through the cost of living crisis.

Glasgow Live

Landslide Labour victory in West Dunbartonshire as they take back control of council

In one of the biggest results of the day in Scotland, Labour took a grip on West Dunbartonshire Council, winning a majority of 12 seats, as the Conservatives lost both their councillors.

Glasgow Live

Labour takes second place in Scottish elections as Tory vote plummets

Party becomes closest challenger to SNP after gains including West Dunbartonshire and near-upset in Glasgow

The Guardian - UK

Labour vow to "hit the ground running" after taking control of West Dunbartonshire Council

The party gained four additional seats, taking an overall majority - and control of the council from the minority SNP administration.

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West Dunbartonshire Council Election 2022: Polls quiet as candidates push for final votes

Reflecting a broader national picture of more people choosing to vote by post, polling stations at West Dunbartonshire were quiet during the day, while candidates raised concerns about spoilt ballot papers.

Glasgow Live

Labour and SNP accuse each other of attempting to deceive West Dunbartonshire voters

In the run-up to this week’s vote the area’s two biggest parties have been involved in a row over their campaigns.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Election 2022: Lomond councillors to ensure safety measures at Balloch Park

Pushing for greater safety at the park will be a key issue fo candidates, after plans for an outdoor swimming pool had to be put on hold due to the cost.

Glasgow Live

West Dunbartonshire Council Election 2022: Meet the Lomond Candidates

Lomond is a ward that has provided shock results in the past, with the election of Sally Page in 2017 and former council leader Ronnie McColl losing his seat in 2012.

Daily Record

Just Stop Oil climate activists storm Clydebank terminal in early-morning demo

The group blockaded Nustar Clydebank in West Dunbartonshirein the early hours of Tuesday morning, having arrived at around 4am.

Daily Record

UPDATE: Protesters arrested at Clydebank oil terminal

Just Stop Oil supporters have blocked access to the Nustar facility in West Dunbartonshire

Insider UK

West Dunbartonshire Election 2022: Saving ancient monument key focus for candidates

Residents of Milton are concerned about the future of a historic Fort at a local quarry, and will be looking for help from whoever they elect as local councillors on Thursday.

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Daily Record

Huge wildfire breaks out at Scots reservoir as thick smoke billows out above hills

Firefighters raced to the scene at Carmen Reservoir in West Dunbartonshire after the alarm was raised at 5.17pm on Thursday, April 28.

Glasgow Live

West Dunbartonshire Election 2022: Clydebank Central councillors to keep Town Centre open

The ongoing work to refurbish and restore the Town Hall is almost at an end, and new councillors will be expected to ensure it stays open longer than the planned six-month trial period.

Daily Record

Dumbarton MSP raises concerns over cancer under-diagnosis due to pandemic

A report suggests it's due to a “greater level of under-diagnosis” in deprived areas, such as West Dunbartonshire.

Glasgow Live

West Dunbartonshire renovation work on Clydebank Town Hall almost complete

The kong-running work to restore the historic hall is nearly at ane end, while another project to refurbish Alexandria Library is expected to finish this week.

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Daily Record

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

West Dunbartonshire Council Election 2022: Meet the Dumbarton Candidates

Currently West Dunbartonshire Council is a minority SNP administration, with the party having gained four seats in 2017 and increased their share of the vote by nine percent to overtake Labour as the biggest party.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Council top earners revealed in Town Hall Rich List

Four staff members received salaries of more than £100,000 last year.

Daily Record

Green MSP calls on West Dunbartonshire Council to write off £27k of school dinner debt

Ross Greer says chasing the debt is causing stress and embarrassment for staff, pupils and families.

Daily Record

Unions hit out over planned job cuts at West Dunbartonshire Leisure

The joint trade unions say they are concerned about the approach taken and the impact changes would have on the community.

Daily Record

Police pledge to crack down on anti-social behaviour at Loch Lomond over Easter holidays

Police Scotland will work with Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, West Dunbartonshire Council, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and transport providers, to allocate and distribute resources, along with increased visible patrols.

Daily Record

Full list of West Dunbartonshire candidates standing in council elections published

Some new candidates join familiar faces.

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