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The Latest Breaking News from West Dunbartonshire

Scots pensioner tragically dies in horror flat blaze as cops launch probe

Mercy crews attended the scan of the blaze in Dumbarton, West Dunbartonshire on Thursday evening but sadly the man died in hospital a while later.

Daily Record

Number of West Dunbartonshire takeaways grew during pandemic

Anti-obesity campaigners are fighting to get takeaways to offer healthy options.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Council announces new chief executive

Peter Hessett will take on the top role at the local authority.

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West Dunbartonshire 'Beacon of hope' to be lit to honour Queen's Jubilee

The beacon will be one of many across the UK lit up to mark the Queen's platinum jubilee, while other celebrations are also planned.

Glasgow Live

West Dunbartonshire politicians call for Boris Johnson to quit amid Partygate scandal

Boris Johnson is facing renewed pressure to step down, with 26 backbenchers publicly declaring they have lost confidence in the Prime Minister.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire foodbank voice fears as energy bills expected to soar by £800

West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare donations are down and uptake is up.

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Average house price in West Dunbartonshire has risen by 7%

Despite the rise, West Dunbartonshire remains one of the cheaper areas to buy a house in mainland Scotland.

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New figures reveal number of Covid-related deaths in West Dunbartonshire and Helensburgh care homes

The Care Inspectorate figures show there have been 15 deaths in the last year.

Daily Record

Concerns raised over support for West Dunbartonshire children at risk of harm

The Care Inspectorate has published a report highlighting a number of "significant challenges".

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Train gangs lead to police and Scotrail joining forces to crack down on disorder in West Dunbartonshire

High visibility patrols are taking place following a spike in anti-social behaviour.

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West Dunbartonshire Council's new Labour leader is named

Martin Rooney will lead the local authority, with Michelle McGinty as his deputy.

Daily Record

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

New Labour leader of West Dunbartonshire Council set to be confirmed

The appointment of the leader and senior councillor positions will be agreed at a meeting tomorrow.

Daily Record

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.

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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.

Glasgow Live

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.

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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

Daily Record

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.

Glasgow Live

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.

Daily Record

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.

Glasgow Live

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.

Daily Record

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.

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