Children First urges families in poverty in Renfrewshire to contact support line for help
Children First is urging families in Renfrewshire who are struggling with money to contact its national support line this winter.
Long-term transformation plan approved to reshape health and social care in Renfrewshire
A new long-term programme aimed at reshaping how health and social care services are delivered in Renfrewshire has been approved by board members.
New carers strategy to be consulted on as thousands remain ‘hidden carers’ in Renfrewshire
A refreshed carers strategy is set to go out to public consultation after health and social care leaders warned that thousands of unpaid carers in Renfrewshire remain unidentified.
High school pupils look to the future after Paisley hackathon event
High school pupils from across Renfrewshire and Glasgow were introduced to university life, teamwork and problem-solving during a ‘hackathon’ event hosted by the University of the West of Scotland (UWS).
Former footballer Andy McLaren shares remarkable story of addiction and recovery
Former professional footballer Andy McLaren has spoken candidly about his battles with drink and drugs, and the remarkable comeback that ultimately led to him pulling on a Scotland shirt.
Care packages protected despite pressure to make savings, health board told
Health and social care bosses in Renfrewshire have admitted they cannot deliver millions of pounds in planned savings because people still need the care they receive.
Voluntary redundancies approved as staffing pressures persist in Renfrewshire health services
Voluntary redundancies have been approved within Renfrewshire’s health and social care services despite ongoing concerns about staffing pressures and recruitment difficulties.
Motorists warned of overnight M8 delays affecting eastbound carriageway near Hillington
Drivers travelling to and from Renfrewshire are being warned of overnight disruption on the M8 due to essential resurfacing works near Hillington.
Paisley-raised author to publish novel set in wartime Glasgow
A novelist who grew up in Ferguslie Park is set to publish a new historical novel exploring love, identity and social pressure in 20th century Glasgow.
Paisley makeup artist wins national wedding award for second year running
A Paisley-based makeup artist has won a national wedding industry award for the second year in a row.