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.
MSP Bibby challenges Swinney over airport rail link as Glasgow Airport drop-off charge rises
A Renfrewshire MSP has challenged First Minister John Swinney over the long-term impact of scrapping the Glasgow Airport Rail Link after a rise in airport drop-off charges.
Hospital at Home saves more than 700 bed days as Renfrewshire service set to expand
A Renfrewshire health service that delivers hospital-level care in patients’ own homes has already saved more than 700 hospital bed days, Renfrewshire IJB members have been told.
Scottish music charity warns venues could close without action on business rates
A national music charity has warned that grassroots music venues in Scotland could close unless action is taken on Business Rates.
Tax changes from April 2026 will affect sole traders and landlords in Renfrewshire
Hundreds of thousands of sole traders and landlords across the UK, including in Renfrewshire, face new tax reporting rules from April 2026.