New rules for disability and carers benefits for people moving to Scotland
Disabled people and carers who move to Scotland from elsewhere in the UK are being urged to take action to ensure their financial support continues.
Barrhead Housing expands smart homes project with new funding
Barrhead Housing is expanding its smart homes programme thanks to new funding awarded through Glasgow City Region’s 5G Innovation Region initiative.
New funding to improve GP access in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire
More than £500 million of new funding is being invested to help improve access to GP services across Scotland — including practices in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire.
Specialist frailty services introduced across Greater Glasgow and Clyde NHS Board
As winter approaches, new specialist frailty services have been introduced across every NHS board in Scotland — including NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde — to help improve care for older
Renfrewshire and East Ren pupils to tackle real-world industry challenges
More than 100 senior pupils from across Renfrewshire & East Renfrewshire will work with some of Scotland’s biggest employers to solve real-world sustainability challenges.
East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure scoops national swimming honour
An East Renfrewshire leisure provider has won a national award in recognition of its exceptional dedication to developing and delivering its Learn to Swim programme for young people and adults.
Newton Mearns man found with explosives and Nazi material ordered to State Hospital
A man caught with far-right material and explosives had previously searched for Nicola Sturgeon’s addresses on the internet.
New credit union service launches in Barrhead tomorrow
A new credit union will begin serving the public in Barrhead this week as Pollok Credit Union prepares to open its latest branch on Main Street.
East Renfrewshire site manager wins top industry award
A site manager working on a major housing development in East Renfrewshire has been recognised as one of Scotland’s best at the prestigious Pride in the Job Awards 2025.
£21.6 million supports families of disabled children in East Renfrewshire
Families in East Renfrewshire have received more than £21.6 million in financial support to help cover the additional costs of caring for a disabled child or young person.