Ambitious plans for outdated Paisley pitches now back on after project snag

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Plans to introduce modern changing facilities and reinstate four grass football pitches in Paisley will be kickstarted this year after the project hit a snag.The old outdated pavilions at St James’ playing fields were knocked down – with a replacement building earmarked for the spot known locally as the racecourse.But Renfrewshire Council’s planned improvements, which a report said aimed to restore the location as a “desirable destination” for the beautiful game, were delayed when the tender process resulted in a single bid that was “significantly over budget”.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies.Available on both Android and Apple.

Download here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocialHowever, officers confirmed tweaks have been made to the plans with the intention of attracting further interest and a potential contractor.The matter was discussed at Tuesday’s economy and regeneration policy board – at which Councillor Iain McMillan, leader of the Labour group, sought assurances on the project.He said: “What I’m slightly concerned about – and I’ve got a question about this – is the racecourse.“I see that’s been put back because we couldn’t get an appropriate contractor to do the work.“Some