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Plans to regenerate St James' playing fields in Paisley have taken a major step forward after a deal for new changing pavilions was approved.

The leader of Renfrewshire Council has said it “looks increasingly” as though a second school will be needed to cater for Dargavel Village.

A new Renfrewshire road bridge inspired by Scotland’s aviation pioneers has officially opened, providing a critical connection across the White Cart river.

Councillor Iain Nicolson is in line to continue as Renfrewshire Council leader in the new term after he was re-elected head of the SNP group for the coming year.

The SNP will stay the largest group on Renfrewshire Council after 21 members were elected.

A town centre parking scheme has been extended by three months to keep supporting businesses impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Erskine is at the centre of a levelling up storm as residents say it’s become the forgotten town of Renfrewshire.

Council bosses have said there are no plans to install street lighting on a dark section of a Lochwinnoch road despite urgent pleas.

Renfrew FC can confirm that Colin Clark has left his position as first team manager.

PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensThey will be able to engage in discussions around accessing the transformative technology and participating in ambitious collaborative projects to develop new pharma innovations.Renfrewshire Council leader Iain Nicolson said: “It is great to see the excellent progress being made in the construction of the Medicines Manufacturing Innovation Centre here in Renfrewshire at AMIDS.“I’m excited by its potential to transform medicine manufacturing while creating clean, green ways of working and supporting a healthier society.“I’m sure the completed centre will enjoy its home at AMIDS, Scotland’s home for manufacturing innovation, offering a unique environment fostering collaboration and innovation that

PAISLEY DAILY EXPRESS: Live news as it happensRenfrewshire Council leader Iain Nicolson said the 100,000 milestone marked the culmination of months of hard work by medics and council and leisure staff working at the venues.He told the Express: “To hear that 100,000 Renfrewshire residents have now had both doses of the Covid-19 vaccine is to be welcomed – it’s a huge achievement.“The operation to roll out the vaccine has been an incredible effort by all involved.”But he added: “We know there are people – particularly in the younger age groups – who haven’t yet had the jag, so we would reiterate the national message encouraging everyone to either take up the appointment offered by the NHS or attend one of the drop-in centres running in the

Get the latest Scottish parenting news sent straight to your inbox each week with our newsletter.An investigation is to be launched after cleaners were permitted to work in Renfrewshire schools without criminal background checks.Renfrewshire councillors voted for the public inquiry after the Paisley Daily Express revealed last month that head teachers had escorted agency staff from their premises after learning they had not been properly vetted to work in schools.The security failure was brought to the attention of senior management by full time cleaners and janitors.But their claims that Park Mains High School was not being cleaned properly, as a result of staff shortages, was rubbished by Council leader Iain Nicolson and councillor John

hospital with serious injuries following a crash on the A835 on Thursday afternoon. Police are appealing for information after the incident around 2.55pm yesterday, near to Fasnagrianach, Lochbroom.

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A Renfrewshire town has been failed by five years of inaction on development, according to Conservative politicians.They say compared to towns of similar 17,500 population size, like Johnstone and Troon, Erskine’s facilities are basic at best.They claim a Renfrewshire Council document for change has simply been “gathering dust in SNP drawers”.Renfrewshire North and West Tory candidate Julie Pirone has backed Erskine councillor Tom Begg’s “complete frustration” at nothing happening on the ground.The town is on Renfrewshire Council leader Iain Nicolson’s patch, who has hit back, saying “significant investments” are ongoing.A charrette – a planning forum

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Renfrewshire’s council leader has slammed controversial plans to build almost 250 homes in Renfrew, insisting they do not currently meet affordable housing requirements.Bellway Homes Ltd has lodged an application to erect 142 houses and 106 flats on land to the east of Clyde View Park in King’s Inch Road, which has so far attracted 170 objections.Planning chiefs recommended, however, the blueprint be given the green light, stating the development would provide a range of house sizes and types.But during a remote meeting of the planning board on Tuesday, council leader Iain Nicolson argued the local authority should not be accepting large applications

Monklands moves back down to tier-three coronavirus restrictions.Leisure facilities have had to close their doors during North Lanarkshire’s three weeks in level four – but now the Coatbridge centre’s swimming pools and gym will welcome back customers from 6pm on Friday when the change comes into effect.Airdrie leisure centre will then reopen on Saturday morning, and the Time Capsule’s junior swimming lessons resume on the same day. However, group fitness classes at all venues remain suspended in line with government guidance; and there remains no date set for the reopening of John Smith pool in Airdrie or other indoor venues in the council area including the Iain Nicolson centre in Chryston.

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Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A vast building in Renfrew is to be transformed into a research and development centre chiefly for Boeing innovation.The unit - which spans more than 60,456 square feet in Westway Park - has been taken over by the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland.The institute has an £11.8 million deal with the aircraft maker for research.The sheds are to be refurbished and will also provide space for projects with othermanufacturers.Renfrewshire Council leader Iain Nicolson hailed the new business capture, saying: “Manufacturing is a vitally important sector for the local, regional and national recovery from coronavirus and we are delighted to see the Boeing

pre-determination hearing between the builder and objectors is to take place on October 28.

pre-determination hearing between the builder and objectors is to take place on October 28.

Read More About: Christmas lights will still be displayed across Renfrewshire and work is ongoing with local organisations to plan activities that will safely attract footfall and visitors to Paisley, Johnstone and Renfrew over the festive period.This includes the council’s Spend Local campaign to encourage people to support local traders and high streets.Renfrewshire Council leader Councillor Iain Nicolson said: “I know this will be disappointing news for everyone who supports and attends our popular winter programme and we are sorry that these events cannot go ahead this year.“I hope everyone will understand that we must put public health first and will do everything we can to be back in 2021.“Scottish Government guidance currently