Renfrewshire residents encouraged to attend 'invaluable' Winter Connections events

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Renfrewshire residents have been encouraged to attend Winter Connections events as the programme is praised for "spreading some light" in the darker months.The warm spaces initiative – a network of sessions that allows people to enjoy the company of others in a welcoming environment – is in its third year, having been backed by £75,000 in council funding.Activities, which range from bingo and table-top games to lunch clubs and gentle exercise, are free and run by different community groups and organisations.Depute council leader Jacqueline Cameron, who is also chair of the Fairer Renfrewshire sub-committee, emphasised the importance of the scheme at a time of year that can be difficult for a number of people.

The SNP representative for Johnstone South and Elderslie told the Paisley Daily Express: "A programme like Winter Connections is crucial in tackling social isolation and loneliness. "The various activities bring people together in a warm and welcoming environment and we know from feedback from previous programmes that a Winter Connections event can be the highlight of the week for some people.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.