8 h. ago Renfrewshire Council takes on robots to help clean areas in school buildings

Local authority says investment highlights "commitment" to "innovative solutions" in cleaning.

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8 h. ago Renfrewshire Council prepares to write off more than £550,000 of bad debt if given green light

Step set to be taken as recovery of debt from individuals and companies no longer "viable".

Economics

4 d. ago 'I'm a stain expert and this hack keeps school uniforms squeaky clean during term time'

The school day can pose many threats to the cleanliness of your child's uniform, from ketchup to ink-stains - luckily this easy hack can help keep it looking fresh and clean

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5 d. ago Renfrewshire Council to prepare action plan as it presses on in fight against poverty

Local authority intends to provide overview of Fairer Renfrewshire programme, setting out priorities and activities for next two years.

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5 d. ago Parents' constant battle to keep school uniforms clean is affecting energy bills

A new study has revealed just how much school uniforms get damaged and dirtied by kids in just one year - and the most common type of stain is food

Events

7 d. ago Plans to add to facilities at Ferguslie Cricket Club in Paisley approved by Renfrewshire Council

Proposal to introduce clubhouse with changing rooms, showers, toilet and social space given green light.

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7 d. ago Worries over Renfrewshire Council department's finances as predicted overspend discussed

The situation facing infrastructure, land and environment services has been flagged as a point of concern by elected members.

Economics

7 d. ago Queen of Clean: The jobs to tackle now the kids are back at school

Time for a big tidy-up, says TVs Queen of Clean. By Sam Wylie-Harris.

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8 d. ago Politicians urge Badenoch to ‘come clean’ after doubts cast on US medical school claim

Labour and Lib Dem MPs ask Tory leader to clarify how alleged offer of place came about after Stanford University staff raise questionsLabour and the Liberal Democrats have called for Kemi Badenoch to come clean about her claims of an offer from Stanford University at the age of 16, after former admissions staff said she had described an impossible scenario.Labour MP Peter Prinsley has written to the Tory leader saying she should lay out the specifics of how the alleged offer came about, given the doubts cast over her story. The Lib Dem education spokesperson, Munira Wilson, said Badenoch risked undermining trust. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Badenoch urged to ‘come clean’ after doubt cast on Stanford University claim

Labour and Lib Dems ask Tory leader to clarify details of alleged offer after former admissions staff dispute accountLabour and the Liberal Democrats have called for Kemi Badenoch to come clean about her claims of an offer from Stanford University at the age of 16, after former admissions staff said she had described an impossible scenario.The Labour MP Peter Prinsley has written to the Conservatives leader saying she should lay out the specifics of how the alleged offer came about, given the doubts cast over her story. The Lib Dem education spokesperson, Munira Wilson, said Badenoch risked undermining trust. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Renfrewshire Council tests different approach to tackling potholes on roads

The local authority worked with a company to pilot a technique known as jet patching throughout the course of last month.

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1 week ago New £7 'indestructible' school water bottle that mum swears every child must own

Shoppers getting their kids ready for school can currently score a 'durable and easy-to-clean' water bottle that won't leak and 'last an entire school year' for £7 thanks to this sale

Economics

1 week ago Renfrewshire shortlisted for council of the year at UK awards

Renfrewshire is one of eight local authorities from across the UK nominated for the top award, and one of three Scottish councils in the running.

Events

1 week ago Renfrewshire Council not in position to put exact timeline on Paisley Museum reopening

Construction is set to be complete by the end of this year, with a fit out to follow and reopening anticipated in second half of 2026.

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1 week ago New Paisley Grammar School will be 'jewel in crown' once open, Renfrewshire Council says

Construction of facility in Renfrew Road is "well beyond the halfway point" and "on track" for completion in 2026.

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1 week ago Renfrewshire Council accused of being 'stingy' over funding for Kilbarchan defibrillator project

The community council applied for £3,800 as it looks to increase the number of devices in the area but will receive £1,600 instead.

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1 week ago I tried a driverless taxi to see if the robots are ready to take over our roads

Self-driving taxis are set to be introduced in the UK next year, so reporter Jeremy Armstrong tried one out in LA

Transport

2 w. ago Dargavel residents fighting plans for electricity substation yards from their homes

Home owners say the recommendation to approve a large substation in Dargavel Village is “yet another example of residents being let down by Renfrewshire Council”

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2 w. ago Decision on plans for extension of Park Mains High School in Erskine expected this year

Renfrewshire Council recently submitted its planning application for the proposal to boost capacity at the facility.

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2 w. ago AI has 'own healthcare system now' amid fears of a robot takeover

A leading UK start-up claim their software, which essentially uses AI to spot problems in other AI models, could save hundreds of millions, but some fear that it could put jobs at risk

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