Jack Thomson

3 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

Elected members are expected to note the strengths of Mossvale Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Class (ELCC) at the council’s education and children’s services policy board on Thursday after their performance in an Education Scotland inspection. Councillor Ben Smith, a Labour representative for Paisley Northwest, applauded the facility as he reflected on the findings which were published last month.

3 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

That point has been emphasised by Janie O’Neill, director of children’s services, in the local authority’s improvement plan for her team for the next three years. Councillors will be asked to approve the document, which outlines priorities, the budget position and direction for 2025 to 2028, at the education and children’s services policy board later this week.

3 days ago | dailyrecord.co.uk | Jack Thomson

The point of view has been emphasised by the director of children's services in a new three-year plan. The importance of a "clear sense of direction" for a key Renfrewshire Council department has heightened amid a challenging financial context, the cost-of-living crisis and poverty-related inequalities. That point has been emphasised by Janie O'Neill, director of children's services, in the local authority's improvement plan for her team for the next three years.

5 days ago | glasgowtimes.co.uk | Jack Thomson

Renfrewshire House (Image: Newsquest) Plans for a commercial development in Paisley, consisting of a drive-through restaurant and electric vehicle charging hub, have been submitted to Renfrewshire Council. Chargemaster, trading as BP Pulse, has lodged an application for planning permission for the project earmarked for a site to the north of St James Avenue.

5 days ago | the-gazette.co.uk | Jack Thomson

Stock image of pub (Image: Newsquest) Cops have dealt with dozens of incidents – including reports of disorder and theft – at licensed premises in Renfrewshire in recent months. A total of 42 incidents were responded to by Police Scotland between Tuesday, March 18, and Monday, April 28, according to new figures. Sixteen related to unrest at licensed premises in Paisley town centre after patrons caused a disturbance over being refused entry or ejected by staff.