December
News articles for December 2021.
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Christmas tree collections
Update on our service
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Glasgow City Region launches a new economic strategy for the Region
The new strategy is set to have a profound impact on wider public sector policy, decision-making and spend over the next ten years for the local area of 1.8 million residents and 50,000 businesses.
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Rubbish and recycling - festive arrangements
Find out the changes ahead of the festive period
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Support available from the Scottish Welfare Fund
If you're struggling, get in touch.
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Barrhead resident named as East Renfrewshire's Citizen of the Year 2021
A Barrhead resident who goes above and beyond to help others in the community has scooped East Renfrewshire Council's Provost's Award.
Pupils dive in to new lifeguard qualification
Vocational courses offer the chance to develop additional skills
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On track to deliver 128 additional road upgrades
We're on track to complete 128 roads resurfacing projects, as part of a £15million budget commitment.
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Helping residents to avoid energy efficiency scams
We're taking part in a national campaign which aims to raise awareness of issues that consumers are having across the country, and the protections and resources available to help people.
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16 Days of Action 2021
Women experiencing domestic abuse encouraged to seek help