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Schools in West Dunbartonshire have 'Grenfell-style' cladding, it's claimed

West Dunbartonshire Council say all its buildings comply with national building regulations.

Daily Record

Waste workers to stage four-day strike in West Dunbartonshire in row over pay

The region will be the latest to join council areas across the country which have seen rubbish pile up in streets.

Daily Record

Leader of West Dunbartonshire Council accused of being a 'liar' in heated debate

Labour leader Martin Rooney and SNP councillor Ian Dickson clashed during a council meeting.

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Alexandria's eyesore Mitchell Way to be fully demolished to make way for Lidl

Members of West Dunbartonshire Council’s infrastructure, redevelopment and economic development (IRED) committee last week formally agreed to demolish the remaining buildings on Mitchell Way and hand the land over to Lidl.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Council 'desperately' need funding amid Cosla proposal offer for council workers

Last Friday saw local authority body, Cosla, offer West Dunbartonshire Council workers a five percent pay rise offer and a minimum hourly rate of £10.50

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West Dunbartonshire Council missed its carbon footprint targets last year

Officers say waste levels from residents are continually increasing and have the biggest impact on the local authority’s carbon footprint.

Daily Record

Overgrown land in Jamestown could be sold to developer for almost 90 new homes

Councillors will discuss the sale of the site at an infrastructure regeneration and economic development committee meeting today.

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Warnings West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare require further funding

The charity has been in operation for the past nine years and has handed out an incredible 105,218 food parcels to those in desperate need.

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West Dunbartonshire Council warns new Costa Coffee will impact Dumbarton traders

Independent cafe owners in the town have already voiced fears that a Costa could force them out of business.

Daily Record

Council in funding plea to Scottish Government to plug budget gap

West Dunbartonshire Council has appealed to the Scottish Government for greater financial support as it faces an estimated £14 million budget gap.

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West Dunbartonshire Council leader pleads with Scottish Government for more funding

Martin Rooney has written a letter to depute First Minister John Swinney and finance secretary Kate Forbes stating that the local authority needs more money to pay staff a fair wage.

Daily Record

Alexandria's Post Office could be forced to close by town centre roadworks

West Dunbartonshire Council say they are focused on supporting businesses during a challenging time.

Daily Record

Water safety partnership developed in West Dunbartonshire launched nationwide

The model used – which was a joint partnership between West Dunbartonshire Council, Police Scotland and Scottish Fire and Rescue Service – has now been so successful it will be rolled out across the country.

Daily Record

Dumbarton pony owner's fury as council fails to secure suitable land swap

Susan Dick says her ponies face being forced off their land to make way for the new A82 relief road - with nowhere else to go.

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Police step up patrols in response to "relentless spate of vandalism" at West Dunbartonshire nurseries

The move comes after a fire at Gavinburn Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Centre in which vandals destroyed thousands of pounds in resources last month.

Daily Record

Water safety training in West Dunbartonshire schools "a positive change" say family of Ava Gray

Since Ava’s death her family have campaigned tirelessly for greater water safety awareness, and last week it was confirmed that every pupil at secondary schools in West Dunbartonshire had received water safety lessons.

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West Dunbartonshire Council leader says budget cuts 'would make Thatcher blush'

Labour leader Martin Rooney made the comments during a heated debate over Scottish Government funding.

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Activists for the visually impaired urge transport chiefs to fix 'unsafe' pedestrian crossings in Dumbarton

Douglas Gilroy and Sandra MacDonald say a number of crossings are “dangerous” for those with visual impairments, and are calling for them to be made safe.

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Head teachers to advise West Dunbartonshire Council on how to cut attainment gap

Councillors have been left frustrated after seeing funding for cutting the education attainment gap cut over the next five years by more than £2m.

Daily Record

Fears for future of Milton Iron Age fort with quarry expansion to be approved

Last March, members of the West Dunbartonshire Council refused planning permission to extend Sheephill Quarry in Milton and increase opening hours, following concerns about the impact on the environment and neighbouring properties.

Daily Record

Environmentalists urge West Dunbartonshire Council not to increase grass cutting

Previously the local Labour group had accused the SNP of "neglecting" green spaces, however activists are now calling on the new administration to continue to biodiverse areas.

Daily Record

West Dunbartonshire Council temporarily axes fortnightly overtime payments amid 'overworked' staff claims

The temporary move has led to fears it will mainly affect lower paid workers.

Glasgow Live

West Dunbartonshire council give green light to almost 90 new homes in Clydebank

The new hones will include flats and houses ranging in size from two to five bedrooms.

Glasgow Live

Fears for historic fort as expansion of Sheephill Quarry approved

West Dunbartonshire Council had refused permission for the work over concerns for the iron age hill fort, but that decision is now being overturned on appeal.

The National (Scotland)

Council approves plans for coffee shop sign – but rejects coffee shop itself

SIGNS for a new drive-thru Costa Coffee have been given the green light – despite planning permission for the cafe being refused...

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