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Significant step in regeneration of major brownfield site on Clyde Waterfront

Computer generated image of Scottish Marine Technology Park
The regeneration of one of the largest brownfield sites in West Dunbartonshire and along the Clyde Waterfront has taken a major step forward after planning permission in principle for the former Carless Oil Terminal in Old Kilpatrick was granted.

Published : 30 April 2024

Council jobs fair hailed a success as over 300 people meet with employers

Representatives from West Dunbartonshire Council at a jobs fair
More than 300 people attended a recent Council jobs fair, meeting with employers to find out more

Published : 30 April 2024

Shopfront improvements programme to be expanded after successful pilot

A scheme to improve the appearance of town centres across West Dunbartonshire is being expanded.

Published : 26 April 2024

Swimming lessons for young people with complex care needs reinstated

Swimming lessons for children and young people with additional support needs will be reinstated after cross-party support from councillors.

Published : 26 April 2024

Huge increase in the number of young people accessing free swim and gym

young swimmer learning to swim
More young people than ever took advantage of free swim and gym sessions over Easter in West Dunbartonshire, with numbers doubling on last year.

Published : 25 April 2024

Scottish Parliamentary constituencies to remain largely unchanged

Scottish Parliamentary constituencies in West Dunbartonshire will remain largely unchanged following a review by Boundaries Scotland.

Published : 23 April 2024

Change to street naming policy will allow notable individuals to be honoured

Aerial view of Alexandria
A change to West Dunbartonshire Council’s street naming and numbering policy will provide an opportunity for notable individuals to be honoured.

Published : 23 April 2024

Jobs fair will help open up new career opportunities for residents

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Residents across West Dunbartonshire are invited to a jobs fair to provide opportunities to residents looking for work or a career change.

Published : 19 April 2024

Redevelopment of iconic Glencairn House begins as work starts on site

Glencairn House site works begin - Chief executive Peter Hesset, Councillor Mcbride and Martin Rooney and workers
The redevelopment of Dumbarton’s oldest building into a library and museum has taken a major step forward as work began on the site this week.

Published : 18 April 2024

Have your say on Council spending for 2025/26 in Budget Conversation

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Residents are being encouraged to have their say on the Council’s spending for 2025/26 by joining the Budget Conversation, launching today (Monday 15 April).

Published : 15 April 2024

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