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East Renfrewshire Council has temporarily renamed itself in honour of Scotland captain Andy Robertson

FIFA World Cup 2026

East Renfrewshire Council renamed in honour of hometown football hero Andy Robertson

Barrhead pub forced to ditch cut-price World Cup pints after complaint

Whitecraigs Care Home in Newton Mearns was handed a glowing report by the Care Inspectorate

Whitecraigs Care Home in Newton Mearns was handed a glowing report by the Care Inspectorate

East Renfrewshire care home praised for providing 'compassionate and dignified care'

Smashin Bakes is offering Scottish themed treats this weekend

Smashin Bakes is offering Scottish themed treats this weekend

East Renfrewshire bakery offering Scotland-themed treats for World Cup fans

A Barrhead engineer has been promoted to Technical Director Designate at a major homebuilder

A Barrhead engineer has been promoted to Technical Director Designate at a major homebuilder

Persimmon Homes

Barrhead engineer promoted to senior role at Persimmon Homes West Scotland

Stock image of phone

Stock image of phone

Paisley Sheriff Court

Beast JAILED for sending explicit pictures and videos to 'girl, 14,' on Snapchat

LIVE updates as 'all lines closed' on busy train route

LIVE updates as 'all lines closed' on busy train route

LIVE updates as 'all lines closed' on busy train route

Police Scotland

'Alarming' rise in scams targeting elderly as cops issue warning

Bank closure sparks backlash as petition launches to save ‘cornerstone’ branch

Council eyes wider school street rollout after Giffnock pilot

Silverburn is hosting a summer of football-themed activations

Silverburn is hosting a summer of football-themed activations

FIFA World Cup 2026

Silverburn celebrating Scotland’s World Cup return with football-themed events

Ava MacFarlane has been selected to compete at the Commonwealth Games

Ava MacFarlane has been selected to compete at the Commonwealth Games

Glasgow Royal Children's Hospital

Meet the Neilston teen who overcame chronic illness to earn Commonwealth Games spot

Hundreds of children across East Renfrewshire nurseries took part in free Mini Kicker football taster sessions

Hundreds of children across East Renfrewshire nurseries took part in free Mini Kicker football taster sessions

East Renfrewshire

Free football programme helps over 600 nursery kids boost confidence and coordination

The branch is set to close

The branch is set to close

Royal Bank of Scotland

Decision made on RBS Giffnock branch - Here's the details

Pupils from East Renfrewshire and Glasgow have received the National Ken Muir Award

Pupils from East Renfrewshire and Glasgow have received the National Ken Muir Award

East Renfrewshire

'We are delighted' - East Renfrewshire youngsters celebrated with national award

Council Leader Owen O'Donnell, Ruaridh Keating and Gio Hume from the East Renfrewshire LGBTQ+ youth group, and Provost Mary Montague

Council Leader Owen O'Donnell, Ruaridh Keating and Gio Hume from the East Renfrewshire LGBTQ+ youth group, and Provost Mary Montague

Flag raised in East Renfrewshire park to mark LGBTQ+ Pride Month

Cosgrove Care's fundraising event raised more than £3000

Cosgrove Care's fundraising event raised more than £3000

Michael Bublé tribute night raises more than £3000 for East Renfrewshire charity

Barrhead man makes fresh complaint to police over SNP 'ring fenced' donations

The £30 million Neilston Learning Campus

The £30 million Neilston Learning Campus

Award-winning Neilston campus named among Scotland’s best buildings in 2026

News

ll About Barrhead Business Improvement District (BID) has achieved British BIDs Accredited BID Status

ll About Barrhead Business Improvement District (BID) has achieved British BIDs Accredited BID Status

Business Improvement District

Barrhead BID achieves national accreditation ahead of renewal vote

Sharon Hunter, Headteacher at Mearns Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Centre, was named winner of the School Food Leader Award

Sharon Hunter, Headteacher at Mearns Primary School and Early Learning and Childcare Centre, was named winner of the School Food Leader Award

Headteacher honoured at national Jamie Oliver Good School Food Awards

Food Standards Scotland has updated its guidance on those most at risk from foodborne illness

Food Standards Scotland has updated its guidance on those most at risk from foodborne illness

Food Standards Scotland

New official guidance identifies those at greater risk of food poisoning

Public urged to report abuse and impaired driving during World Cup matches

Aerial view of Cathkin Park, site of the second Hampden

Aerial view of Cathkin Park, site of the second Hampden

Historic Environment Scotland

Historic Environment Scotland seeks to uncover Scotland’s forgotten football heritage

TRNSMT Festival

This year's TRNSMT festival food prices REVEALED including £16 fish and chips

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is encouraging people to back their own health

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is encouraging people to back their own health

Scotland fans urged to check in on their health during FIFA World Cup

The SCIAF Shield will return this August

The SCIAF Shield will return this August

Five-a-side charity football tournament to return this summer - here's how to join in

Brits are being warned over a simple phone mistake at the airport that could turn a dream holiday into a nightmare.

Brits are being warned over a simple phone mistake at the airport that could turn a dream holiday into a nightmare.

Why you should never use public USB ports to charge your phone in new travel warning

More than 19 million British nationals visit Spain each year.

More than 19 million British nationals visit Spain each year.

Brits travelling to Spain warned of new rule change that could see them denied entry

The CMA has launched an investigation into Ryanair's family seating policy amid concerns parents may be charged extra to sit with their children on flights.

The CMA has launched an investigation into Ryanair's family seating policy amid concerns parents may be charged extra to sit with their children on flights.

Ryanair investigated over charges parents pay to sit with their children

Arthurlie PAN Disability Football Team is looking for a new sponsor

Arthurlie PAN Disability Football Team is looking for a new sponsor

East Renfrewshire disability football team seeks new kit sponsor

Crimestoppers urges public to help call time on domestic abuse during World Cup

Crimestoppers urges public to help call time on domestic abuse during World Cup

Crimestoppers warns of anticipated domestic abuse risk during World Cup

The new EES has received significant backlash since its introduction, with it causing long waits for passengers at airports.

The new EES has received significant backlash since its introduction, with it causing long waits for passengers at airports.

EES delays to continue after reports of 6-hour airport queues - but how long for?

Mila-Louisa Caldwell, a Primary 5 pupil at St Cadoc’s Primary in Newton Mearns, won the Scottish Football Supporters Association (SFSA) competition with a drawing that includes haggis, a Highland cow and Scott McTominay’s famous overhead kick.

Mila-Louisa Caldwell, a Primary 5 pupil at St Cadoc’s Primary in Newton Mearns, won the Scottish Football Supporters Association (SFSA) competition with a drawing that includes haggis, a Highland cow and Scott McTominay’s famous overhead kick.

Scotland national team

9-year-old pupil wins Scotland World Cup-themed drawing competition

Neilston Primary praised for commitment to digital learning

Neilston Primary praised for commitment to digital learning

'We are thrilled' - East Renfrewshire school awarded for digital innovation

Nominations are now open for Barrhead Community Council.

Nominations are now open for Barrhead Community Council.

Community Council

Residents invited to help shape future of Barrhead through community council

Scottish Opera’s Pop-up Opera is coming to East Renfrewshire this July

Scottish Opera’s Pop-up Opera is coming to East Renfrewshire this July

Scottish Opera pop-up tour to bring live performances to East Renfrewshire

Antalya is one of the most-visited cities in the world, welcoming more than 17 million tourists each year.

Antalya is one of the most-visited cities in the world, welcoming more than 17 million tourists each year.

New ban introduced on beaches at holiday hotspot that could land Brits £28 fine

The opening date has been revealed for the new Sephora store at Silverburn

The opening date has been revealed for the new Sephora store at Silverburn

Beauty giant Sephora confirms opening date for store at Silverburn

East Renfrewshire carers are being urged to check their eligibility for benefit support

East Renfrewshire carers are being urged to check their eligibility for benefit support

East Renfrewshire

East Renfrewshire unpaid carers urged to claim financial support

Walking Scotland has announced the reopening of the SPT Community Path Fund

Walking Scotland has announced the reopening of the SPT Community Path Fund

Funding available for East Renfrewshire groups to improve walking and wheeling routes

Millions of Brits heading abroad this summer could face airport queues of up to six hours as new EU border checks continue to cause delays.

Millions of Brits heading abroad this summer could face airport queues of up to six hours as new EU border checks continue to cause delays.

Six-hour airport queue warning as millions of Brits head abroad this summer

Chris Hoy issues health update in inspiring message of hope revealing his future

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Barrhead BID achieves national accreditation ahead of renewal vote

East Renfrewshire disability football team seeks new kit sponsor

9-year-old pupil wins Scotland World Cup-themed drawing competition

'We are thrilled' - East Renfrewshire school awarded for digital innovation

Residents invited to help shape future of Barrhead through community council

Arthurlie boss Willie Dyer aiming high after record finish in West of Scotland league

Sport

East Renfrewshire Council has temporarily renamed itself in honour of Scotland captain Andy Robertson

FIFA World Cup 2026

East Renfrewshire Council renamed in honour of hometown football hero Andy Robertson

Public urged to report abuse and impaired driving during World Cup matches

Aerial view of Cathkin Park, site of the second Hampden

Aerial view of Cathkin Park, site of the second Hampden

Historic Environment Scotland

Historic Environment Scotland seeks to uncover Scotland’s forgotten football heritage

Smashin Bakes is offering Scottish themed treats this weekend

Smashin Bakes is offering Scottish themed treats this weekend

East Renfrewshire bakery offering Scotland-themed treats for World Cup fans

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is encouraging people to back their own health

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is encouraging people to back their own health

Scotland fans urged to check in on their health during FIFA World Cup

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The United States secured a statement victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles (Andre Penner/AP)

The United States secured a statement victory over Paraguay in Los Angeles (Andre Penner/AP)

Folarin Balogun scores twice as United States beats Paraguay in World Cup opener

Tom Cruise, Sir David Beckham and Lady Victoria Beckham (Andre Penner/AP)

Tom Cruise, Sir David Beckham and Lady Victoria Beckham (Andre Penner/AP)

David Beckham and Tom Cruise bring celebrity glamour to World Cup

Fans of the United States wait for the beginning of the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay (Jae C Hong/AP)

Fans of the United States wait for the beginning of the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay (Jae C Hong/AP)

USA launch World Cup campaign against Paraguay to excited crowds on home soil

Queen Elizabeth II and Ryan Moore after Estimate won the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot (Tim Ireland/PA)

Queen Elizabeth II and Ryan Moore after Estimate won the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot (Tim Ireland/PA)

Ryan Moore awarded MBE in King’s Birthday Honours

Michael Carrick wants his Manchester United players to stay focused until the end (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Michael Carrick wants his Manchester United players to stay focused until the end (Owen Humphreys/PA)

Michael Carrick sees ‘a lot to play for’ and wants strong finish from Man Utd

Anthony Joshua is on course to fight Tyson Fury later this year (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Anthony Joshua is on course to fight Tyson Fury later this year (Bradley Collyer/PA)

Anthony Joshua on track to fight Tyson Fury in November – Eddie Hearn

England’s Danni Wyatt-Hodge had a good day (Nigel French/PA)

England’s Danni Wyatt-Hodge had a good day (Nigel French/PA)

England’s Danni Wyatt-Hodge dedicates unbeaten century to newborn daughter

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Scottish Opera’s Pop-up Opera is coming to East Renfrewshire this July

Scottish Opera pop-up tour to bring live performances to East Renfrewshire

Neilston Primary praised for commitment to digital learning

'We are thrilled' - East Renfrewshire school awarded for digital innovation

There's a Warm Home Discount boost as 345,000 Scottish homes will get an automatic £150 off energy bills from this year

Warm Home Discount as 345,000 in Scotland to get automatic £150 boost

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National News

Mr Trump’s comments underlined the American leader’s whipsaw approach to the war (Mark Schiefelbein/AP)

Mr Trump’s comments underlined the American leader’s whipsaw approach to the war (Mark Schiefelbein/AP)

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran after it fires back at countries in region

Fans are preparing for late-night kick-offs (Jane Barlow/PA)

Fans are preparing for late-night kick-offs (Jane Barlow/PA)

Scotland supporters to pack fanzones and pubs for first World Cup game

Former armed forces minister Al Carns (James Manning/PA)

Former armed forces minister Al Carns (James Manning/PA)

PM urged to take ‘courageous’ decisions on defence as he fights for his future

NHS England said that patients should continue to attend all planned appointments (Jeff Moore/PA)

NHS England said that patients should continue to attend all planned appointments (Jeff Moore/PA)

NHS faces ‘triple whammy’ during resident doctor walkout

Harry Kane came face to face with his own wax figure in London (Handout/PA)

Harry Kane came face to face with his own wax figure in London (Handout/PA)

Harry Kane waxwork unveiled at Madame Tussauds London ahead of World Cup

Quiche Lorraine is among the dishes making a comeback (Alamy/PA)

Quiche Lorraine is among the dishes making a comeback (Alamy/PA)

Prawn cocktails and pavlova back on menu as 1980s revival boosts demand

Noah Donohoe was found dead in a storm drain in north Belfast (Family/PA)

Noah Donohoe was found dead in a storm drain in north Belfast (Family/PA)

Friends cannot explain Noah Donohoe’s behaviour before his death, inquest told

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