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"The SNP has now lost its way, has run out of ideas, and is dangerously incompetent"
03/02/2025

"The SNP has now lost its way, has run out of ideas, and is dangerously incompetent"

It’s been just over 6 months now since I was elected to represent West Dunbartonshire at Westminster, and I have been busy helping to deliver the…

An Alexandria teen battling cancer was gifted a day out at a racing track where he was able to drive a variety of high-e...
02/02/2025

An Alexandria teen battling cancer was gifted a day out at a racing track where he was able to drive a variety of high-end cars including an Aston Martin and Ferrari 🏁
18-year-old Reece enjoyed go-karting with his friends but unfortunately, this changed when he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma.
More here: https://trib.al/shtKKTB

02/02/2025
Happy Sunday 😊Look at this amazing photo of a 'beautiful day' by Hazel Woodrow 📸To view more stunning photos like this c...
02/02/2025

Happy Sunday 😊

Look at this amazing photo of a 'beautiful day' by Hazel Woodrow 📸

To view more stunning photos like this check out our camera club: https://trib.al/xlIqGRB

"Yes, it will have an impact in terms of families being supported"
01/02/2025

"Yes, it will have an impact in terms of families being supported"

Funding for a specialist children’s mental health service in West Dunbartonshire could be cut by more than £500,000, according to a new report.

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01/02/2025

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Dumbarton care home raises awareness of charity's Race Against Dementia DayMore here: https://trib.al/ks2UrOi
01/02/2025

Dumbarton care home raises awareness of charity's Race Against Dementia Day
More here: https://trib.al/ks2UrOi

Happy Saturday 🌞Look at this amazing shot of a grey heron in Balloch by James Duncan 📸To view more stunning photos like ...
01/02/2025

Happy Saturday 🌞

Look at this amazing shot of a grey heron in Balloch by James Duncan 📸

To view more stunning photos like this check out our camera club: https://trib.al/0JnUKS3

The cash is to support council staff
31/01/2025

The cash is to support council staff

West Dunbartonshire is set to receive around £1.4m funding from the Scottish Government to support council staff while the country continues to…

"So disappointing."
31/01/2025

"So disappointing."

The MP for West Dunbartonshire has been asked to explain why he didn't vote in the recent WASPI motion despite supporting their cause

31/01/2025

Man arrested for 'possessing knife in Dumbarton town centre' 👮‍♂️

Passengers are being urged to check new bus routes ahead of changes
31/01/2025

Passengers are being urged to check new bus routes ahead of changes

First bus has announced changes to its routes.

“The scheme really makes the most of the space available at the site"
30/01/2025

“The scheme really makes the most of the space available at the site"

A water tank that distributes clean water to residents in West Dunbartonshire is now 'significantly greener'.

16 GP practices will be affected by the cut
30/01/2025

16 GP practices will be affected by the cut

Almost half of GP support staff workers have been cut in West Dunbartonshire

What do you think of this? 💵
29/01/2025

What do you think of this? 💵

A study into household finance has revealed that West Dunbartonshire is among the least financially resilient areas in the UK

She they are the most common complaints she receives from constituents 🫨
29/01/2025

She they are the most common complaints she receives from constituents 🫨

A local politician has hit out at the amount of potholes in West Dunbartonshire saying she is 'astonished' by the number recorded in recent years

BREAKING 🚨
29/01/2025

BREAKING 🚨

Lloyds Banking Group is to shut 136 more high street branches.

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🕯️Last night members of the council, women's charities and emergency service personnel gathered at the West Dunbartonshire Council Headquarters in Dumbarton to hold a minute's silence to mark the end of the 16 days against gender-based violence campaign. Read here: https://trib.al/4ZQDIae

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Last Christmas, 5,499 children contacted Childline. Help @[NSPCC] be ready this year - give £20 which could help answer five calls: https://trib.al/8eppq0x

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📢 Are you aged 14 to 18 with ambitions of being a journalist? The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Since 2008, the scheme has given thousands of students huge advantages through this unique opportunity. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ➡️ www.youngreporter.co.uk This could be the start of your career as a journalist! 🤩

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Remember the NSPCC in your Will

It’s so difficult to keep children safe when the world is changing so fast – bringing with it new dangers. We know just how much of a challenge it is – because we’ve been fighting to protect children for 140 years. By leaving a gift to the NSPCC in your Will, you’ll help ensure we’re always there for children. You’ll help us give support, guidance and protection – when it’s needed most. Find out more about gifts in Wills to the NSPCC today. Request your free gifts in Wills guide. https://trib.al/jYOCnvf

Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/t5NCaRy See what former The Young Reporter Scheme students have to say about the scheme 👇

Are you talking PANTS yet?
Are you talking PANTS yet?

Are you talking PANTS yet? Talk PANTS can help children understand that their body belongs to them. With the help of our friendly dinosaur, Pantosaurus, it can be roarsome fun too! ▶ Watch the video 🩲 Learn the rules ✉ Sign up for tips and advice #NSPCC https://trib.al/rpPZGnm

The former Dumbuck House Hotel is being pulled down after the council served the owners of the site with a demolition notice. What is your favourite memory of the once-popular venue? Read more here: https://trib.al/2vz2uJU

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Talk PANTS today

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Calling 14-18 year olds! Have you got ambitions of being a journalist? 😍 The Young Reporter Scheme - in partnership with Newsquest - is a schools programme giving students in school years 10, 11, 12 and 13 an opportunity to write for a real live online newspaper. Registrations are open ahead of September's new intake. For more information and how to register, head to the Young Reporter website ▶ https://trib.al/IhjJ2AM Here's a sneak peek at what the Young Reporter Scheme has to offer 👇

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