East Renfrewshire Council

30/10/2026

This , we're celebrating the amazing care experienced young people in East Renfrewshire and recognising their strengths, achievements and contributions.

To mark the week, we've supported a range of activities and opportunities for young people to come together, have fun and create new memories, including:

• Taking our Champions Board on a trip to the cinema
• Supporting young people receiving an Aftercare Service to enjoy a Halloween visit to Scream Park
• Providing more than 30 children and carers with tickets to attend GlasGLOW
• Organising a variety of outings, including visits to the Science Centre, go-karting and the cinema

We're proud to support our care experienced young people and remain committed to 💙

Today marks the beginning of Care Experienced Week. This year’s theme is Forward to the Future, celebrating Scotland’s Care Experienced community, where they are now and the futures that lie ahead. In this blog, we explain why this theme matters.

30/10/2026

Join East Renfrewshire Faith Forum’s interfaith walk in Newton Mearns 🍃

The group will depart from Newton Mearns Islamic Centre, visit other places of worship along route, and conclude at Newton Mearns Parish Church.

📌 Sunday 15th November (from 1pm), Newton Mearns Islamic Centre, 8 Langrig Road, Newton Mearns G77 5AA

Register your attendance ➡️ Visit the Scottish Interfaith Week website (link in bio)

East Renfrewshire Council

30/10/2026

Nominations are now open for Eaglesham and Waterfoot Community Council 📢

Do you care about your local area? Want to have your voice heard and play a part in shaping your community?

The nomination period will close at 5pm on Monday 2 November 2026. If you’re interested in becoming a member, make sure you submit your nomination within this timeframe.

For more information and to access a nomination form, visit our website | https://orlo.uk/p4qBk

Get involved, represent your community, and help make a difference locally! 🤝

29/10/2026

Lovely pics of Barrhead from Colin Mearns ⬇️

29/10/2026

Every year, the Provost Award for Citizen of the Year shines a light on the incredible volunteers who go above and beyond to support others and strengthen our communities.

Jashwanti Mehta is our 2025 Citizen of the Year, who has dedicated more than 20 years to volunteering and supporting others - she is just one example of the inspiring people making a positive impact across East Renfrewshire! Check out our video from our 30 years of East Renfrewshire series where we spoke to Jashwanti about her volunteering.

If you know someone whose dedication, kindness and commitment deserve recognition, nominate them today.

⏰ Nominations close tomorrow - Friday 30 October | https://orlo.uk/zCT9I

29/10/2026

Join us at the final (rescheduled!) Big Clean Up event of the year - Friday 13 November in Ward 1, covering Barrhead, Liboside & Uplawmoor ♻️

Our Big Clean Ups see our colleagues, volunteers, pupils and local businesses spend the day tackling litter and fly-tipping hot spots across the area to help keep East Ren beautiful.

So, if you or someone you know would like to take part, just drop an email to [email protected] and someone will get back to you - anyone who signed up for the original date (cancelled due to weather) has been contacted. All equipment will be provided.

28/10/2026

There's only a few days left to nominate for this year's Provost Award for Citizen of the Year! 💚

Shining a light on the incredible volunteers who make a real difference across East Renfrewshire- the closing date for the award is this Friday (30 October).

If you know someone who goes above and beyond, you can nominate them via our website and help celebrate our local heroes. 👏

27/10/2026

It’s been one month since Balgray station opened. 🚉

We caught up with Ben, Lynsey and baby Ollie to hear how the new station is making a difference to their everyday lives and why you should visit Balgray.

ScotRail

27/10/2026

🎆 GHA Rugby Club Fireworks Display - 5 November

In the interests of public safety, the following measures have been agreed with Police Scotland and partners.

🚦Temporary traffic lights on Braidholm Road at GHA / Nuffield Health from 17.00- 20.30

🛻 No access in /out the carparks at the GHA and Nuffield Health between 17.00-20.30

🚧 No access to Muirend park, playing fields and carpark. Temporary fencing will in place at Muirend pavilion car park and at the pedestrian access at Whitton Drive.

Please do not bring cars to the event - parking in the side streets causes traffic jams and restricts emergency vehicle access.

26/10/2026

A reminder of our remaining Local Development Plan 3 (LDP3) drop-in sessions with three events taking place this week:

📍 Tuesday 27 October, 3-8pm - Neilston Library
📍 Wednesday 28 October, 3-8pm - Busby Library
📍 Thursday 29 October, 3-8pm - Clarkston Library

📍 Tuesday 3 November, 3-8pm - Barrhead Library
📍 Thursday 12 November, 3-8pm - Giffnock Library
📍 Friday 13 November, 1.30-5pm - Uplawmoor Library

Residents are encouraged to attend whichever drop-in session is most convenient for them. The Council's development plan team will be able to answer questions on all areas of the proposed LDP3 at every session.