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A Renfrewshire community council is on the hunt for new members.
Paisley West and Central Community Council (PWCC) serves areas from the town centre to Millarston and Oakshaw to Castlehead.
The organisation has a say on key issues, including housing and transport.
And members can help drive projects which are for the benefit of residents.
A spokesperson for the group said: “In common with several other community councils, Paisley West and Central community council is keen to attract more members.
“Community councillors are often mistaken for Renfrewshire Council councillors while, in fact, they are local people who, in their spare time, seek to make local improvements.
“Meetings of PWCCC are a great opportunity to meet community police officers, wardens, Renfrewshire councillors and others who support our communities, and allow you to have your say on topics ranging from housing to transport and health.
“PWCCC has been active over the years, organising the former West End Fair, the West End Growing Grounds start-up and, very soon, the provision of a green gym in Ferguslie Gardens.
“So, we are now looking for more projects and more people to help.”
The spokesperson added: “Serving an area from Paisley town centre to Millarston, and from Oakshaw to Castlehead, PWCCC meets at the West End community centre, Underwood Lane, Paisley, PA1 2SL, at 7.30pm on the first Wednesday of each month, except July and August, as well as on Zoom.”
For more information, call 0141 848 1940, email paisleywestcen.cc@ btinternet.com or visit www. facebook.com/groups/ PaisleyWCCC
Young people welcome visitors for Burns’ Day supper
Youngsters at Kibble welcomed people from Milldale Adult Care Centre for a Scottish celebration to mark Burns Day.
The Paisley-based charity, which supports young people at risk, put on the special event for the people at the care centre by preparing a fantastic lunch.
The young people, based at Kibble’s campus in the town, prepared the tasty lunch in the home economics classroom.
The traditional fayre of haggis, neeps and tatties was freshly prepared and served to the visiting group to enjoy at the new Kibble café.
After the meal, there was a reading of poems of the late, great Robert Burns, which everyone enjoyed.
The charity also conducted a sing-along to some well-loved Scottish music, from Andy Stewart to Runrig and Travis to get people in the Scottish-themed mood.
Speaking about the event, Kibble chief executive Jim Gillespie praised the youngsters for hosting such a successful day.
He said: “The young people at Kibble are always enthusiastic to mark national celebrations and learn about the history and culture associated with them.
“This year, our hospitality students have worked alongside the drama students and music students to curate a fantastic event that pays homage to our national poet, Robert Burns.
“It was wonderful to welcome the group from Milldale Adult Day Centre on to the campus to experience the hospitality our young people can offer, as well as enjoying a showcase of great talents from our drama and music students.”
Mark Robertson, day service assistant at Milldale Day Centre, added: “It was a fantastic afternoon and all of the adults at the centre had a great time singing and enjoying the music, eating delicious food and being surrounded by good company.
“Young people and staff at Kibble pulled out all the stops to ensure everyone had a great time and we hope to come back again very soon to enjoy another get-together.”
Milldale Adult Day Centre offers support for adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities who require structured day support.
It was wonderful to welcome the group from Milldale Adult Day Centre on to the campus