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West Dunbartonshire Council · 26 August 2026
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Agenda West Dunbartonshire Council Date: Wednesday, 26 August 2026 ___________________________________________________________________ Time: 16:00 ___________________________________________________________________ Format: Hybrid meeting ___________________________________________________________________ Contact: Carol-Ann Burns, Senior Democratic Services Officer Email: carol-ann.burns@west-dunbarton.gov.uk committee.admin@west-dunbarton.gov.uk Dear Member Please attend a meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council as detailed above. Members will have the option to attend the meeting remotely or in person at the Civic Space, 16 Church Street, Dumbarton. The business is shown on the attached agenda. Yours faithfully PETER HESSETT Chief Executive
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Distribution:- Provost Karen Murray Conaghan Councillor June McKay Councillor James Bollan Councillor John Millar Councillor Kevin Crawford Councillor Lawrence O’Neill Councillor Ian Dickson Councillor Lauren Oxley Councillor Diane Docherty Councillor Chris Pollock Councillor Fiona Hennebry Councillor Martin Rooney Councillor Gurpreet Singh Johal Councillor William Rooney Councillor Daniel Lennie Councillor Gordon Scanlan Councillor David McBride Councillor Hazel Sorrell Councillor Jonathan McColl Councillor Clare Steel Councillor Michelle McGinty Councillor Sophie Traynor Chief Executive Chief Officers Date of issue: 13 August 2026 Audio Streaming Audio recordings of the meeting (including the attendance or contribution of any party participating or making a contribution) will be published on the Council’s website and the Council’s host’s webcast/audio stream platform. You should be aware that the Council is a Data Controller under the General Data Protection Regulation. Data collected during this audio stream will be retained in accordance with the Council’s Privacy Notice* and Retention Schedules including, but not limited to, for the purpose of keeping historical records and making those records available via the Council’s internet site.
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WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL WEDNESDAY, 26 AUGUST 2026 AGENDA 1 STATEMENT BY CHAIR – AUDIO STREAMING The Chair will be heard in connection with the above. 2 APOLOGIES 3 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST Members are invited to declare if they have an interest in any of the items of business on the agenda and the reasons for such declarations. 4 RECORDING OF VOTES The Council is asked to agree that all votes taken during the meeting will be carried out by roll call vote to ensure an accurate record. 5 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING 9 – 24 Submit, for approval as correct record, the Minutes of Meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council held on 17 June 2026. 6 OPEN FORUM The following Open Forum question has been submitted:- Question from Sister Rita Dawson MBE Council recognises the significant contribution that St Margaret of Scotland Hospice makes to the local community, by providing compassionate care and support to those living with life-limiting illness and their families. Council is asked whether it wishes to reaffirm its on-going support for the Hospice and to confirm its ongoing commitment to supporting Sister Rita, the staff, volunteers and all at St Margaret of Scotland Hospice as it moves forward into its Next Chapter, ensuring that its important legacy and vital services continue for future generations. 7/
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7 AUDITED 2024/25 WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL TO FOLLOW ANNUAL ACCOUNTS Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources providing Members with the opportunity to scrutinise and approve the 2024/25 Audited Annual Accounts for West Dunbartonshire Council. 8 2024/25 WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL ANNUAL 25 – 139 AUDIT REPORT Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources:- (a) providing the 2024/25 Annual Audit Report to Members and the Controller of Audit prior to approving the 2024/25 Audited Annual Accounts for the Council; and (b) providing an update on the external audit of the Council’s Annual Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025. 9 FINANCIAL REGULATIONS UPDATE 141 – 197 Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources seeking approval of West Dunbartonshire Council’s revised Financial Regulations. 10 LONG TERM FINANCIAL STRATEGY 199 – 226 Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources updating the Council’s long term financial strategy which was last updated in December 2023. 11 QUARTERLY TREASURY MANAGEMENT UPDATE TO 227 – 234 30 JUNE 2026 Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources providing an update on Treasury Management activity for the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year from 1 April 2026 to 30 June 2026. 12 GENERAL SERVICES REVENUE BUDGETARY CONTROL 235 – 262 REPORT TO 30 JUNE 2026 (PERIOD 3) Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources advising of the 2026/27 Revenue Budget position at 30 June 2026 and the forecast position of the General Fund Reserve as at 31 March 2027. 13/
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13 GENERAL SERVICES CAPITAL BUDGETARY CONTROL 263 – 281 REPORT 2026/27 TO 30 JUNE 2026 (PERIOD 3) Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources providing an update on the General Services capital financial performance to 30 June 2026. 14 HOUSING REVENUE ACCOUNT BUDGETARY CONTROL 283 – 288 REPORT TO 30 JUNE 2026 (PERIOD 3) Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources advising on the 2026/2027 HRA revenue budget position on 30 June 2026 and the forecast position for HRA reserves on 31 March 2027. 15 HOUSING REVENUE ACCOUNT (HRA) CAPITAL BUDGETARY 289 – 296 CONTROL REPORT TO 30 JUNE 26 (PERIOD 3) Submit report by the Chief Officer – Resources providing an update on the HRA capital programme to 30 June 2026. 16 NOTICE OF MOTIONS (a) Motion by Councillor Jim Bollan – Assessment of Medical Applications Council agrees to an urgent review of the number of officers assessing medical applications from housing applicants seeking a suitable Council tenancy. It is currently taking around 5-6 months to process these requests, which is completely unacceptable given the broad range of medical conditions these applicants have; to do this, we need to recruit additional staff with the cost being funded from HRA reserves. A report back to the next Council meeting should be arranged. (b) Motion by Councillor Lawrence O’Neill – Yoker Athletic Football Club’s 140th Anniversary Council congratulates Yoker Athletic Football Club on this, their 140th Anniversary, having been founded in 1886. Most of that period has been spent playing at Holm Park, Clydebank. Council acknowledges the important part that they have played in grassroots football and promotion of sport within the community.
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Winners of the Scottish Junior Cup in 1932/33 season and finalists again in 1935/36 and most recently in season 2021/22. Having gained promotion at the end of last season, they are now playing from a further redeveloped Holm Park and in West of Scotland Football League Division 2 and (at time of motion submission) have a 100% record thus far. Council congratulates all who have been involved in the club since its formation in 1886 and thanks all volunteers, committee members, players, staff and their supporters and would ask if the Council, through the Provost’s office, could provide some small token of appreciation on this 140th Anniversary. (c) Motion by Councillor Lawrence O’Neill – Faifley Parish Church Anniversaries Council congratulates the congregation and members of the Faifley Parish Church who will celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the Church Hall and 60th Anniversary of the White Church, on the weekend of Saturday, 19th and Sunday, 20th September this year. Now officially known as Faifley & Duntocher Parish Church, following a recent merger with Duntocher Trinity Church, they play a huge role within the community – many services, weddings and funerals have been undertaken by the Reverend Gregor McIntyre and his predecessors. The buildings also host Faifley Upcycling; Faifley Foodshare & Pantry; wider social roles with Street Connect; Support to the African community and other New Scots; various clubs and groups as well as assisting the Council deliver Shine and Summer activities within the area. During the Covid-19 pandemic which closed our schools, they were willing volunteers to help us ensure that the local school children were fed throughout periods of closure. The Parish will be hosting an Open Day on Saturday, 19th September 2026 from 10:30am – 3pm with an exhibition of photos, memorabilia and videos over the last 70 years. The next day, Sunday 20th September 2026, there will be a church morning service at 11am celebrating both anniversaries, followed by a community BBQ. Council, through the office of the Provost, may wish to mark these events with a small token of recognition.
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(d) Motion by Councillor Michelle McGinty – Commonwealth Games Medal Winner This Council congratulates Caitlin Kelly on her outstanding achievement in winning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. Council recognises that representing Scotland on the international stage is a tremendous honour and that becoming the first female boxer to secure a medal for Team Scotland at a Commonwealth Games is a testament to Caitlin's dedication, perseverance, and sporting excellence. Council notes the inspiration that Caitlin's success provides to young people across West Dunbartonshire and beyond, demonstrating the rewards that can be achieved through hard work, commitment, and determination. Council further acknowledges the support provided throughout Caitlin's sporting journey by her family, coaches, teammates, and the wider local community, whose encouragement has helped contribute to this remarkable accomplishment. Request for the Chief Executive or Provost to write to Caitlin Kelly conveying the Council's congratulations and best wishes for her future sporting career. (e) Motion by Councillor Hazel Sorrell – Congratulations to Singer Station on Breaking the Mould Council notes the outstanding achievement of Singer Station and all those involved in the production of the musical Breaking the Mould. Council recognises the dedication, creativity and hard work demonstrated by the cast, production team, volunteers and supporters in bringing this ambitious project to life, showcasing the rich cultural talent that exists within West Dunbartonshire. Council further notes that community-led arts initiatives such as Breaking the Mould play a vital role in enriching local life, providing opportunities for people of all ages to participate in the arts, build confidence, develop skills and strengthen community connections. Council acknowledges the positive contribution that Singer Station continues to make to the local cultural landscape, helping to celebrate the area's heritage while inspiring future generations of performers and creatives.
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Therefore, Council agrees to congratulate everyone involved in Singer Station and Breaking the Mould on their success, thank them for their contribution to the cultural life of West Dunbartonshire, and wish them every success in their future productions and endeavours. (f) Motion by Councillor Sophie Traynor – Stepping Stones Council recognises that Stepping Stones is an invaluable organisation here in West Dunbartonshire. They have built up a network of peer led support that has been instrumental in helping people improve their mental health and has been a lifeline in many of our residents’ darkest days. In this their 35th anniversary year Council congratulates Stepping Stones on all they have achieved and wishes them every success in their essential work. Council asks that a civic reception be organised as a token of our thanks to this organization.