Article Source: Renfrewshire Council
First Published: 31 March 2022 17:21
Updated: 31 March 2022 17:22
The annual event was postponed last year due to the pandemic with Renfrewshire supporting Keep Scotland Beautiful’s Summer Clean instead, but the popular event is back for 2022.
Previous events have seen thousands take part in litter picks across the month of action, with the campaign’s sister event Spotless September seeing almost 1,500 people take part in 430 litter picks last year – more than 14 every day.
Senior Community Safety Officer Emma McCrystal helps coordinate the volunteering during the Big Spring Clean and is looking forward to another eventful April.
Emma said: “Even though it’s one of the busiest times of the year, I always look forward to the Big Spring Clean as it’s so inspiring to see so many local people who want to make a difference in their community.
“We work hard to provide them with the equipment they need, and I liaise with our fantastic StreetScene team who go and collect their bags of litter after their picks, while our Wardens also support the volunteers by delivering the equipment and providing safety information.
“It really is fantastic to see the number of volunteers who head out throughout the month as it shows the real sense of community that has been built up and with every litter pick, our environment is improving.
“Our schools are always great supporters and I’m looking forward to getting back out to see our pupils this year with the aim of ensuring the next generation recognise how important it is not to litter and to keep our streets and our environment clean.”
To request equipment, call 0300 300 1375, email wardens.es@renfrewshire.gov.uk, join the Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/teamuptocleanup or visit the Council website at www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/BigSpringClean2022
Alan and Linda Stewart, Co-Owners of Scotland’s largest salon group and multi award winners, Rainbow Room International have received their OBE Award for Services to Hairdressing.
Today, the Scottish Album of the Year (SAY) Award returns for 2022, calling on artists, labels and music fans to submit eligible albums – for free.
Paisley's annual Sma' Shot Day takes place on Saturday with a day-long extravaganza of family entertainment in the town centre!
Families and young people in Renfrewshire are benefitting from a £1million investment in Renfrewshire's play parks as complete renewals take place in 9 play areas across the area.
Green Space Dark Skies, led by Walk the Plank as part of UNBOXED: Creativity in the UK, has announcing two new locations for this unique project.
To commemorate its 20th anniversary and raise funds for the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat, Loch Lomond Shores has produced a calendar that runs from June 2022 to May 2023.
In celebration of Scotland’s Year of Stories 2022, Visit Scotland has teamed up with Scots expert and writer Alistair Heather to translate the first lines of some of the world’s most popular books
BRICKLIVE's Fantasy Kingdom launches this Saturday, 25th June, in Paisley town centre – so come and join in the fun at this summer's must-visit FREE adventure!
The Meadowbank Sports Centre will welcome the best snooker players on the planet later this year when the Scottish Open comes to Edinburgh.
OZ! A Yellow Brick Road Adventure in Paisley will culminate in an interactive promenade performance on the town's streets in June 2023!
Thousands of people from all over Renfrewshire made it along to Barshaw Park on Saturday for Barshaw Gala Day!
The National Theatre of Scotland is delighted to announce that Jane Spiers will be taking up the role of Chair of the National Theatre of Scotland’s board, commencing in September 2022.
Renfrewshire Libraries announce the return of their popular toy library service.
More than 70 events will take place across Scotland on 21st June to mark the global annual celebration of music!
Summer 2022 marks the 20th birthday of Loch Lomond Shores and they're celebrating in style with a brand-new FREE festival called Summerfest on the 2nd and 3rd July!
A Ukrainian opera singer is among the performers launching Refugee Festival Scotland – a unique celebration of refugee arts and culture coming to towns and cities across the country.
Crowds are set to soak up the summer vibes at Barshaw Gala Day with an afternoon packed full of exciting activities for all the family.
Renfrewshire and Inverclyde residents are being encouraged to attend a ceremony to celebrate our serving military men and women.
One of Scotland's most iconic heritage attractions and star of hit TV series Outlander, Doune Castle, has reopened to the public.
Black belt karate expert Amiee Pollard is getting a kick out of the amazing support she's had from the team at OneRen, where she works as a leisure assistant.
Showcasing a captivating mix of acts by fresh and accomplished talent, the Gilded Balloon is returning this August with a big, bold programme of outstanding entertainment!
Thousands of kids, parents, families and friends enjoyed a day in the sun at Renfrew Gala Day at the weekend!
After seven years of putting smiles on the faces of adults and children alike, family entertainment favourites Funbox have announced their final Johnstone show at the Town Hall.
A festival of food, fun and fabulous music is being staged in Paisley as part of Refugee Festival Scotland!
Canada's exciting musical duo Mama's Broke are bringing their own brand of new wave folk music, to Renfrew Town Hall.
As the country heads out to enjoy the Queen's Jubilee long weekend, punters are being asked to nominate and 'crown' Scotland's very best cocktail bars.
£142,040 has been awarded to 11 heritage projects as part of the Historic Environment Support Fund, administered by HES.
Renfrew Gala Day takes place at Robertson Park from 12pm until 5pm on Sunday 5th June and families across Renfrewshire are invited to come along for the royal treatment.
Renfrewshire will join thousands of towns and cities across the Commonwealth in lighting a Beacon to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee outside Paisley Abbey on 2nd June.
Paisley's popular Sma' Shot Day celebrations are set to return with a day-long programme of spectacular entertainment in the town centre.