The bid from a consortium led by ex-Truro City and current Larne supremo Eric Perez was revealed on Friday morning, with the plans including a potential seven-figure cash investment.

The Binos' Scottish Cup hopes were blown off course at a storm-lashed New Western Park as Renfrew sprung a classic cup surprise with a deserved win.

The festive appeal aims to help those in need enjoy a special Christmas - with more charities and good causes than ever signed up to take part.

The union is balloting members in primary schools across the council area over the plan to pay an external supplier to cook and deliver pupils’ lunches.