Kelburne Hockey Club awaits verdict on Ralston Community Sports Centre appeal

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The fate of Ralston Community Sports Centre could soon be determined amid Kelburne Hockey Club’s appeal against the decision to refuse its takeover bid.The club applied for a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) of the centre from OneRen but was told by the council last summer it had been unsuccessful on grounds of “uncertainty of funding” and significant opposition to the plan.But it has since taken up the right to request a formal review, which must be ruled upon by March 28.Councillors on the CAT review sub-committee, which meets at 10am on Friday, will consider whether further representations or a hearing are needed.

If not, they will make a decision on the appeal.Billy Anderson, secretary of Kelburne Hockey Club, expressed his hope for a “positive decision” for the club.However, if it is turned down again, the club has a further right of appeal to Scottish ministers.Renfrewshire Live, the new free app dedicated to bringing you around the clock breaking news, is now available to download.Powered by the Paisley Daily Express, Renfrewshire Live is your go-to source for news, features and sport with live coverage provided direct to the app, seven days a week.The dedicated team of experienced journalists, responsible for the publication of the award-winning Express, will focus on breaking news, day and night, across Renfrewshire’s towns and villages.There is also a dedicated St Mirren section that will follow every kick of the ball with the Buddies.Available on both Android and Apple.

Download here: smarturl.it/RenfrewLiveSocialMr Anderson said: “We’re hoping the councillors concerned will take a fresh look at it and at all of the detail that we’ve provided in our appeal, have a different look on it and look to the future,