CLYDEBANK Town Hall is making more money thanks to weddings and conferences, councillors have heard.

The corporate services committee of West Dunbartonshire Council was told last week how extra and more expensive bookings along with cutting costs has brought in an extra £39,000.

Fees saw a massive hike last year in an effort to curb the £300,000-per-year loss at what is described as one of two premiere venues for the local authority.

The rise prompted fears Clydebank Musical Society could fold as a result before last minute talks averted closure.

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Malcolm Bennie, strategic lead for communications, culture and communities, told the committee: “I’m please to see progress in Clydebank Town Hall. That’s for a number of different factors.”

He said more effective use of staffing, a new management team and identifying new potential income was making a difference. There was progress in getting more weddings and conferences.

Mr Bennie added there was “potential for more”.

Councillor Diane Docherty said: “It’s really good to see the amount of weddings and receptions. There’s so much positive feedback and I’m seeing staff enjoying it.”

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