Published on 16 January 2025
In a heart-warming effort to give back to the community, James Frew partnered with Kincaidston Community Centre to transform their outdated toilet facilities. Led by our dedicated training manager John Dougall, a team of skilled apprentices – Matthew Lavery, Euan McInally and Coby McCann – took on the challenge of bringing the community centre’s male and female toilets back to life.
The renovation work began on 2nd December 2024, with the team undertaking a full refurbishment. The project included replacing all the wet wall panelling, installing new WC pans and cisterns, and upgrading the wash hand basins to sleek semi-pedestals. To ensure a polished and professional finish, all work was boxed in and sealed with silicone, leaving the facilities not only functional but visually appealing.
Performance and Development Manager John Dougall said:
“This project was a fantastic opportunity for our apprentices to put their skills into practice while making a real difference to the community. Matthew, Euan and Coby demonstrated professionalism and dedication throughout the refurbishment. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how their hard work has transformed the facilities and brought so much joy to the volunteers at Kincaidston Community Centre.”
The project reached its completion just in time for Christmas, much to the delight of the community centre’s volunteers. Their reaction was sheer joy, as the updated facilities replaced the worn, outdated toilets that were in desperate need of modernisation.
Volunteer Amanda Kerr said:
“I want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible generosity of James Frew when providing new bathrooms to Kincaidston Community Centre. Your team’s professionalism and attention to detail were truly impressive, and I am especially grateful for how accommodating everyone was throughout the entire process. It was clear that you all went above and beyond to ensure the project was completed smoothly and with minimal disruption to the community’s activities.
Amanda added:
“The generosity of both time and expertise has made a significant difference, and the new bathrooms have already been warmly received by everyone who uses the Centre. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to handle the project, and their dedication is truly appreciated. Thank you once again for all your hard work.”
This project highlights James Frew’s commitment to supporting local communities and providing opportunities for our apprentices to develop their skills through meaningful, impactful work. The apprentices’ hard work and dedication to quality have made a tangible difference for the Kincaidston community, showcasing the positive impact that community-centred initiatives can achieve.
