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A popular Paisley gym is offering free packages to members who have lost their job during the coronavirus outbreak.

Pro-Life Fitness Centre bosses announced people affected by the crisis can get access if they have lost income or fallen on hard times because of the crisis.

The New Sneddon Street facility, which is a registered charity, with profits split between Accord Hospice, in Paisley, and St Vincent’s Hospice, in Johnstone, is hoping to help people get back on their feet in their hour of need.

It’s urging people impacted by the pandemic to get in touch to sort a free membership package.

A gym spokeswoman said: “Our members are what makes us the gym we are.

“For nearly 30 years, you have supported us as a small, private gym and, more recently, as a registered charity supporting two local hospices.

“Now it’s our turn to give something back.

“If any of our members have suffered hardship as a result of coronavirus, losing their income or job, we will offer free membership to the gym, once we reopen, until you get back on your feet

again.

“After all, it’s only right that we should support you at a time you might need it most. Simply email us at info@prolifefitnesscentre.com and we will arrange this.”

She added: “Also, a wee reminder to everyone that membership fees are now on hold until we reopen, so no need to cancel your direct debit.

“For any membership queries, contact Lindsey or Deborah at info@prolifefitnesscentre.com”

The gym also offers sponsorships to local athletes, supporting them with their training.

With the country placed on lockdown to prevent the spread of the deadly virus, the economy is at a virtual standstill, with many companies being forced to close or place staff on furlough, leaving people struggling

financially

Thousands of people across Scotland are on reduced wages or have lost their jobs.

The UK Government has reported a huge surge in the number of people applying for Universal Credit since strict new measures were brought in.