14 h. ago Business brisk as North Lanarkshire gears up for more growth in 2026

Figures published by the Scottish Government for the year to March 2025 show the number of businesses in North Lanarkshire increased by 130 to 8,515, the third highest increase recorded within local authority areas in Scotland.

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16 h. ago North Lanarkshire Crash: Delays after early morning crash restricts M73 road northbound

Emergency services are on the scene.

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3 d. ago Council officially launches North Lanarkshire Half Marathon 2026

The return of the event, proudly sponsored by Albert Bartlett, was given the green light by elected members and is set to build on the energy, enthusiasm and community spirit that made the 2025 race such a memorable day for Motherwell and beyond.

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4 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council's free health walks helping people beat winter blues

Strolls a great way to "catch some much-needed daylight and meet friendly folk whilst getting some gentle exercise done".

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5 d. ago North Lanarkshire charities invited to apply for share of housebuilder’s Community Fund

Barratt and David Wilson Homes have launched a £63,000 Community Fund to promote healthy, active lifestyles across Scotland

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6 d. ago Ten per cent drop in people claiming Jobseekers Allowance in North Lanarkshire over past 12 months

North Lanarkshire Jobcentres are gearing up for a busy and exciting year, with plans to expand its support for jobseekers, strengthen partnerships with local employers, and deliver more opportunities across the community.

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6 d. ago Provost visits intergenerational digital project in Newmains

St Brigid’s and Newmains Primary Schools collaborated with St Brigid’s Senior Citizens Club on North Lanarkshire Council’s latest intergenerational digital project.

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6 d. ago Finance provider bringing funding social to North Lanarkshire’s third sector

The event at NCT Conference Centre in Newmains on January 29 will help charity and social enterprise leaders from across the region to explore new income generation approaches and build valuable networks.

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6 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council first Scots Fleet Department with electrification project

Local authority awards FOR EV a landmark tender to support its transition to an electric fleet - marking a significant step towards a sustainable future.

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7 d. ago Council teams up with Wishaw school pupils to highlight importance of Community Boards

North Lanarkshire Council has been working with talented drama pupils from St Aidan’s High School to help them promote the work of Community Boards to young people.

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1 week ago Drivers in North Lanarkshire warned of temporary restrictions on M8 next month

The eastbound carriageway of the M8 motorway between Junction 5 (Shotts Interchange) and Harthill Services will be closed for resurfacing on the nights of February 10, 11, 12, 13 and 16 between the hours of 8.30pm and 6am.

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1 week ago Accounts Commission's praise for North Lanarkshire Council in latest report

The council has some of the best performing housing and homelessness services in Scotland.

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1 week ago North Lanarkshire footballers urged to take part in exciting six

The league operates on Sunday evenings at Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility on the 3G pitch.

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1 week ago Good news for North Lanarkshire homeowners as area ranks among Scotland’s most affordable

New research has revealed the UK locations with the most disposable income after mortgage payments, with North Lanarkshire ranking in ninth place.

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1 week ago North Lanarkshire town on top of table for strongest prospects for house price growth

Motherwell, which currently has an average house price of £134,700, came out top, with Glasgow second and Paisley third. The only non-Scottish town to make the top 10 was Wigan, which came in 10th.

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2 w. ago Body of man found on cycle path next to Tesco as cops rush to scene in major incident

The 51-year-old was found unresponsive on the path between Centre Park Drive and Coatbank Street, which runs past the superstore, in Coatbridge, North Lanarkshire

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2 w. ago TikToker who killed grandmother in fatal crash jailed for nine years

Leigh Sutherland, 31, killed Margaret Allan while speeding in a car he knew was unsafe.

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2 w. ago People in North Lanarkshire urged to check if they are eligible for financial support

Social Security Scotland helped over 75,000 people in the area receive the money they were entitled to in financial year 2024/25.

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2 w. ago Primary schools in North Lanarkshire given chance to win specifically curated Burns Supper from Aldi

The UK’s Cheapest Supermarket 2024 is set to host its first-ever Great Scottish Supper, with one primary school class winning an unforgettable Robert Burns celebration.

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2 w. ago £7m upgrade in North Lanarkshire boosts Scotland’s rail freight network

It means "fewer emissions, less congestion on our roads, and support for Scotland’s economy".

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