42 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council agrees to review financial reward available to tenants who downsize their homes

The motion called upon North Lanarkshire Council to acknowledge that the current scheme, which offers a £1,500 incentive to council tenants moving into smaller homes, had a low rate of uptake.

Events

3 d. ago Strathaven is latest of 55 cemeteries being checked by South Lanarkshire Council

The local authority has a duty of care to provide a safe environment for both visitors and staff.

Politics

3 d. ago Lesmahagow Community Football Club scores £150k pitch investment

The South Lanarkshire Council-administered Renewable Energy Fund will help at McKirdy Park.

Economics

4 d. ago Cyclists, climbers and ramblers get community grants from South Lanarkshire Council

The grants were approved at the latest meeting of the East Kilbride Area Committee.

Politics

4 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council seeking supplier to help with housing stock

The council has advertised that it is seeking a provider to operate a void energy management scheme during periods when there is no tenant at the property and its employees are carrying out repairs.

Politics

4 d. ago First phase of North Lanarkshire Council’s Gowkthrapple masterplan completed

The site in Castlehill Road has delivered new housing, amenities and green spaces, transforming and connecting the local community.

Politics

9 d. ago Pupils from two Coatbridge schools take part in Constructing Futures training programme

Initiative introduced to youths from St Ambrose and Coatbridge high schools, thanks to collaboration between Kier, North Lanarkshire Council, hub South West Scotland, training provider TIGERS, and Developing the Young Workforce.

Politics

9 d. ago South Lanarkshire Council back fight againt litter with Spring Clean Scotland

“Dropped litter is a curse across South Lanarkshire" said Councillor Robert Brown, chair of the council’s Community and Enterprise Resources Committee.

Sport

9 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council's Active NL team's Easter sports camps to return

They will take place from April 7-18 and offer a range of different programmes, including dance, golf, football, tennis, gymnastics, multisport and BMX.

Politics

1 week ago More than 2000 warning notices issued to pavement parkers in South Lanarkshire as council begins enforcing fines

As of Monday, March 17, warning notices are being upgraded to Penalty Charge Notices (PCN) for parking on pavements, drop kerbs or double parking.

Events

1 week ago South Lanarkshire Council gives funding to Rutherglen and Cambuslang groups

The grants were approved at the latest meeting of the local area committee.

Politics

1 week ago North Lanarkshire Council to make widespread changes to network of First Stop Shops

The shops, established to allow residents to access various council services in person, have seen dramatic decline in use, with visits vastly below pre-pandemic levels.

Economics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council to retain its three arms’ length organisations

Arm’s length organisations are independent and legally distinct entities created to provide services on behalf of councils..

Politics

2 w. ago All North Lanarkshire Council housing tenants to receive free internet access

The long-term connectivity plan to deliver free digital access to 36,575 homes, aims to address digital exclusion, which can create barriers to knowledge, opportunity, skills and employability.

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council announce £1.7 billion investment to transform local communities

Councillor Jim Logue, Leader of North Lanarkshire Council, hailed the investment as a “transformational step” in delivering a modern and thriving future for the area.

Economics

2 w. ago The 2024 road casualty statistics for across South Lanarkshire are revealed

The year-end total was disclosed at a South Lanarkshire Council meeting.

Politics

2 w. ago Planning permission sought to increase bedrooms and add spa to proposed luxury wedding venue

Elocin Hotels has requested North Lanarkshire Council give the thumbs up for this revised version of the project to convert Garrion Tower, near Overtown, which is currently an empty building undergoing restoration from a former state of ruin.

Events

2 w. ago Council leader urges South Lanarkshire families to check if they qualify for School Clothing Grant

The Early Years Clothing Grant was introduced by the Labour-led administration, but this year it will rise to £150 in line with the School Clothing Grant for primary school-aged children.

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council supporting this year’s national Spring Clean campaign

Run by environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful, the campaign runs from March 21 to April 21 and asks people to get involved and make a positive impact on local streets, parks, rivers and beaches.

Politics

2 w. ago Council seeks contractor to carry out refurbishments to Wishaw retirement housing complex

The local authority is aiming to upgrade Phylis Jane Court in Drummond Drive.

Politics