2 h. ago PIP overhaul could strip financial aid from thousands with chronic conditions

A Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) review is reportedly underway for 87 conditions, including chronic pain, mobility issues, and musculoskeletal disorders, sparking widespread concern

Politics

7 h. ago Joseph Parker drops Martin Bakole in round 2 to retain WBO heavyweight title as short notice opponent blown away

North Lanarkshire based Bakole accepted the fight at 48 hours notice in Saudi Arabia after Daniel Dubois pulled out with illness

Politics

13 h. ago DWP issues new update on Carer's Allowance changes as 144,000 people told to repay benefit

The Department for Work and Pensions confirmed that 143,922 people are being told to repay the benefit

Politics

27 h. ago DWP data shows Brits have on average £9,000 in lost pensions

The Pensions Dashboard is a new tool that is currently being developed by the Department of Work and Pensions which will allow people to track down all of their current pension pots

Economics

40 h. ago North Lanarkshire's Provost welcomes new schools commitment in council budget

The schools will feature within new hubs which will be built in Glenboig, Ravenscraig and Cumbernauld’s Abronhill.

Politics

41 h. ago DWP axing benefit claimed by thousands of people in April as letters sent

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is in the process of replacing old legacy benefits with Universal Credit

Politics

42 h. ago Three new community hubs will be built after North Lanarkshire Council confirmed investment plans during budget

The new hubs, which will include state-of-the-art primary schools, will be built in Glenboig, Ravenscraig and Cumbernauld’s Abronhill.

Economics

44 h. ago DwP benefits hotline spends £8m a year of taxpayers cash on translators for 90 different languages

Official figures have shown that the Department for Works and Pensions is spending almost £8million a year on translation services which include some of the world's rarest languages.

Economics

44 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council confirms 10 per cent council tax rise in budget

The rise outstrips inflation and is one of the higher rates in Scotland.

Economics

57 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council approves funding of £222,361 to 27 community organisations in Cumbernauld

The grants will support a range of projects aimed at improving local services, enhancing wellbeing, and strengthening community engagement.

Economics

66 h. ago Lanarkshire Labour politicians announce candidacy for 2026 Scottish Parliament election

Central Scotland list MSP Mark Griffin and North Lanarkshire councillor Ayeshah Khan announced their intentions to stand as the party's candidates in the twinned selection of Uddingston & Bellshill and Motherwell & Wishaw

Politics

3 d. ago DWP Universal Credit and benefit changes as some get bigger rise than others

Changes are being made within weeks that will affect millions of people as new Department for Work and Pensions payments take effect

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3 d. ago Department for Work and Pensions looking to help more North Lanarkshire jobseekers and businesses

There are currently "vacancies in virtually every sector" in a boost to anyone looking to find work.

Economics

3 d. ago Coatbridge MSP welcomes £2.23m investment in North Lanarkshire play parks

The facilities to receive a boost include sites at Scarhill Street in Kirkshaws and Dunalastair Drive in Stepps.

Economics

3 d. ago Minister for Housing visits one of Europe’s largest brownfield regeneration projects at Ravenscraig

Paul McLennan, Minister for Housing, visited Ravenscraig today to see firsthand the transformation of one of Europe’s largest brownfield regeneration projects. Hosted by Russell Wilkie, Director of Ravenscraig, the visit provided an opportunity to see the progress made so far and discuss the exciting future plans for the 1,200-acre site in North Lanarkshire.

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4 d. ago Actions to support economic growth in year ahead in North Lanarkshire

The Economic Regeneration Delivery Plan Action Plan for 2025/26 outlines how the council and its partners will work to improve the local area for residents and businesses.

Economics

4 d. ago DWP urges people of State Pension age to check if they're owed extra £109 a week

The Department for Work and Pensions is urging those of State Pension age to check their eligibility for Attendance Allowance, which could provide them with extra weekly support

Economics

4 d. ago DWP PIP payments worth up to £737.20 per month for people with these common health conditions

The latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) data shows there were more than 3.6 million people receiving Personal Independence Payments

Economics

4 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council to change grant funding system it offers to local businesses

The tiered system will offer £3,000 to businesses which have premises or employees, or which will be VAT registered.

Economics

4 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council sending appointment letters to tenants due five

Checks help the local authority keep its tenants and residents safe and examine the condition of the wiring within the home against safety standards.

Politics