41 h. ago Anas Sarwar 'has serious questions to answer about Scottish Labour culture' after scandals, says SNP

The Nationalists called for the Scottish Labour leader “to come clean on why these revelations keep happening” after a string of scandals.

Events

62 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council leader calls for Scottish Government to provide additional funding to plug £34.639m budget gap

Councillor Jim Logue responded to COSLA’s budget campaign by calling for increased financing to address escalating demand pressures.

Economics

64 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council agrees faster implementation of free broadband strategy

At a recent meeting, it was agreed to aim to roll out the broadband connections within five to seven years.

Politics

4 d. ago Caravan retailer in Wishaw permitted to convert premises into shipping warehouse

North Lanarkshire Council has approved a planning application from Duncan Caravan and Camping which requested the change of use at its showroom and shop in Waterloo.

Events

7 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council's support for campaign against gender

This year’s theme, “All Together to Prevent and End Violence Against Women and Girls”, sends a powerful message: violence against women and girls is everyone’s business.

Politics

7 d. ago Brown bins fees could rise to £65 in South Ayrshire as council faces £15 million budget gap

Burial and cremation fees could also increase along with 24 separate price changes.

Economics

1 week ago North Lanarkshire Council working together to develop education for ASN children

A report, which went to the education, children and families committee in November, sets out plans to make learning more inclusive and supportive for young people.

Politics

2 w. ago Rachel Reeves accused of misleading the UK over 'hard choices' and £30bn black hole

A letter from the Office for Budget Responsibility revealed it told the Chancellor that the spending gap would be much smaller, leading to claims she had 'lied to the public'

Economics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council support worker marks 50 years of sterling service

Sheila Sherry has reached an incredible 50 years of service with the CLD team at North Lanarkshire Council.

Politics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council's Trading Standards team give warning ahead of Black Friday

Tips for safe shopping include sticking to trusted retailers and check independent reviews; check the company or website is genuine and beware of delivery scams.

Events

2 w. ago Council predicts £16m budget gap and faces ‘one of its toughest’ financial challenges

Residents face a five per cent increase in bills as Bury council attempts to balance the books

Economics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council will allow creation of Ravenscraig retail development

The project, which will feature six commercial units, two drive through units and an electric vehicle charging hub with infrastructure including access roads, parking spaces and landscaping.

Politics

2 w. ago Council bosses won't cut jobs or services to fill £6.5m budget gap

Children's services is overbudget by over £6m

Economics

2 w. ago Budding North Lanarkshire entrepreneurs hailed at annual Dragon's Lair competition

Dragon’s Lair is North Lanarkshire Council’s annual entrepreneurial competition which aims to introduce young people to the world of business and a possible career path they may not have considered.

Politics

2 w. ago The problem creating the UK’s pension gap and why the Budget could make things worse

Research shows women have 42p put towards retirement for every £1 men save

Economics

2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council to engage with taxi operators during licensing review

Councillors have agreed to a formal consultation process with stakeholders to gather feedback which will help shape the updated policies and procedures.

Politics

3 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council encouraging residents to plan ahead for any severe weather in coming months

Information and advice is available on the local authority's website - www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/winter.

Politics

3 w. ago Two North Lanarkshire Council teams scoop top accolades at Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) Excellence Awards

The Tenant Participation Team was named Scotland’s Team of the Year and winning the Marion Gibbs award for Equality in Housing was The Children’s Champion Project.

Events

3 w. ago Tony Blair’s think tank joins calls for £300 cut in energy prices ahead of Budget

A report by the Energy Crisis Commission has called for next week’s Budget to include details on how the government will reduce the gap between electricity and gas prices

Economics

3 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council's new supply housing programme delivering investment in local economy

It is also empowering local communities to put forward projects and increasing access for businesses to contract opportunities.

Economics