27 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council offering free ‘Study Leave’ membership to help senior school pupils manage exam stress

From April 25 until May 30, all S4-S6 pupils in the area can enjoy free access to gyms, swimming pools and fitness classes at 12 venues.

Politics

49 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council rejects calls to review its housing allocation system

The current rules only consider a single member of each household and a review was being prepared in 2022 but was ultimately cancelled.

Politics

50 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council's Mega Flora wildflower project is blossoming

The trial project at Strathclyde and Palacerigg Country Parks and smaller sites in Motherwell and Shotts has introduced a diverse array of wildflowers, bulbs, and perennial plants to grassland areas.

Politics

52 h. ago North Lanarkshire school transport changes voted down by councillors

Councillor Janice Toner moved for an update to be provided to North Lanarkshire Council’s education committee on what safeguards are in place to protect children with medical conditions which prevent them from walking to school

Politics

2 d. ago North Lanarkshire councillor speaks in public for first time since suspension

At a meeting of the full council, members discussed a report on a hearing against Progressive Change North Lanarkshire representative Greg Lennon.

Politics

4 d. 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

7 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

7 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

1 week 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

1 week 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

2 w. 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 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

3 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

3 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council highlights several achievements in its Local Housing Strategy (LHS) annual performance update

The local authority said it had improved the quality of homes by investing more than £29m in the past year with its housing team generated £18.8m in benefits for tenants and built 460 new affordable homes - its best yearly performance to date.

Politics

3 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council launch their new golf season pass for 2025

As the lighter nights return and Spring approaches, golfing hopefuls and seasoned pros will return to the green, and with North Lanarkshire Council’s 2025 season ticket, they can access two great golf courses for one low price.

Politics

3 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council' Sum It Up programme delivers life

Since its launch, the programme, run by the council, has supported over 450 adults. As of December 2024, 360 learners had registered for Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) courses.

Politics

4 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council sets out plans to invest £90.6m in housing improvements for 2025/26

The Housing Revenue Account (HRA) Capital Programme focuses on key improvements.

Economics