South Lanarkshire Council are discussing ways to improve after school child care in Lanarkshire at their meeting today, Wednesday 11th March. The motion being put forward hopes to ensure “South Lanarkshire can support new opportunities for learning and development outside school hours.” If approved, current after school services could be extended. Have your say, do […]
Network Rail announced that Glasgow Central Low Level station will reopen tomorrow morning; however, the High Level station will remain closed for the remainder of the week.
Pagazzi, a well-known lighting company with a 45-year history, has entered administration, leading to the loss of up to 70 jobs and the closure of 11 stores. Despite attempts to restructure, the company struggled with declining high street sales. George Lafferty from BTG has been appointed as administrator.
The Jock Stein Pitches, essential for local children and grassroots clubs in Hamilton, are in disrepair and littered with waste. Despite clubs paying hefty fees, the facilities are neglected, prompting community concern. A petition for improvements has gained over 450 signatures, urging South Lanarkshire Council to take action for a cleaner, safer environment.
South Lanarkshire Council will commence construction of a £27 million leisure centre in Larkhall later this month. This new facility will replace a 60-year-old building and include a swimming pool, gym, and hall. Council leader Joe Fagan emphasized its importance for the community’s current and future needs.
Sisters Daphne (11) and Evie (9) won the Outstanding Young Person of the Year Award at Crufts for raising £2600 for Maggie’s cancer charity, which supported their gran through breast cancer. They promoted the ‘Scotties in the City’ art trail, attended with their gran, and enjoyed a memorable weekend at the prestigious event.
Play with PTR will host family-friendly activities in South Lanarkshire from March 10-13, 2026. Targeting children aged 0-4 years, the events offer arts and crafts, messy play, and reading opportunities at various locations. Entry is free, with no prior booking required, though childcare settings cannot participate.
Glasgow residents awaken this morning to the most horrific scenes after a major fire caused a building to collapse in the city’s Union Street. Scotland’s busiest railway station is closed all day after the major blaze in which part of a building next door to it collapsed last night. There has been significant travel disruption. […]