On Wednesday, May 21st, the council conducted maintenance on the play equipment at Kirkton Park in High Blantyre, successfully repairing the zip-wire.
Children’s Zip-wire Fixed
Category: Council
Name a Gritter for the Council
Children in P4 to P7 classes in South Lanarkshire are invited to name eight new council gritters, following past successful competitions. Names should reflect wintry themes and can creatively combine with celebrities or catchphrases. The submission deadline is May 30, with eight winners receiving a photo opportunity and tracking of their gritter.
New Penalty Charges for Pavement Parking in South Lanarkshire
South Lanarkshire Council is transitioning from issuing warnings to enforcing penalty fines for parking violations. Over 2,000 warnings have been given, and now motorists parking on pavements, drop kerbs, or double parking will face £100 fines, reduced to £50 if paid within 14 days. Enforcement begins this week.
Demolition and Repurposing: Hamilton’s New Vision
The former Bairds building in Hamilton could be either demolished or repurposed under ambitious proposals by South Lanarkshire Council. The proposal is part of a £55m investment by South Lanarkshire Council. Almost £8 million has been set aside for Hamilton town centre under the authority’s new “Building Back fund”. One of the first projects given […]
Council Tax Hike in South Lanarkshire: Financial Implications Explained
South Lanarkshire Council has decided on a 6% council tax increase starting April 1, 2025, during a recent budget meeting. While this is one of the lowest increases in Scotland, critics argue that additional fees, like the £45 garden waste charge, suggest a higher financial burden for residents.
Blantyre’s Budget Cuts: A Community’s Struggle
South Lanarkshire Council’s £55m budget for 2025/26 allocates only £236k to Blantyre, primarily for changing room renovations at Priory Playing fields. In contrast, other towns receive substantial funding for major projects. This lack of investment threatens community resources, including halls and the library, leaving Blantyre feeling overlooked and underfunded.
South Lanarkshire Council’s 2025-26 Budget Overview
South Lanarkshire Council Leader Joe Fagan announced the 2025-26 budget, committing over £55 million to local communities while maintaining the lowest council tax rates in Scotland. However, there are concerns regarding the lack of focus on Blantyre, with questions about whether the area is receiving adequate attention and support.
New Council Homes Main Street, High Blantyre
Following the recent planning approval on the proposed new houses at the corner of Auchinraith Road and Main Street, High Blantyre, SLC have confirmed the building of these houses WILL go ahead. The homes will be built on the current vacant land at High Blantyre, where the Kirkton Care Home once stood. The former care […]