South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture has introduced new Group Cycle bikes at Blantyre Leisure Centre, enhancing its upgraded gym with advanced cardio and resistance equipment, a refreshed free weights area, and the BOX12 Pod. Users can view the fitness timetable to enroll in Group Cycle classes.
Trading 212 is revolutionizing investing by making it accessible to everyone, regardless of financial background. With no commission fees, a user-friendly app, and the option to invest from just £1, it encourages users to start saving and watching their money grow. New users can also claim £100 in free shares.
Gerald Ward from Blantyre passed away on January 27th at Hairmyres Hospital. His family has announced funeral details, with the service scheduled at Daldowie West Chapel at 12.45. Following the service, all are invited to gather at the Parkville Hotel.
Fashion retailer Quiz has entered administration for the third time in six years, risking 109 jobs in Scotland. While 40 stores remain open for clearance sales, no refunds will be given, and the online store has shut down. Redundancies will affect the Glasgow head office and the Bellshill distribution center.
King Charles has approved an additional bank holiday for Scotland in 2026. A special bank holiday will take place on Monday 15th June 2026, for one day only to mark Scotland’s footballing return to the World Cup after 28 years. However, the bank holiday will be discretionary for employers and councils and schools will have […]
South Lanarkshire Council has allocated £40,000 to support seven local food banks across Clydesdale, East Kilbride, Hamilton, and Cambuslang and Rutherglen. This funding from the Community Grants budget aims to alleviate the financial pressures on families and combat child poverty, addressing the urgent need for food assistance.
At 12:40 a.m. on February 3, 2026, police responded to a report of an unsafe building on Quarry Street, Hamilton. Several properties were evacuated as a precaution, and the road has been closed. The public is advised to avoid the area.
As of February 3rd, drop-off fees at Aberdeen and Glasgow Airports have increased, with Glasgow’s fee rising to £7 and Aberdeen’s to £7 from £5.50. AGS Airports cites rising operational costs for the increases, impacting taxi drivers who may pass on expenses to customers, though free alternatives are available.