I firmly believe we must protect the greenbelt.
Developers have submitted plans to build up to 2,600 homes on greenbelt land near Calderbank. The planning application has now been closed for objections and comments. Due to the size of the development a decision on
NHS Lanarkshire has been given the go-ahead to develop an outline business case (OBC) to rebuild or refurbish Monklands Hospital.
The Health Board can move on to the next phase of planning following Scottish Government approval of the Initial Agreement to seek a capital allocation for the project.
Scottish Conservative MSP Graham Simpson condemned the lack of subject choice for pupils in South Lanarkshire schools during a Scottish Parliament Education debate.
In South Lanarkshire only 4 schools are offering 8 subjects at S4.
Graham Simpson MSP visited a local sports club after it was awarded money to upgrade its facilities and was left bowled over.
Wishaw Bowling Club was awarded a £12,000 grant by Viridor which has been used to purchase a new lawn mower and fit new flooring in the club house. &nbs