17-05-2025
Details emerge of demolitions of North Lanarkshire tower blocks
The council's tower strategy aims to replace outdated high-rises with "modern, high-quality" homes across the area.
As part of phase one, more than 1,600 properties have been vacated, with several towers demolished and others repurposed to support the Ukraine Resettlement Programme.
Phase two is now underway, with decanting progressing across sites in Wishaw, Kilsyth, Airdrie, Coatbridge, and Motherwell.
CAD Towers (Image: North Lanarkshire Council)
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Key milestones include ongoing demolition works at Jackson Court in Coatbridge and Coursington, Allan, and Draffen Towers in Motherwell, where a controlled blowdown is planned to take place later in the year.
Preparations are also progressing for future demolitions at Dunbeth Court in Coatbridge and Allershaw Tower, Wishaw.
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(Image: North Lanarkshire Council)
Councillor Michael McPake, convener of housing, said: "We're making real progress in delivering safe, modern homes that meet the needs of our residents.
"This programme is not just about replacing buildings, it's about improving lives, enhancing communities, and ensuring our housing stock is fit for the future."
Alongside demolition projects, safety improvements such as sprinkler installations, fire safety upgrades, and lift replacements in five tower blocks are also being implemented.
