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Glasgow Times
18 hours ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
New nursery could be built on vacant land in Cambuslang
A planning application to construct a child daycare facility and associated parking on land near St Cadoc's Church has been submitted to South Lanarkshire Council (SLC). According to documents, applicant Hollytree Nursery states that this development would allow it to expand its services and 'address the increasing demand for childcare provision in the area'. If given the green light, the new nursery at Langcroft Drive would provide an additional 67 childcare places for children aged zero to five years. READ NEXT: Major supermarket to open new store creating 30 jobs Thirty-two of the places will be SLC-funded and would operate on a different drop-off and pick-up time from the under-threes in the nursery. The design statement notes that the facility would be set across a single storey and would be of a modern design. The development would also feature seven dedicated staff parking spaces as well as four drop-off car parking spaces for parents. Hollytree Nursery further comments that if planning permission is granted, the nursery will create around 15 new jobs for childcare professionals and support staff. A date has not yet been set for a decision to be made. For further information, visit SLC's planning portal HERE.
Daily Record
15-07-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Former Scots Rolls Royce factory site becomes dump amid relentless fly-tipping
"I'm not expecting beautiful scenery in a city - but instead I'm looking out at old tyres and piles of rubbish. It's really having a very negative effect." Outraged locals in a Scots town have shared their frustration at a former Rolls Royce factory site, which has become a major fly-tipping dump - with some blatant culprits even caught on video. The iconic firm moved its operations from East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire, to Inchinnan, Renfrewshire, near Glasgow Airport, in 2015. While part of the site has been redeveloped for housing, a section at Law Place has been left abandoned. Neighbours have said it has become an eyesore - with mountains of fly-tipped tyres and other rubbish left strewn across it - and called for action. "It's been more so in the past year and a half that it's gotten worse. Looking at it now, there's rubbish all over the land. "I'm not expecting beautiful scenery in a city - but instead I'm looking out at old tyres and piles of rubbish. It's really having a very negative effect. "We look out at it all the time - that's all we can see. It's not nice to be looking out on. I'm not trying to sell my house - but this would definitely have an impact on selling prospects. It looks awful." Michael said there had been talks of turning the site into a new housing development - which he says he strongly encourages - but says nothing has materialised. He added: "People have contacted the council previously - I was in contact with a councillor in 2022 to talk about what's happening with the land. Nothing was ever put in place. "Last year, we were told that an application had been put in to develop the land into a new-build development, but we've not heard anything since then. "I would like to see the land cleared of rubbish - that's the priority. I would like to see new houses there, to bring more people into the area and make it a bit nicer to look out. "I really hope the council have a look at doing something about it." The site was once a major aero-engine repair and maintenance plant until it closed a decade ago. South Lanarkshire Council have stated the land is privately owned. Another resident, who asked to remain anonymous, was able to record footage of a white pickup truck dropping off rubbish at the site. They said: "It's an eyesore mostly, however I wouldn't be surprised if it has added to the number of pests and flies that make their way in to our garden. "In addition, there are fires that have been happening within the waste, likely releasing chemicals into the atmosphere. "There is a tall pile of tyres - if this was the next thing to catch fire this would cause major issues and is only meters away from our boundary fence. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. "The fire brigade have also had to attend the scene several times. We have contacted the council, who stated it was private land so they couldn't help. "We then contacted our local MP who was more responsive in helping but so far haven't achieved much. They are currently investigating who owns the land. "I understand that several other residents of the estate have done the same thing." Kevin Carr, Head of Facilities, Waste and Grounds Services at South Lanarkshire Council, said: "Fly tipping is the result of unacceptable behaviour and illegal action by a small number of people who do not dispose of their waste in a fit and proper manner. "It is a blight on our communities, and the council takes this criminal activity very seriously. "Although the council is not responsible for fly-tipping on private land, our Environmental Crime team will still investigate any reports made to us and, where possible, inform the landowner. However, local authorities don't have statutory powers to require the waste is removed."
Glasgow Times
09-07-2025
- Glasgow Times
Glasgow Road to close in East Kilbride for over two weeks
South Lanarkshire Council has announced that Glasgow Road in Nerston Village will be shut between Crookedshields Road and East Nerston Grove. To view the full public notice, go to The closure is due to come into effect on September 29 under a Temporary Road Closure Order 2025 and will remain until October 17. The order, made under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, prohibits any vehicles from using this stretch of road.
Daily Record
08-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Work begins on £155m South Lanarkshire wind farm set to power 45,000 homes
The 33.4 MW onshore wind project will feature some of the UK's most advanced turbines, harnessing cutting-edge technology to maximise energy generation and efficiency. Work has officially begun on a multi-million pound wind farm in South Lanarkshire, marking a key milestone in Scotland's renewable energy ambitions. The £155 million Mill Rig Wind Farm, brought forward by leading UK renewables developer OnPath Energy, will generate enough renewable energy to power approximately 45,000 homes annually once fully operational in 2026. Construction activity on site, near Darvel, is now well underway, with essential infrastructure work – including access roads, substation foundations, and site preparation – progressing at pace. The 33.4 MW onshore wind project will feature some of the UK's most advanced turbines, harnessing cutting-edge technology to maximise energy generation and efficiency. Over the coming months, teams will prepare crane pads and lay the turbine foundations. The first turbine components are expected to arrive on-site in the Autumn 2025, with installation and commissioning scheduled for early 2026. Alan Wells, project manager at OnPath Energy, said: 'Breaking ground on Mill Rig is a huge milestone for OnPath Energy and a major step forward in delivering this strategically important renewable energy project. 'The start of construction marks the culmination of extensive planning, environmental assessments, and collaboration with local stakeholders to ensure the project is developed responsibly and builds community value for local people and businesses to support a just transition to net zero that is fair and inclusive for everyone. 'Our team is now focused on progressing construction efficiently, with strict adherence to best environmental practices and health and safety standards.' Mill Rig is set to provide long-term economic benefits to the local community and Scotland's renewable energy sector. As part of the Hamilton-based firm's OnPath Together development approach throughout construction, the project is expected to directly support around 300 jobs, with many more generated indirectly through the wider supply chain. OnPath Energy has committed to prioritising local contractors and businesses, with £91 million invested within 60km of the site. Alan added: 'Beyond delivering clean, green electricity, Mill Rig Wind Farm represents a major opportunity to invest in local talent, create jobs, and provide long-term economic value. 'We are committed to maximising the benefits of our projects, from supporting local businesses during construction to reinvesting in communities through our OnPath Together approach to development.' Over its lifetime Mill Rig Wind Farm will deliver a £5 million community fund supporting local groups, and environmental projects within a 10km radius of the site plus, South Lanarkshire Council is set to receive approximately £18 million in business rates. Mill Rig Wind Farm is the latest in a series of landmark renewable energy projects delivered by OnPath Energy. Locran Hayes, contracts manager at RJ McLeod said: 'We're very pleased to be awarded the contract to construct Mill Rig Wind Farm. 'This is our fourth project with the OnPath team who recognise the skills and experience of our staff and operatives, as well as our track record of using local resources and services. We look forward to jointly delivering this important energy asset.' OnPath Energy recently completed the Kype Muir Extension Wind Farm (now owned by funds managed by Schroders Greencoat LLP), which became the first in the UK to feature turbines with 200-metre tip heights – a breakthrough in onshore wind technology. With a growing portfolio, OnPath Energy has secured planning permission for 14 wind farms and currently operates 12 onshore wind farms across the UK, with a combined generation capacity of around 252 MW.
Daily Record
08-07-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
'Vibrant hub' vision for Hamilton town centre with lease of 50 retail units
The six-acre gateway site has been identified as key to South Lanarkshire Council's masterplan vision for the regeneration of Hamilton town centre to create a vibrant, accessible, and resilient town centre. The new owner of Hamilton's Regent Shopping Centre is to lease out 50 retail units with the aim of creating a "vibrant hub" for the region. Property development and asset management group Evergold has instructed Shepherd Chartered Surveyors to bring the units to market after acquiring the centre for an undisclosed sum last month. Occupying a dominant position in Hamilton town centre, the Regent's positioning and scale means that it makes up a significant proportion of the town centre core. Download the Lanarkshire Live app today The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire's recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7. The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you. Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The six-acre gateway site has been identified as key to South Lanarkshire Council's masterplan vision for the regeneration of Hamilton town centre to create a vibrant, accessible, and resilient town centre with a focus on living, leisure, healthcare and workspace as well as incorporating a significantly reduced retail element. Radical plans include reducing the town centre's vacant retail spaces by more than two-thirds, building houses and creating new leisure uses including an urban park. The sweeping changes would include knocking down both the Regent and New Cross shopping centres, repurposing or demolishing Bairds and the former Marks & Spencer, and creating a hotel or student accommodation on the site of Duke Street car park. As reported by Lanarkshire Live, Evergold has had a series of "detailed discussions" with South Lanarkshire Council on the future of the town centre site which is part of a local authority masterplan to construct 450 new homes. Tahir Ali, of Evergold, said: 'Our plans for the Centre are aligned closely with the Council's aim to have a diverse and sustainable mixed use town centre that not only serves its immediate catchment but also becomes a vibrant hub for the wider region.' In addition to acting as sole letting agent, Shepherd Chartered Surveyors will assume an asset management role together with a property management role. Calvin Molinari at Shepherd Chartered Surveyors said: 'This instruction follows our recent merger with Whyte & Barrie Chartered Surveyors to form a practice unrivalled in its delivery network of surveying services throughout Lanarkshire. 'Our extensive expertise and experience within the Lanarkshire market make us best placed to deliver effective asset management and property management roles alongside actively marketing the available retail units at this gateway site to a range of prospective tenants.' The 50 retail units, varying in size from 300 sq ft – 50,000 sq ft, are available on flexible lease terms. Interested parties should contact the sole letting agent on tel 0141 331 2807.
