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Help shape the future of Hamilton town centre

Help shape the future of Hamilton town centre

Published: Friday, 17 July 2026

The first meeting of the Hamilton Town Centre Board, tasked with delivering a £20million Pride in Place investment from the UK Government, has taken place.

Planning news

Douglas Valley tourism plan is on track

The first phase of an ambitious £14.5m project to establish the Douglas Valley as a national outdoor recreation and adventure tourism destination is starting to take shape.

Environment news

Don’t be idle – help keep our air clean

As part of National Clean Air Day, the council is focusing again on engine idling, particularly at school drop off and pick up times. 

Housing news

New local letting initiative launched

Are you thinking about moving to a smaller home?

Education news

Inspection praise for St Patrick’s

A primary school in Strathaven has been praised for its warm, welcoming and nurturing culture following an inspection by HMIE Scotland.

Roads news

Carluke road to close for four days for improvements

Essential roadworks to improve the surface of the A721 Carnwath Road, Carluke, will see a section of the road closed for up to four days this month.

Cambuslang/Rutherglen news

Checking licensed premises don't come up short on drinks measures

Trading Standards Officers are currently visiting licensed premises across South Lanarkshire to ensure they are complying with weights and measures laws.

East Kilbride news

Stag and a hen nights come together – what could possibly go wrong

A packed programme of comedy, drama and live music is set to entertain audiences at East Kilbride Arts Centre this autumn.

Clydesdale news

New councillor elected

Larkhall has a new councillor after a by-election was held yesterday.

Hamilton news

Business Case submitted for new leisure centre

A new leisure centre for Larkhall has taken another crucial step forward.