Anniversary of Lanarkshire new town must create a 'lasting legacy' for the future

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Politicians in Lanarkshire have spoken of their pride in East Kilbride as it celebrates its 75th anniversary - and their ambitions for its future.

Beginning life as a small village, the official granting of new town status on May 6, 1947 saw it transform to a large hub, which now has an estimated population of more than 75,000 people.East Kilbride MP, Dr Lisa Cameron, has submitted an Early Day Motion to the Commons, to mark the town's birthday celebrations and celebrate its history, development and people.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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She told us: "East Kilbride is a great place to live, work and study and offers many leisure opportunities too.“The changing economy over the past couple of decades has affected us in East Kilbride – but there are many companies here and thriving, from local small