Clydesdale group submit an application to buy a former school
dailyrecord.co.ukA Biggar group has expressed its interest in purchasing an old school for community use.Biggar Men’s Shed has submitted a community asset transfer request to purchase the former Walston Primary School.
The organisation currently leases the building, but wishes to own it to bring it up to standard for locals.In a statement submitted to South Lanarkshire Council, the group has outlined the need for purchasing the school.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.
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We have established a large well-equipped machine shop, productive garden area, comfortable social area and space for hobby activities.‘However, progress is still slowed by the condition of the building.
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