It doesn't seem too long ago Lanarkshire was facing a very subdued festive season – however it looks as though the coming months will be much closer to normality.
Hamilton businesses have pulled together in recent months as the country eases out of Covid-19 restrictions, and a firm focus has been on shopping and spending local.
It's since brought a buzz back to the town centre with the very successful food and drink markets recently, which has now inspired big plans this Christmas.
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