Lanarkshire cycle track set to expand as planning permission granted

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A Lanarkshire cycle facility is on the right track after planning permission was granted to expand the site. The Clyde Cycle park in Cambuslang opened last year and provides a 250-metre track along with other facilities for local cyclists.

Now the expansion plans will see a cycle speedway track added along with paths, two modular buildings with welfare facilities, floodlighting and an expanded car park.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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The first stage of Phase 2 is to clear the ground along the line of the track and to provide fencing around the site, which will provide more security and prevent fly-tipping and litter."The money is coming from the Scottish Government's