Lanarkshire green group delighted at awards recognition

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Members of a green-fingered Lanarkshire group have spoken of their delight after being hailed as "outstanding" by an environmental charity.

Grow 73, based in Rutherglen, were given a level 5 grade by Keep Scotland Beautiful, meaning that they were rated as outstanding and awarded a certificate of distinction.

Lanarkshire Live previously told how 11 groups across the region were honoured at the It's Your Neighbourhood virtual ceremony in December.

The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Eugenie Aroutcheff of Grow 73 was pleased with the recognition, which came at the end of a busy year for the group, based at Overtoun Park.She said: "We are delighted with this score, as it was based on efforts to make our community look better but also highlights the work we do to care for our biodiversity and the partnership we have been building with other groups, organisations and schools. "What a way to finish the year off.None of this would be possible without the hard work and support all our volunteers have contributed to make our community more inclusive, more proud and more caring towards nature. "We hope 2023 brings on more challenges, more adventures and more fun."Eugenie added that new members are welcome to join up in 2023 and should contact the group through their social media for further information.Duri