Last man standing at Scots flats vows to stay put as legal action against him begins

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The last man standing in a block of flats due to be demolished is vowing to stay put despite councillors starting legal action against him.Retired bank worker Nick Wisniewski has been living on his own in a derelict four-storey building for the last three years.

The local authority wants to demolish the property and surrounding blocks as part of a major regeneration project in Wishaw, Lanarkshire.But Nick, 68, is unhappy with the compensation he’s been offered.

North Lanarkshire Council’s planning committee yesterday agreed to promote a compulsory purchase order so that the Gowkthrapple estate redevelopment can go ahead.Speaking at his ground floor flat, Nick said: “I’m sticking it out until I hear from the council.” He has lived there for 22 years and bought his flat from the council in 2017 so he wouldn’t have to worry about paying rent during his retirement.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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