Logistics group behind controversial Ravenscraig plans make last minute plea to councillors

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A logistics group at the centre of a controversial planning proposal at Ravenscraig have made a last minute plea to councillors to back the plans.The Russell Group, one of the UK’s leading logistics companies, is seeking permission to build a railhead logistics hub at the former industrial site, which is now home to hundreds of new houses.The proposed development would serve as the company’s UK headquarters, with the facility set to include a training academy while also functioning as a test bed for innovation in the transport industry.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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At a time when there is so much economic uncertainty, we are proud to be investing in North Lanarkshire and committed to making it home to our planned headquarters and