Members are needed for a Clydesdale community group

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A Clydesdale community group is looking for new members as it prepares to launch large-scale projects.Douglas Valley Advisory Group is looking for people to join its strategic investment panel.

The group represents Coalburn, Douglas, Glespin, Lesmahagow and Rigside.There are currently representatives from each of the community councils and tenants and residents’ associations, but the group is seeking extra representation from each of the five communities.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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