MSP calls for 'bold and ambitious' plans to celebrate EK's 75th birthday

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East Kilbride MSP Collette Stevenson has called on South Lanarkshire Council to make the town's 75th anniversary one to remember.

The town will reach the milestone on May 6 and the council is preparing to mark the anniversary of the "new town" by consulting locals on how it should be marked.And now Ms Stevenson has called for bold and ambitious plans to celebrate the special day.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 She told Lanarkshire Live: “I wrote to the chief executive of South Lanarkshire Council asking what plans they have to mark this special occasion."I’m glad there are plans to organise a programme of events to recognise this historic birthday and I look forward to further details on this. "I have stayed in East Kilbride all my life and it really is a great place to live. "This occasion gives us all an opportunity to reflect on where we are and what our vision is for the future - there is in my opinion a real opportunity to build a smart, sustainable East Kilbride fit for future. “East Kilbride was the first designated new town in Scotland and in May we will be celebrating its 75 th birthday. "I’m keen to hear from residents and I would encourage everyone to get in touch with me regarding how they want this occasion celebrated.