North Lanarkshire's Provost welcomes new schools commitment in council budget

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North Lanarkshire's Provost has welcomed the commitment to new schools in the council’s latest budget.The local authority's approved budget includes funding the construction of "much-needed" new schools.These will be featured within new hubs which will be built in Glenboig, Ravenscraig and Cumbernauld’s Abronhill.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 Provost Kenneth Duffy, who is also a councillor for Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig, is delighted with the move - and that an area of he represents will benefit.Provost Duffy told Lanarkshire Live: "I am delighted the Labour group's budget has been approved, securing the future of education for families in Ravenscraig."This commitment reflects the sustained efforts of the many residents and groups who have raised this issue repeatedly."The new schools will be integral to the development of a thriving community at Ravenscraig."The Ravenscraig area has seen significant growth, and with that growth comes an increasing need for schools."The new schools will not only serve current residents but will also be instrumental in attracting new families to the area".The details of the school projects will come before councillors at the policy and strategy committee next month. *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire.

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