Politicians voice encouragement for Lanarkshire students who have progressed after college

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Local politicians have shown their support for students after new figures show a high percentage of young people moving on to positive destinations after their studies.South Lanarkshire has seen 1040 students go on to thriving futures which include further study at university or into employment.Across Scotland's 14,930 students, 90 per cent of them have achieved this outcome.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 It comes as new figures reveal how Lanarkshire learners succeed following their studies during their courses in the year 2020/21.Paying tribute to local students and their successes in leaving schools and colleges throughout the area, SNP representatives say it is really good news to see young people take positive first steps in their careers despite economic challenges.Commenting, Christina McKelvie MSP for Hamilton, Larkhall and Stonehouse, and SNP MSP for Clydesdale Máiri McAllan, told Lanarkshire Live: “It is extremely encouraging to see so many young people in South Lanarkshire making the most of their studies and going on to further education or gaining employment.“It is very good news to see that this trend has been repeated across Scotland, with 90 per cent of college leavers going on to positive destinations.“This demonstrates how Scotland’s colleges are equipping our young people