Positive action to tackle poverty across North Lanarkshire is continuing with community well-being, economic inclusion, and support for children and families facing financial hardship all being prioritised.

A primary school in Motherwell is celebrating after achieving the prestigious Gold Rights Respecting School Award and the Gold sportscotland School Sport Award.

Provost Kenneth Duffy helped officially open Motherwell FC and The Well Society's Memorial Garden on Wednesday 6 November, after months of hard work by volunteers and the assistance of local businesses.

Residents in Abronhill are being asked for their views on the current active travel connections to Palacerigg Country Park.

Kilsyth Primary School has been awarded the prestigious Sportscotland Gold Status, a recognition of the school’s exceptional commitment to sports, health and wellbeing.