With children under five already entitled to free bus travel, children and young people aged 5-21 will need to apply for a new or replacement National Entitlement Card (NEC) or Young Scot National Entitlement Card (Young Scot NEC) to access free bus travel. The councils annual Grant Awards Programme is expected to have a budget for 2022/2023 of around 570,955, but 78 applications have been received from across North Lanarkshire requesting a total of over 2m. These events will take place on the consultation website on Thursday 17th March between 4pm and 8pm, and Saturday 19th March between 12pm and 4pm. Glasgows St Enoch Shopping centre has denied suggestions they have made an approach to secure the former St Enoch train station clock from Cumbernauld. Citizens Advice Scotland give the following guidance to those who receive a demand for payment of a Parking Charge Notice: If you get a ticket for parking on private land and you dont think you should have to pay, you can decide not to pay and not to reply to the parking operator. No services will stop at Rutherglen, Dalmarnock, Bridgeton, or Argyle Street, and there will be no direct service to any station beyond Glasgow Central. The plans include creation of a 44 acre studio campus, with 10 sound stages, 12 workshops, a media hub, and production offices, all set over almost 500,000 sq.ft. New releases and reissues Councillors heard that the government funding for current transport is far short of true cost, raising concerns about the cost of transport to a possible new local unit. The ownership status was confirmed to Adam Smith, Chair of Kildrum Community Council, through a Freedom of Information request appeal following North Lanarkshire Councils orginal claim they did not hold any information about the clock. Local residents have frequently expressed dismay that the clock is hidden away in a disused walkway of the Antonine Shopping Centre, and will undoubtedly be outraged at what is seen to be Cumbernaulds clock no longer being in public ownership. At stage 3 there will be a public and stakeholder consultation of the detailed flight path options. The detailed consultation is expected to commence in early 2023. The new hospital is currently planned to open in 2028, following completion of the new East Airdrie Link Road, promising faster journey times from Cumbernauld. Lanternhouse will also launch the new and long-awaited cinema in Cumbernauld this April, offering the latest releases along with some special events. Local civic-minded people and hardworking community organisations will continue to work on improving the area and supporting those in need, particularly through the impacts of the continuing pandemic which will continue into 2022 but with hope for better times in the year ahead. Asda Cumbernauld's Cammy Sherlock, 26, leapt into action by calling 999 after noticing that the woman, who lives in Airdrie, was unwell and needed immediate medical help. Cumbernauld homes set for broadband boost. At a recent meeting of Cumbernauld Community Board, North Lanarkshire Council provided an update on their plans for the redevelopment of Cumbernauld Town Centre. For emergency registrations there is an out-of-hours service available on 07985 330371. As previously reported, Spar operator CJ Lang & Son confirmed in June they planned to close 31 Post Office counters located in Spar stores in Scotland. While the building represented the future in the 1960s, it is clear that it does not fit with residents vision of what they need from a modern town centre. Cumbernauld Community News has been informed former Cumbernauld Councillor Neil McCallum has sadly passed away. The new Costa Coffee is located at St Mungos Road, on the site of the former Esso petrol station. Cumbernauld 07:50, 28 APR 2023. Cumbernaulds Wardpark Studios sold to global studio chain. The LDP projects identified will include areas of Abronhill, Carbrain, Eastfield, Greenfaulds, Kildrum, Palacerigg, Seafar, and Westfield, totaling 287,000. The planned upgrades will result in provision of ultrafast, ultra-reliable, full fibre broadband, and the Cumbernauld exchange will be included in the next round of investment announced this week. Austin Wiliamson-Gardner was reported missing on Thursday. Greenfaulds' Fort Marmion Play Park Now Open Work has now completed on the fantastic new Fort Marmion play area in Greenfaulds. Construction concludes on new nursery facility. The full Cumbernauld Community Board meeting is available to view online at www.youtube.com/watch?v=YmTJO2fndnc with the Cumbernauld Town Centre update starting at 26:30. Cumbernauld Community News December 2021 Local News Update. Cumbernauld News & Kilsyth Chronicle - Home - Facebook Despicable man who indecently assaulted teenage girl in Lanarkshire caught after victim spotted him weeks later outside supermarket. A number of local organisations and businesses have been collecting donations of essential supplies, including Barrhead Travel in the Antonine Shopping Centre (as pictured). The Cumbernauld Cottage Trust organisation is working with North Lanarkshire Council and other stakeholders to investigate the feasibility of a Community Asset Transfer. Following the construction of the Antonine Shopping Centre, the clock was installed in a similar area from where it was previously located, having been a focal point and meeting place for the town for many years. Abronhill residents will be expected to use Post Office facilities in Cumbernauld Town Centre from Friday onwards. This means that we will see a one-off grass cut take place of those areas of land which North Lanarkshire Council states they do not own. The development consists of 131 affordable two-bedroom homes as well as a proposed new location for the Sanctuary Scotland office. The purpose-built cinema will show movies on their 6m x 3m screen with 7.1 surround sound, and screenings will also be shown in the main auditorium on a larger 10m x 5m screen. German Doner Kebab confirms intention to open in Cumbernauld in 2022. Cumbernauld Community News has also received confirmation that the clock pendulum and movement are safely being stored in the Antonine Shopping Centre, despite local rumours in recent years that this had been disposed of. This deal will allow the council to proceed with the redevelopment of Cumbernauld Town Centre, as previously reported. A spokesperson for CJ Lang & Son said Since CJ Lang announced its decision to close 31 counters, we have been working hard to mitigate the impact to those communities affected. As previously reported by Cumbernauld Community News, North Lanarkshire Council plan to create an Abronhill Community Hub, principally on the ground and pitch of the former Abronhill High School. Private parking operators could take you to court, but they may choose not to do this, as the amount of money being demanded is usually quite small. Asda supermarket worker receives award after coming to the aid of unwell customer. The programme will also show some scenes from the Cumbernauld, Town for Tomorrow promotional film from 1970.Mark Bonnar said Thanks to my dad, art particularly town art has been in my life since I was a wee boy. North Lanarkshire Councils plans include a replacement for the Tryst, Health Centre, Cumbernauld Library, and offices in and around Cumbernauld Town Centre, along with new replacement retail space and potential new school facilities. If you are interested in the development and have an existing CHR application, you are welcome to contact us to update your area preferences to include Kildrum. The new pharmacy will offer a Pharmacy First service for minor illnesses, along with a travel clinic and vaccinations, with opening hours from 9am until 6pm Monday to Friday and from 9am until 5pm on Saturday. The clock has been at the centre of controversy in recent years with interest from Network Rail for the St Enoch Clock to be relocated to the redeveloped Queen Street Station, and a rumour last year that the St Enoch Shopping Centre were also interested in acquiring the clock. The centre will be closed on Christmas Day but will reopen on Boxing Day from 11am until 5pm. Further details on each of these projects is expected to emerge in 2022, with additional local consultation. Donna Fleming, Head of Cumbernauld Village Family Centre, said: Its incredible to think that we only opened our doors around Christmas time to see just how much has been achieved. Costa Coffee will be joined on the former Esso petrol station site in the coming months by the neighbouring Tony Macaroni bar and restaurant. The club has tonight instigated an investigation into this matter., Planning application submitted for new Glencryan Road gym. While some people have felt threatened into paying these Parking Charge Notices, the issuing of charges for parking on private land is not a criminal matter but a civil one, and you can choose not to pay. Cumbernauld Community Page - Facebook Cumbernauld Community News has identified the local organisations, and those operating across North Lanarkshire, identified for funding or where their application for support has been refused and have attached the list to this post. Lidls requirements for new store locations include: Christian Hrtnagel, Lidl GB CEO, commented Our new store target today marks a significant investment for the business. The latest figures have laid bare the devastating impact that rising bills are having on households in the area, with 5431 enquiries made in the past year alone. The fantastic input of stakeholders has been crucial to the project so far and we look forward to engaging with the community on the plans for the ultra-modern new hospital as we progress through the planning process.. Local GPs prioritise urgent care as health service under sustained pressure. This included the Post Office counter within the Spar store in Abronhill. A budget gap of 19.584m was identified but with 16.484 of cuts already agreed in previous years, reducing the gap for 2022/2023 to 3.1m. Cumbernauld Community News has been given an exclusive preview of Cumbernauld's new Costa Coffee restaurant and drive-thru, opening tomorrow, Saturday 27th November. The area has been a cause of concern for some time and Police Scotland has logged 408 incidents in Millcroft Road within the last year, 95 of which were recorded as crimes, and with 38 fire incidents noted by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service since April 2018. With some of the main news stories and happenings in and around Cumbernauld recently, make sure you keep up-to-date with Cumbernauld Community News. The capital budget is used for one-off construction and improvement projects, such as the Community and Town Hub programme, and the proposed redevelopment of Cumbernauld Town Centre. Mark also visited the Carbrain Totem, now a protected listed building, and discussed the importance of public art to Cumbernauld in conversation with Neville Rae, inspired to become an artist by Brian Miller. Now open at the north bus stop in the town centre selling lots of your Boolers cafe favourites . At an upcoming meeting of North Lanarkshire Councils Community Empowerment Committee on Monday 31st January, Councillors will consider grant award funding to local organisations. Design works will take place in January for a possible solution to the ongoing lane restrictions at Low Wood, with local commuters hoping for an end to the long running roadworks in this location. About - Cumbernauld Community News Terry AHearn, SEPA Chief Executive, said This incident is the most serious breach of the Waste Shipment Regulations, in terms of the quality and quantity of the waste, that SEPA officers have witnessed. A 95m Scotland-wide investment will see a broadband upgrade for customers in Cumbernauld by Openreach, part of the BT Group. Special uplift requests, and the uplift of real Christmas trees, can be booked by calling 0345 1430015. With the Omicron variant causing significant concern at present, anyone who is eligible for the vaccine but not yet fully vaccinated is being asked to book an appointment as soon as possible. This follows Ministry of Defence approval to extend the support from its planned conclusion on 10th November. One train per hour between Glasgow and Falkirk Grahamston until early evening and one train per hour all day between Glasgow and Cumbernauld. There is no requirement for applicants to have any formal qualifications however they should be normally resident in Scotland, eligible to work in the UK, over 18 years old, have a basic understanding of the film and TV industry, preferably have at least one credit from a professional TV or Film production, have no more than 12 months paid experience within that department, and preferably have a full clean driving licence. And by working together with a range of partners including the Scottish Government, Scottish Cycling, the National Lottery, and the National Lottery players we are able to support communities across Scotland in their ambition to deliver projects like this. The Openreach network provides copper wire and fibre cable connections to over 655 communication providers, including BT, Sky, and Vodafone, and the company will soon be upgrading the broadband service of over 272,000 home and business customers in Scotland. Canavan Travel have a number - Cumbernauld Community News - Facebook Network Rails Project Manager, Michael McArthur, said: The bridge being built at the station delivers modern standards of access for those travelling to or from Croy on a day-to-day basis and will improve the travelling experience for passengers. Council Advances Abronhill Community Hub Plans. The company supplies textile products to the military, aviation, transport, construction, and defence sectors and have taken over the former OKI premises at Drum Mains. We know how much local communities and businesses rely on our branches. Direct Collection Bailiffs Ltd (DBCL), based in Cheshire, have yet again been pursuing payment for Parking Charge Notices issued in Cumbernauld, with reports of someone from Nottingham having received demand for payment of 510 for three visits to the Antonine Shopping Centre car park in 2016. We hope the child is able to make a full recovery. North Lanarkshire Councils aims for Cumbernauld Town Centre are to: * Restructure the core of the town centre; * Improve access and connections to public transport and active travel; * Improve quality of life, health and well being and urban liveability; * Deliver new affordable homes within and close to the town centre; * Strengthen Green Links and town greening through improved public realm and civic space; and. Cumbernauld's most popular news resource, sharing information, activities, and events of interest to the people of Cumbernauld and the surrounding are . Investcorp, a Bahrain-based global investment company, has added industrial property in Cumbernauld to their growing portfolio. Croy station meanwhile will see a reduction in weekly operating hours of their ticket office from 91 hours to under 82 hours. Club 365 will be available from Saturday 12th until Tuesday 15th February between 11:30am and 1:30pm. With the COVID-19 pandemic not yet entirely over, although restrictions are easing, we continue to share the below routes for support for those who may need additional help and assitance: NHS Lanarkshire COVID-19 Information Hub:www.nhslanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk/novel-corona-virus-covid-19, Cumbernauld Community News Coronavirus Updates:www.facebook.com/CCNCoronavirus, Cumbernauld COVID-19 Support Group:www.facebook.com/groups/2657498411138732, Cumbernauld Resilience:www.facebook.com/groups/846589525857992, Bethlehem House of Bread Food Bank:www.facebook.com/Cumbernauldfoodbank, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth Baby Bank:www.facebook.com/CumbernauldKilsythBabyBank, CACE:www.facebook.com/CACE-158378691265780, Cumbernauld and Kilsyth Citizens Advice Bureau:www.facebook.com/CumbernauldCAB, Cumbernauld Poverty Action:www.facebook.com/Cumbernauldpovertyaction, Service Updates and Coronavirus Hub:www.northlanarkshire.gov.uk/coronavirus, Carbrain and Hillcrest Community Councilwww.facebook.com/CarbrainHillcrestCommunityCouncil, Condorrat Community Councilwww.facebook.com/Condorrat, Craigmarloch Community Councilwww.facebook.com/Craigmarloch-Community-Council-1585352641725932, Dullatur Community Councilwww.facebook.com/Dullatur-Community-Council-2024237447692213, Kildrum Community Councilwww.facebook.com/KildrumCC, Seafar and Ravenswood Community Councilwww.facebook.com/Seafar-Ravenswood-Community-732057653820205, Westerwood Community Councilwww.facebook.com/WesterwoodCommunityCouncil, Village Community Councilwww.facebook.com/Cumbernauld-Village-152917824860320. Cumbernauld | GlasgowWorld Neil had been the North Lanarkshire SNP Councillor for the former Seafar and the Village Council ward from 2003 to 2007. Kildrum blackout following substation fire. The page had previously been used to publicise Cumbernauld House Trust and then Cumbernauld Community Development Trust, two organisations which had been working to secure Cumbernaulds newest Family Learning Centre is located at the former Cumbernauld Primary School site on Glasgow Road. We expect the first new homes at Burns Road to be available from around spring/summer next year.. These actions also risk undermining Scotlands efforts to recycle, as stories like this create doubt in the publics mind that the recycling they put out for collection will be appropriately managed. The attached map shows the gritting and clearance routes within the Cumbernauld area, with priority routes shown in red and the secondary routes in blue. Services from Cumbernauld and Greenfaulds stations will be impacted along the route to Glasgow Central, and onwards to Dalmuir and stations in between. NHS Lanarkshire secures miltary assistance extension. North Lanarkshire Councils Finance and Resource Committee will next week decide on the proposed community lease of large areas of Palacerigg Country Park. Many areas had additional amenities including churches, health centres and surgeries, and public art, spearheaded by Brian Miller, Town Artist. During this time, the line will be closed and no services running between these stations. A second online consultation event will take place from 1st April to 8th April and a Planning Permission in Principle application is expected to be submitted to North Lanarkshire Council later in 2022. The remaining section of the former Cumbernauld Primary School is set to be demolished later in 2022 to make way for the construction of eight new cottage flats for North Lanarkshire Council. See all. North Lanarkshire Council will meet on Thursday 17th February to set their revenue budget for 2022/2023 to 2024/2025, and to agree Council Tax rates for 2022/2023. The planners took broad inspiration from Italian hillside towns and the topography of the area clearly influenced early planning decisions, with the hilltop Cumbernauld Town Centre officially opened by Princess Margaret in 1967 as the worlds first multi-level covered town centre.

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