Next phase of Wishaw redevelopment is set to begin say North Lanarkshire Council

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The redevelopment of one area of Wishaw is continuing to gather momentum. Officials say the next phase of work to deliver new housing and amenities for the local community is set to begin in Gowkthrapple.The first phase of new housing is well underway and will deliver 97 new council homes as part of the planned 300 new homes proposed as part of the masterplan for the area.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 Pamela Humphries, NLC’s Chief Officer of Place, Enterprise and Communities said: “It is exciting to see Gowkthrapple being transformed with these new properties providing modern energy efficient homes for families and the wider community.“Local people have been heavily involved with the plans for this development with significant input being given through consultations and feedback sessions, and I’m sure they will be delighted to see real progress being made on the site.“This next stage of demolition work will remove most of the empty blocks and allow for the next phase of the building and environmental improvements to commence.“This ambitious masterplan will bring substantial benefits to local people and will potentially include new retail opportunities, additional open spaces, play facilities and improved transport infrastructure being developed alongside the new homes.“This major investment