Scotland’s fire service is asking the public for its opinion on the future of one of its stations in South Lanarkshire.A public consultation on the future of Leadhills Community Fire Station is currently underway and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is consulting on two options: either the reinstatement of operations or the closure of the station.The station has not been operational for over eight years due to incident data, building maintenance issues, recruitment challenges, and best value considerations.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 Nearby fire stations have been providing cover during this time, but the lease of the building has also ended and SFRS are now considering the best way forward.The public and stakeholders can take part and have their say until Friday, August 18.SFRS say any decision taken will be based on “robust data, delivering community safety, best value and feedback from the community”.Area Commander Jim Quinn, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service’s Local Senior Officer for Lanarkshire, said: “We have already had constructive dialogue with representatives from the local community and I would encourage people to take part and let us know their views.“Whatever the outcome, our decision will consider community safety as well as value for money.
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