South Lanarkshire Council is seeking feedback on a bike share scheme

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South Lanarkshire Council is looking for residents’ views on bike sharing facilities in Cambuslang and Rutherglen.The council is carrying out a feasibility study to examine the development of bike-share facilities in the area, and wants to know local thoughts on plans.Plans include installing a cycle hire scheme for people to hire bikes from locations around the area, similar to schemes in Glasgow City.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

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These bikes would allow people to cycle further and climb hills easier.The feasibility study has been launched by the council to examine the development of possible bike share facilities.Information from the study will help the council understand the benefits of establishing such a scheme and the potential benefits it may bring to the council, other workplaces and the residents of Cambuslang and Rutherglen.From local comments, the council can get information on what type of facilities would meet the needs of the community.

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