With an overwhelming response of award applications from local businesses and the announcement of Albert Bartlett as the event’s principal sponsor, this year's awards are firmly back in business. 

Grants of up to £2,500 are available to support people in Lanarkshire to start their own business.

A small primary school and nursery near Shotts has been crowned the best in Britain by winning a UK-wide reading competition.

Pupils are pedalling their way to additional qualifications by developing their teaching and communication skills as they help pre-school children learn to cycle.

Could your garden be one of the best on show in North Lanarkshire? If so, then why not enter this year’s North Lanarkshire in Bloom Garden Awards.