Communities across North Lanarkshire are continuing to benefit from a major regeneration programme designed to deliver modern, energy-efficient homes and create safer, more sustainable neighbourhoods for future generations.

North Lanarkshire Council is making significant progress through its ambitious tower regeneration strategy, part of the wider Transforming Places programme. The long-term initiative aims to replace all 48 high-rise tower blocks across the area over a 25-year period, helping reshape communities while improving housing standards for residents.

Major milestones have already been achieved during the first phase of the programme. More than 1,550 properties have now been vacated, allowing demolition and redevelopment works to move forward at several key locations. Progress continues at Dunbeth Court, while the former Coursington, Allen and Draffen tower sites in Motherwell are also advancing as part of the wider regeneration effort.

In Coatbridge, demolition of Jackson Court has now been completed, with foundation works nearing completion ahead of future redevelopment. Meanwhile, demolition works at Allershaw Tower are ongoing, with the site expected to be fully cleared later this year.

Alongside demolition activity, the council continues to invest heavily in improving safety within existing tower blocks. This includes sprinkler installations, enhanced fire safety measures and lift replacement programmes. To date, sprinkler systems have been retrofitted in 13 towers, with additional installations planned over the next five years.

Michael McPake, Convener of Housing, said the programme is about more than removing outdated buildings. He highlighted the wider goal of creating better neighbourhoods, supporting regeneration and ensuring homes across North Lanarkshire remain fit for the future.

The council continues to engage with local residents throughout the process, providing regular updates as projects progress across the region.