Jobs boost as £3m units transform derelict site
New industrial units have been created on a former derelict land site in Motherwell.
A total of 14 new units at Spruce Court will be let to local firms.
They are funded thanks to a £3m regeneration project funded by North Lanarkshire Properties Ltd (NLP), North Lanarkshire Council and the Scottish Government’s Vacant and Derelict Land Fund and Regeneration Capital Grant Fund.
Located in the Orbiston Street Industrial Estate, the units range in size to suit different business needs, and have toilet facilities as well as access to electricity, gas, phone lines and Internet connection.
One of the units is to be provided free to New College Lanarkshire as part of an entrepreneurial start-up scheme.
The high quality industrial development includes parking with two electric vehicle charging points, CCTV and landscaped areas.
“We know from listening to the business community that there’s a demand for good quality, affordable rented accommodation for industrial companies,” Councillor Ian McNeil, chairman of NLP, said.
“By transforming a derelict site, we have been able to bring more employment and industry into Motherwell, and feedback from our tenants is very positive.
“The location is ideal for transport links and is close to the town centre to access local services and facilities.”
Councillor Allan Graham, convener of the enterprise and growth committee, said: “Spruce Court is example of the council’s commitment to supporting local business and the economy, as well as regenerating vacant sites in and around our town centres.
“T h e c o u n c i l ’s b u s i n e s s support team and Business Gateway Lanarkshire offer a range of services for businesses across North Lanarkshire, from start-ups to large operations, including webinars and training, access to expert advice on topics like finance, HR, marketing and recruitment, and funding.”